Practicing compassion in your everyday life is just that: a practice. It takes patience, focus and energy. While we all approach it in unique ways, learning to live with more compassion is always an active state of being. Compassion is also the definition of the word karuna. It’s not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ mentality, neither is it an effort […]
The hectic nature of the holidays usually has us craving natural ways to relieve stress in our lives. We’re always focusing on the next task at hand, whether it’s an urgent errand we have to run or plans we’ve made with a friend or an end-of-the-year project at work that needs completing. The expression ‘there’s
Simply put, Karviva means compassion. From a Buddhist perspective, the most common translation for the word karuna is in fact, compassion! This focus on compassion is active sympathy for those around us; it’s also a practice that is tested and strengthened over time. This definition of compassion isn’t limited to one area or element of
If you’re an athlete or runner, chances are you need a little extra get-up-and-go in your diet that supports your active lifestyle and rockin’ body. For anyone serious about their health and performance, emphasizing the overall importance of nutrition leads to excellence. In recent years, athletes have been bombarded with information pertaining to the
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In Western cultures, we tend to think that the preferable source of protein comes from meat – and lots of it. However, there are many benefits of plant-based protein in your diet! Those looking to bulk up or build muscle often shy away from a plant-based diet. What many people don’t realize is that plants
Earth Day is Saturday, April 22, 2017! Karviva will be celebrating at the St. Louis Earth Day Festival in Forest Park. Earth Day 2017 is fast approaching! Being built on a philosophy of sustainability and compassion for our bodies and the earth around us, Karviva encourages everyone to take the time to do something special
Many food and beverage brands fail to take sustainability into consideration. With the help of Total Organics Recycling, Karviva is furthering its philosophy of food waste reduction. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, around one-third of all food produced in the world is wasted. From careless production processes to consumer waste, that’s over 1.4 billion
Each year, we see new food trends across the industry. All-natural and healthy foods continue to see a rise in popularity for 2017, but the definition is changing. Although health foods and drinks have been popular for several years now, the trend continues to gain momentum in 2017. However, just being “healthy” does not mean
Our brand ambassador, Heidi Marie Harris, recently attended a four day silent yoga retreat. Her experience at this retreat was profound and moving. We invite you to read her story below. “I am a concert violinist, and I work in the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. My job is to work with sound. I craft
The Bodhi tree is the symbol of enlightenment in the Buddhist religion, but many people do not know the story behind it. Karviva has chosen to incorporate this symbolic tree in our logo and brand image, as the symbolic meanings align so well with the values embodied in our products. The Bodhi tree was originally introduced as
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