Embrace

I haven't blogged for a moment because I was traveling, filming a movie and doing a million and one things that we human beings tend to do. When do we ever sit down and relax and literally smell the roses?

Just recently a dear friend asked me to join her in a yoga class at a school called The Golden Bridge. They have a school in California and one in New York. It just so happens that I have a friend that works at this school here in California and I was due for a visit with him. My girlfriend was the push I needed to finally smell the roses and come out of my internal shell.

All my life,fitness, diet and health of mind was always vital to me. Aside from being an actress and knowing that I had to always be in the best shape I could be I came to the conclusion that health in general was the most vital no matter what career path one takes. As get older my yearn for longevity grew stronger. Thinking about having children and a family made me want to not only live longer but made me realize what I had to do in order to have that path I hope for.
My mother God rest her soul always instilled in me exercise and healthy eating.

We all have moments where we want to diet and workout but we always find excuses not to actually follow our goals. When I say diet I dont mean starving yourself or doing whats called a yo yo diet and not actually sticking to it. Diet means to me a way of eating and a way of life.
i dont believe in depriving ones self from anything thats good in life. I eat pizza I eat fries I eat chocolate. I just dont eat all of those yummy foods all the time. I make it like those foods are a treat for me so that when I eat them I enjoy them even more.

This year my new years resolution is to treat myself the way I want to be treated. Which is the Golden Rule but with a twist. You cant love if you dont love yourself. Loving yourself means eating right and doing what you can to have a long healthy life.

My way of working out is always trying something new and always switching up my way of working out. I hike, I climb rocks, I do yoga and I love Kickbox cardio. I also love to dance. Lastly I bowl....

My advice to people that ask me Alisa how do you stay in shape? I tell them I try and stay as active as I can without getting bored. At the bottom of this blog I will have enclosed some sites that I swear by that I use for keeping track of my way of life.

Food can be enjoyed as long as you stay on top of what you eat how you eat how do you feel after you eat it and most of all portion control.

The Golden Bridge is one of the most amazing yoga schools I have ever been to. Its a form of yoga that does a lot of meditation. A lot of self healing and a lot of embracing ones energy and connecting it with your own soul. Having a healthy mental state is what will push you to continue to have a healthy physical state. Work out buddies come a dime a dozen. At the end of the day its up to YOU to push yourself. Self motivation is the hardest to find but if you want it bad enough you will be willing to do whatever it takes to get there right?

Life should be about happiness and being in the moment. My mother use to say there was always enough hours in the day to do everything. All it takes is one change one vibration to make things all fall into place. Then everything else will fall into place with ease.

Stress is a big factor when it comes to health. If you worry a lot then it can effect your digestive system. It can make you have depression that’s why state of mind is so vital. Aside from yoga I also am highly involved in my local church. What ever way you need to get your mind clear finding your own spiritual path will set you free.

I feel very centered and one with myself at this current moment of my life and I want all of you to feel the same. Love yourself love your body accept yourself.

God Bless and Yours Truly

Alisa

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Hot Grammy Must Haves

I just recently attended a gifting suite for the Grammys at The London Hotel. I wanted to share like I always do some must have items that I currently was given and that I had to share with you.

Beauty up keep is a must whether you are a man or woman. Taking care of yourself is vital. Using the proper skin care is a must my favorite skin care line that I am currently using is Dr.Gram. There are many skin care lines out there but Dr.Gram is a must have. Another one I wanted to share with you is a company called CAILYN. They have great skin mask and great body scrubs. Its so vital not only to take care of your face but of your whole body as well.
Check out www.cailyncosmetics.com
This company has alot of great spa like products but the kick of it is that you can do it at home alone and chill out!!! Like I did today. Its always a must to treat your self to a day of pampering. Right ladies?

Physical and mental enery is what keeps our mojo flowing. Everyone I am sure at one time or the other has heard of the Power Balence but have you heard of the FusionExcel? Check out www.fusionexcel.ca
This great piece of work comes in all styles braclets, necklaces etc.... It works off of solar energy. This is a hot must have item for 2011 with out a doubt.

Makeup Time:

You have to check out www.michaelmarcus.com
His makeup is all ecco friendly and so light. His line is used on the show Jersylicious and I got a chance to meet him one on one and all I have to say is he is a sweet heart. His collection goes on for days he has it all. Please check him out if you are looking for a new hot makeup line that wont hurt your skin but rather make your natural beauty shine through.

Eyeslashes Anyone?
We all know eyelashes are so hard to put on but not Smiink.
Check out www.smiink.com.au
They have all kinds of lashes which include the eyeliner and eyebrow liner that will never come off.

Hair Baby:
Check out number4hair.com
this is a high performance hair care line that has it all.... I am trying their products as we speak and so far so fab! I had to let you all know my beauty tips.

Thirsty? Check out my new fav soda called Waialua Soda. It comes in all different flavors and its low in calories. Peep them out at www.waialuasodaworks.com


Style Zone: You guys gotta check out www.PeterWco.com
This company has the cutest t-shirts that come in a box. The quality is to die for. Its called Peter W a Simple Tee. They come in all styles and colors.


Thank you to all of these companies that were at the gifting suite. I love their products and hopefully you will too!!!!

Yours Truly

Alisa

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving is a time of laughter, tradition, family and friends and most of all the giving of love to those around you. I am on my third Thanksgiving since my mother Brenda Rose Reyes passed away. Its been a journey of rebirth, liberation and inner strength and alot of soul searching. What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving? I am thankful for all of you guys out there. All of you that email me that twitter me that facebook me that myspace me or for those of you that simply just pass by me and smile. This year I learned alot about what family is. Family to me doesnt have to be blood related they could be your friend your neighbor your animal. A stranger. Life to me is more about helping and giving. Rather then for the taking. I became very close to God these past two years and I have learned that helping your community and simply helping a friend or stranger in need is what we as people have to start doing more. To create a happy and joyous home you need to suround yourself with love and positive energy. This year I pray for all of you to find much joy and love to spread all year round. For us to all continue to grow on our journey and to follow the right path. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you and your families and most of all to mine and my friends. I love you all and dont forget to break the wishbone and make a wish....;)

Maybe it will come true..... have alittle faith it will go a long way.

Your Truly

Alisa

Dr.Gram Skin Care

Beauty Time and this time its for woman and men! I recently attended a gifting suite where I was introduced to my new favorite must have skin care line.This skin care line can be used for all year long. Being an actress I have had makeup put on my skin since I was 8 years old. I have gone through so many different products and the minute I started to use Dr.Gram Skin Care my skin changed right away. My skin was dry and had some dark spots due to sun and acne. Now its glowing and feels frsh and I hardly get breakouts now.

I get alot of fans that ask me what do you use on your face how do you keep yours skin so clean and fresh? For all my tweeties out there please follow @GRAMSkincare
they tweet about their new must haves and give you updates and tips on their skincare line. Or google them and check out their website.

What I like about their product is that they dont use sulfate, which is usually in alot of other skin care lines. Dr. Grams products are light and just alittle goes a long way.

Here are a few of my favorites that they have and that I am currently using at the moment.

Daily Cleanser
Clarifying Toner
Daily Scrub
Daily Moisturizer

These are the 4 that I use currently on my skin everyday.

Its vital to use toners and to use a good cream and spf on your face. Please check Dr.Gram out and follow him on twitter if any of you have questions tweet me or email me @alisareyes4ever@gmail.com

Hope this answered some of your questions....

Yours Truly

Alisa

LIFE FOR THE WORLD

Life For The World was established in 2002. As far as an increase in teens wanting to take trips with us, we have just recently seen an increase. It is a hands on way to help. It is an amazing experience for teens to be able to see what a day is like in Haiti and they are able to work with the children in the orphanage and visit surrounding Haitian villages. We are currently offering experience Haiti trips for $1500. For more information anyone interested can contact Michael Fedele at lifefortheworld@sbcglobal.net

Also, ways for community members can help on a small scale would be to take part of Sponsoring a child. This is also a great way to get involved on a more personal level. For $30 a month anyone can go onto our website and sponsor a child. In return, they will receive updates and will be able to learn about their child. Sponsors are also able to send gifts, have correspondence with their child and are invited to visit their child in Haiti. The $30 helps to provide the child with food, water, medical aide, clothing, shelter, schooling and much more.Donations are also helpful.

To sponsor a child : http://lifefortheworld.com/sponsor.html
To make donations: http://www.lifefortheworld.com/give.html

On a larger scale, fundraisers are important. Anyway that anyone is able to raise money helps. All donations are tax deductible. Schools and local community members have been a very big support in fundraisers that they have done for Life For The World.

We currently need volunteers. Anyone who would like to volunteer or have any fundraising ideas for upcoming fundraisers and events can contact me at mjimenezlifefortheworld@gmail.com

Anyone who would like more information about our organization can go to our website at : www.lifefortheworld.com

Also, I think this video would be helpful to you. Please watch it. It talks about Maranatha, expenses and features some of the children from our sponsor program. It was taken in August. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZRPrUCFNls

Contact If interested!

Monica Jimenez
Director of Public Relations
(773)717-9822
mjimenezlifefortheworld@gmail.com

Emmy's Gifting Suite Event-Hot Must Haves!

Its that time of year again. EMMY's year that is. I recently went to a gifting suite thats where different companies bring their products and set up shop in a huge venue and give out amazing must haves for celebs that attend the event. I was invited and here are a few must haves I had to share with you. Feel free to google these products to find out how to get them.

My new favorite healthy vitamen replacement I take along with my everyday vitamens-FARMSEA HEALTH. Its made from seaweed and its suppose to be really good for you there is also a version for pets.

You ever went out to a party or bowling or at a friends house where there are tons of cups around and no one can figure out whos whos cup. Well check out-DRINKMARX
It looks like a braclet that you can design yourself with cute stickers to put around a cup,water bottle,etc so you knows which one is yours this is a must have for parents!

Did anyone say facial? I only had one facial in my life but there is a new product out there that some celebs actually own personally and so can you its called-HYDRAFACIAL MD EDGE SYSTEMS. Its the newest and freshest way to get a facial.

Jewerly ladies? Check out SARA G. STRAUSS this line of handmade jewlery is amazing and so pretty. Check the line out at www.sgsjewerly.com

Are you interested in llc-ing your company or corporating yourself well this is a must have company to know about its called MYCORPORATION check the site at www.mycorporation.com this company will set you or your business or production or music company up! Five stars for this must have.

Last but not least this is for all my bike riders out there-SWAGGER IND. Check them out at www.swaggerindustries.com they make custom bikes....

Hope you liked the must haves I shared with you and please search for these companies if any of them appealed to you.

Yours Truely

Alisa

SOUL SEARCHING

As I have gotten older I started to realize that its the little things in life that makes one happy. Like a stroll in your neighborhood or a hike on a beautiful trail. Maybe having lunch with a long lost friend or a late night conversion that was long over due. Maybe even going to the beach and paint a picture. Dancing, laughing, praying and meditating are all the things I do on a daily basis to stay happy. Being happy when you are alone is the most vital because if you cant be happy in your own company how can you be happy around others. I just recently started to read that was something I was never big on. As one gets older wisdom comes into play and you start to connect to the real you. Life lessons are a big part of growing. Losing loved ones or taking a break from friends or maybe changing ones normal everyday habbits. Its vital to change things up abit. Though I was told that being bored is a good thing. I like to go the extra mile and do the unknown and experience life in a different way and try to do things I wouldnt normally do. So if you or anyone reading this is at a cross roads in your life know that GOD and faith or whatever it is that you believe in will help center you in the right path. Sometimes you have to take a moment and just listen to the nothing sound in the world. Sometimes you have to let go in order to recieve the new. This was just a thought I wanted to share. What is soul seraching to you? Think about it and embrace it. Life is to short not to live and as my mother use to say there is enough hours in a day to do your hearts desires so run through that fire jump up and shout be alive and feel alive. Thats what soul seraching is to me.....


Yours Truely

Alisa