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Home Β» Personal Β» It's Okay To Cry During Yoga

It's Okay To Cry During Yoga

Published: Nov 12, 2013 Β· Modified: Dec 24, 2014 by Rebecca Pytell Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

"Straighten you arms and push up into Cobra. Turn your neck to the left and look out over your shoulder." And that is when I get a lump in my throat and my breath hitches. My whole body is feeling intense pressures and stretches. My mind becomes flooded with thoughts, feelings, and really just "static". I am not sure what it is, but it makes me feel like I am about to explode. But all of this isn't in a bad way. Everything is coming to the surface, in my body and my mind. When I release back down to the floor, before switching and turning my neck to the right side, my eyes well up with that salty liquid we call tears and one slowly drips down my face. In that moment I feel a release, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

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Practicing yoga allows you to find that mind-body connection. It forces you to be present right then and there, on your mat, and to focus inward on what you are feeling at that very moment. The movements you flow, push, bend, and stretch your body through, awaken all those nerves and sensory feelings within your body. It increases your blood flow and energizes every corner (even your toes). But it also awakens every part of your brain. Don't think you are going to go into a yoga practice for a quick workout and one goal in mind, to just sweat. That is not going to happen. Your body is going to connect with your brain and make you feel things you may not have even known were there, lurking in those back corners of the mind.

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This is when all those thoughts, feelings, and emotions come flooding up to the surface and seem to gather all together right in your center. That exact moment is when I feel just pressure and all the intense feeling ready to blow, but I can't pin point exactly one thought or feeling. This will usually happen in a pose that you hold and really allow your body to feel. And then when you release from that pose, your emotions release with it. The physical and emotional are connected spirits within you.

When you cry during yoga, it is just the physical representation of what is going on inside the body. The tears build up under all that pressure and then flow from your eyes as everything releases. It is cleansing. It is purifying. It is invigorating.

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That is why it is okay to cry during yoga! It may not happen every practice, but I find it happens to me when I have had a pretty tough week or something significant happened. That is why yoga is so healing and restorative. It is not just a workout. It can act as a "therapy" session as well. The best part is that no one needs to know what those thoughts and feelings are inside you. You don't have to speak them out load to the world. But you can bring them out during your practice, through the asanas, and through that emotional release you are bound to feel.

Allowing yourself to go there and fully commit to your practice will only make you stronger. You will step off your mat feeling refreshed inside and out. You will feel confident with yourself and emit a glowing aura of love, strength, and power.

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Yoga is for everyone. Yoga is not only a physical practice, but a lifestyle. You are fully committing and giving yourself permission to actually find your inner peace. Your inner light. No one is saying it will be easy. You may be scared of the feelings and emotions that come up, of the moments that you become vulnerable enough to cry, to release. But that is why yoga is a lifestyle. These things don't happen in a day or in one practice, they happen over time, when you commit and allow your practice to take you to the far reaches of you mind and soul. The places we don't always want to feel or see. But discovering these places leaves us with a purer sense of self. We can find love, confidence, compassion, strength, acceptance, and peace.

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Now take a moment and decide if you want to embark on a journey that will require you to let go, to accept, to release. If you do, then you may what to come and step on to the mat. Bring all you stress, worries, insecurities, anger, happiness, sorrows, burdens, everything. Bring it all and then release it. Release it and feel what your body truly is. A beautiful creation, a powerhouse of love, an extraordinary work of art that should be loved and cared for. Release it and feel what is truly inside you mind, your thoughts. Those feelings are real, accept them, and acknowledge them. Break down those fears, accept the past, appreciate the wonders, and brush away the guilt, the shame. Forgive. Release.

Namaste.

So tell me:

Have you cried during yoga? Yes.

Are you willing to be vulnerable and truly commit to a life-long practice? Yes.

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  1. Agness of Fit Travelling

    April 14, 2017 at 3:32 pm

    I couldn't agree more with you, Rebecca! Yoga awakes the best in you and it reveals who you really are.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 14, 2017 at 4:36 pm

      Sure does!

      Reply
  2. theladyofabundance

    March 16, 2014 at 5:49 pm

    I have experienced a few times when I got into a pose- usually restorative; something inside me just came unglued. I was perky and happy and not stressed going in.... but something happened when I got into the pose. Whatever it was, was long removed from knowing the source. It obviously was sitting in my body and the pose "unlocked" it. I would think it strange had I not witnessed other people going through it.

    My WORST Yoga crying incident to date came when I went to a Yoga seminar/course over a weekend. The yoga teacher wanted us to go around and introduce ourselves, say who our first teacher was, and why we do Yoga. Prior to getting to me a few people had confessed the trying and tragic lives they had lived which lead them to Yoga - obviously emotional build up there.

    Yoga means a LOT to me, and to make matters worse my first teacher was there- and sitting across from me. I know she doesn't have any memory of me; she struggled a lot with cancer several years ago and I was a young girl in high school back in the 90's when I started. But she was my first teacher and I was feeling awfully sentimental about it suddenly.

    Aside form this a co worker and friend of mine committed suicide four weeks prior to this seminar. I felt like I had processed it rather well and many days went by when I didn't explode into tears even though I thought about her often.

    Anyway they get to me, and I got out my name, who my teacher was and BAM! I exploded into hysterical ugly crying!! It was horrendous! I was gasping for air making terrible noises like a bird being strangled. It was so horrible and embarrassing that I hated myself for it for some time.

    Even though people showed compassion and understanding I almost "expect" them to do that when I really think they believe I'm a crazy person. I never returned to that Yoga studio, I didn't want to be remembered as the person who turned into a big crying monster. <:)

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      March 16, 2014 at 6:29 pm

      Wow, thank you for sharing your story! Emotion shouldn't be something we have to hide and be embarrassed about. I love that you said the pose unlocked something, that is exactly what it is!
      As for you other experience, don't feel bad about it. It was just raw emotion in the moment that got released and there is nothing to be ashamed about!

      Reply
  3. Camille Davis

    February 27, 2014 at 11:02 am

    after having two babies I need to get into a work out routine.. maybe ill try yoga!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 27, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      That is a great place to start! Try an easy hatha class if you need to start slow!

      Reply
  4. Iva AwesomelyOZ

    February 26, 2014 at 8:14 pm

    Happy SITS Day Rebecca! I haven't dedicated enough time to yoga to cry lol I always want to but feel intimidated and moreso after seeing you in all those pose. How long have you been practicing yoga? You make it look so easy!! Have a great one! -Iva

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 8:18 pm

      Thank you for reading and stopping by πŸ™‚ I have been practicing for about 2 years. It is all a home-practice too, I have never been to a studio!
      Don't feel intimidated! There are so many styles and levels and yoga is not about being the best! It is about finding yourself and learning about YOUR body and gaining confidence and peace in the process!

      Reply
  5. Martha (@QCPChic)

    February 26, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    Happy SITS day! I'm starting to get back into yoga and while I haven't cried (yet), I definitely feel an intense mind/body connection while practicing. It leaves me feeling refreshed not just physically but emotionally and spiritually, too.

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 6:21 pm

      That is how I feel after my practice! I love it so much πŸ™‚ Keep up your practice and I bet soon you will cry and it will be great, haha! Let me know when it happens πŸ™‚ XOXO

      Reply
  6. Definitely Ashlee (@definiteashlee)

    February 26, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    Last night, for the first time ever, I finally felt fully connected when I meditated. So that's one step closer for me to do yoga with an open-mind and heart. Knowing me, I'll cry my eyes out during yoga!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 6:10 pm

      Congrats! Isn't it such a great feeling! No matter where you get that release, it is important to feel it somehow!

      Reply
  7. anotherjennifer

    February 26, 2014 at 12:57 pm

    This post reminds me that I should get back into yoga again. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 6:31 pm

      Yes! Definitely get back to a practice! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  8. Jean Clark Lynd

    February 26, 2014 at 12:49 pm

    I never cried or even came close, TBH. I don’t think I even see it in the same light, though. Happy SITS day!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 12:53 pm

      Well keep practicing anyway!

      Reply
  9. Kim @ row L seat 1

    February 26, 2014 at 11:02 am

    I did yoga for about 5 years before my kids were born. I never cried during it, but I can see how it could easily happen! Maybe I just didn't push myself enough. πŸ™‚ I'd love to get back into it... I really enjoyed it!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 12:21 pm

      You should! It may take a very long time to get that release. You need to find the right practice and truly commit, but it will happen!

      Reply
  10. Beth @ Goodness Gracious Living

    February 26, 2014 at 10:38 am

    Yup, I have cried during yoga. And when I run and when I drive. I find that when I have time to let it all go and focus on myself, the release comes. Found you on SITS, and from your introduction, we have a lot in common: I'm veganish, I have a gluten sensitivity (along with eggs, dairy, and sesame) and I develop recipes to help my friends and clients (I'm a dietitian too). Nice to meet you πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 12:19 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Beth! It is great you can get your release in different ways!

      Reply
  11. Rabia Lieber

    February 26, 2014 at 9:30 am

    I've never really done yoga, but I have a friend who keeps trying to get me to a class. I'd like to try it out, but finding the time to do it has been an obstacle.

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      You have to give it a try! If time is an issue just do a quick at home video!

      Reply
  12. theseanamethod

    February 26, 2014 at 7:33 am

    A friend and I have been practicing a Christian version of yoga for about 13 years now. I love it, and have been surprised how it has kept me in decent shape, even though my practice isn’t as intense as yours. Anytime I quiet the mind and the body (yoga, during worship, prayer…), I open up to experiencing the feelings that I set aside during the busy activity of the day. It is a great release! Happy SITS day!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 10:29 am

      That's great that you have kept a practice going for so long and one that you love πŸ™‚ Any release is beautiful!

      Reply
  13. Nicole Nenninger

    February 26, 2014 at 7:11 am

    I’ve never cried during yoga–yet. It sounds like it’s a great release. I run a lot–and I get those feel-good endorphins. I’m thinking maybe I should balance it out with a little yoga. I actually do a 20-minute yoga video each week, but it’s more for stretching for athletes. Visiting from SITS…beautiful photos!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 7:16 am

      Thanks Nicole! Yoga is so beneficial for runners! Yoga is essential for any sport, perfect for those cross training days! I think any sport you love can give you that release in someway and that is why we have our favorite forms of fitness!

      Reply
  14. Bridget Green

    February 26, 2014 at 6:58 am

    I’ve never done straight up yoga (I was into pilates for a while; does that count?) but I can appreciate the beauty in the tone and the mood of your post. Stopping by from SITS

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 7:13 am

      They are both different but yoga isn't just one thing either. There are so many styles completely unique from one another! Thanks for stopping by and reading πŸ™‚

      Reply
  15. Karen

    February 26, 2014 at 6:08 am

    Very well said. Beautiful Post:)

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 6:27 am

      Thank you Karen!

      Reply
  16. vitatrain4life

    February 26, 2014 at 5:51 am

    I have gotten away from my yoga practice to focus on running and cycling. When I was practicing two or three times a week, I absolutely loved it. I've definitely cried a time or two, usually in corpse pose at the end when it all sinks in. I love how you relate it to therapy but that you don't have to speak about it! I think that's what I love most about yoga and I will definitely return to it. Visiting from SITS today. Enjoy your day!

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 6:27 am

      I always seem to cry in copra and boat pose no matter what. I think it is all the energy centered in the back that just breaks through. But you should get back to your practice as much as you can!!!

      Reply
  17. nailcentric

    February 26, 2014 at 5:06 am

    I only tried yoga during pregnancy and I must admit I liked it although I never thought I would.

    Reply
    • Strength and Sunshine

      February 26, 2014 at 5:22 am

      You should keep at it! At a lot of people are surprised that when they actually commit to doing it, they fall in love!

      Reply
  18. Darkmoon

    January 18, 2014 at 2:38 pm

    This article made me realize I had so much built up sadness and perhaps, anger. A few days ago, I started practicing the hero pose (virasana or guptasana) and felt a negative energy bursting in my chest, wanting to get out. Since I was in class I didn't want to let myself cry, but these two days I've been practicing it at home and it made me cry like a baby, not knowing why.
    So now I know that I'm in a process of cleansing and am sure that when it's done I'll come out of it stronger and happier.
    Thank you so much, I wish you all the best.

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      January 18, 2014 at 2:58 pm

      That's great! Keep working at releasing you emotions in you practice. It feels so great even when you find it hard mentally πŸ™‚

      Reply
  19. Catherine

    November 17, 2013 at 3:43 pm

    Beautiful post- reminding me why I miss my yoga practice and need to get back to it. There was more than one occasion in a group class where I began to cry during shivasana. A little embarrassed but such a sense of relief.

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 17, 2013 at 3:45 pm

      Thank you lovely lady πŸ™‚ Savasana is made for that finally release if it hasn't happened during class! Don't be embarrassed. Everyone is in their own world at that point, connecting with your self is all that matters!

      Reply
  20. Vidya Sury

    November 16, 2013 at 1:30 am

    Yoga is completely cleansing. I love how beautifully you've composed your post! Thank you. Happy to meet you via Deborah's blog hop! And yes, I've cried during Yoga and found it lightened my spirits

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 16, 2013 at 4:46 am

      Thank you so much Vidya πŸ™‚ I felt writing this post was a release as well πŸ™‚

      Reply
  21. Deborah Smikle-Davis

    November 15, 2013 at 9:28 pm

    Yoga is challenging for me. I have not cried but there were times when I felt like it. This powerful post took my appreciation for yoga to another level! Thank you partying with us at Live it up at the "Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Party"! I am happy that you were a part of this! Looking forward to seeing your wonderful posts again.
    All the best!

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 15, 2013 at 9:29 pm

      Thank you so much Deborah! Keep challenging yourself on the mat and one day you will experience the breakthrough!

      Reply
  22. jackie

    November 15, 2013 at 8:57 am

    lovely post. so amazing that to feel so connected to yourself during a workout.
    -- jackie @ jade and oak

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 16, 2013 at 6:27 am

      That's why I feel yoga is so much more than just a workout!

      Reply
  23. Amber

    November 14, 2013 at 4:17 pm

    I've always wanted to try yoga, but haven't made the commitment.

    I really like your blog! New follower πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 14, 2013 at 4:28 pm

      Thanks Amber! You should totally give it a try, it will be worth it! (P.S. I keep liking to this site, but it is so good for free videos so you can try out yoga right at home! http://www.doyogawithme.com)

      Reply
  24. Jenn

    November 13, 2013 at 7:24 pm

    Thank you for this. I found myself bawling my eyes out in Upward Salute. The emotion was so incredibly intense, and it was like Mother Earth's life was breathing into me just before I started crying. Thank you so much for linking up to our link party, Share Your Stuff Tuesday.

    Jenn @ IHeart Hands On

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 13, 2013 at 7:35 pm

      I am glad you liked my post Jenn! It is wonderful that you have been able to experience that release πŸ™‚

      Reply
  25. emskiruns

    November 13, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    I did yoga on a surf/yoga retreat this summer and I'd only ever done it once before and hated it. I gave it my all this time and really tried to get into it and couldn't believe that I actually enjoyed it.
    I found myself crying during the frog pose one evening on the balcony and I felt like a right mess but wow did I feel better after - I think it was letting out a lot of feelings I was trying to work out while I was away.
    I am still looking for a local yoga class in my hometown.
    x

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 13, 2013 at 3:30 pm

      I am so happy for you! Somtimes it just takes a few classes and practices to find the right fit and really embrace yoga. I hear it all the time that someone hated yoga the first time they did it, and then tried it again later on and fell in love! If you can't find a studio, try the videos on doyogawithme.com! they have some really awesome classes!

      Reply
      • emskiruns

        November 16, 2013 at 7:32 am

        Oooh thanks for that tip I shall head over and check out that site need to get some yoga back in my life. x

        Reply
        • strengthandsunshine

          November 16, 2013 at 7:44 am

          You will definitely find something there you'll love πŸ™‚

          Reply
  26. Kaylie @ FitnessMovesYou

    November 13, 2013 at 1:12 am

    I have cried 2x during yoga. Once during my very first time doing pigeon- apparently I was carrying a lot of built up negativity in my hips! It was such an amazing experience, though, to really open up and let go of psychotic all hurt in a physical way.<3

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 13, 2013 at 5:10 am

      It is a great experience and is so rewarding if we can find it and let it happen!

      Reply
  27. kristenk

    November 12, 2013 at 8:17 pm

    I think this post came at a good time for me! I'm a runner and I have been reading so many running blogs that say that runners should do yoga. So yesterday I tried it for the first time in a few years and I cried...because it hurt! I'm really tight and my knees hurt from bumping up my milage in running so I think that's what caused it. But at the end when you lay on the mat letting everything relax I did feel really calm and blissed out (although all my muscles were shaking like crazy!). Today was one of the toughest days at work that I had in a while and I didn't freak out or cry, and I think doing yoga last night may have helped me get through it so calmly! I'm writing a new blog post tomorrow about yoga for runners and might link you up to it! Do you have any advice on poses/online videos that have good poses for runners? Especially ones whose knees hurt sometimes? Thanks!

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 12, 2013 at 8:35 pm

      I am so glad my post resonated with you! Since you are just getting back into yoga and you want to watch you knees I would suggest much slower and gentler forms of yoga at first (not a power vinyasa, which happens to be my choice of class!) Additionally I would work on hip openers and back bends the most! Here are some links for videos that might be a good fit: http://www.doyogawithme.com/content/yoga-runners-post-run, http://www.doyogawithme.com/content/happy-hamstrings, http://www.doyogawithme.com/content/yoga-runners-injury-prevention, http://www.doyogawithme.com/content/foundations-flow. Email me if you have any questions or need more recommendations! Just go slow and listen to you body!

      Reply
      • kristenk

        November 12, 2013 at 9:22 pm

        Sweet! Thanks for the tips! I'm definitely going to share on my blog tomorrow! Yoga is a bit confusing to me right now so this helps a lot.

        Reply
  28. Arman @ thebigmansworld

    November 12, 2013 at 6:11 pm

    You need to teach me how to enjoy yoga.... the only time I've liked it is when I went to a class and they said it was cancelled...oops. πŸ™‚

    Your poses are incredible!

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 12, 2013 at 7:08 pm

      Thank you Arman! It was fun taking all those photos, haha! Tripod, camera, self timer, 10s....it was a good time πŸ˜‰
      You probably just have not found the right teacher or style! I suggest doing some free online classes from my favorite instructor in the world Fiji McAlpine! search her name on doyogawithme.com! Tonight I actually just did her twists and foot balances (full class) video. I love her and every video she does is amazing!

      Reply
  29. Kammie @ Sensual Appeal

    November 12, 2013 at 5:06 pm

    This is awesome. I haven't ever cried during yoga mostly because I did it in groups so I don't people to see me cry but I have done sensual dance by myself as a meditative practice and I have cried during those times when my mind gets clear and blank but all that's left is emotions and lets it out. It's an amazing feeling.

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 12, 2013 at 5:14 pm

      Moving the body can be so powerful! I think that is another reason why exercise and activity is so important to have in your life if you want to be happy and healthy πŸ™‚

      Reply
  30. Davida @The Healthy Maven

    November 12, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    Yup! Totally been there. I feel like it's a yoga right of passage! That and falling asleep during shevasana πŸ˜‰

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 12, 2013 at 4:14 pm

      Haha! Savasana is a great time to recollect and reflect on the moments too πŸ™‚

      Reply
  31. Melissa Burton

    November 12, 2013 at 11:47 am

    I've had a post bouncing in my head about this. I remember the first time I cried in yoga and my instructor just hugged me and smiled. She told me it was good and instead if feeling like the sap that I am down deep, I felt like I had broken through a personal barrier. It's still uncomfortable when I feel it happening but overall, it's good. Thanks for posting!

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    • strengthandsunshine

      November 12, 2013 at 12:38 pm

      I feel like I do some of my best thinking after I leave a practice like that so I welcome it full force πŸ™‚

      Reply
  32. Ange @ Cowgirl Runs

    November 12, 2013 at 11:16 am

    I have TOTALLY cried during yoga. I'm thankful I go to hot yoga so the tears are masked as sweat. I always feel so much clearer and lighter after a good cry in yoga.

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      November 12, 2013 at 12:37 pm

      Haha, what a disguise! It is a great feeling to leave that way.

      Reply

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The perfect side to soak up all that chana masala goodness I shared with y'all last week! This super duper easy gluten-free naan is just 4 ingredients! You favorite gluten-free flour @kingarthurbaking, yeast, salt, and a pinch of sweetener @swervesweetie. Cook them on a hot flat skillet or griddle! They are so easy to customize with herbs and spices, vegan cheese, lots of garlic; however you want to jazz it up! πŸ₯³πŸžβœŒοΈ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-naan/
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Hot and fresh of the updated-blog-post stove! One Hot and fresh of the updated-blog-post stove! One of my all-time FAVORITE recipes, posted back in 2013 (yes, a decade ago!), has finally been refreshed, reshot, and given some much-deserved love and attention! πŸ‘ŒπŸ˜˜
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Easy Chana Masala (Vegan, Gluten-Free) πŸ€€πŸ™ŒπŸ½
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This Gobblicious Garbanzo Curry is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
100% Plant-Based πŸ’š
Made In One Skillet πŸ’™
Quick & Easy, Meal-Prep Friendly πŸ’œ
Chickpeas, Veggies, So Many Spices πŸ’—
Perfect Meatless Dinner or Lunch πŸ’–
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You can never go wrong with a quick and easy curry and this one is a classic! Just canned chickpeas, @muirglen tomatoes, onion, garlic, tons of aromatic and fragrant Indian spices @simplyorganicfoods, and my secret ingredient...a handful (or two) of spinach! Made in one pot or skillet (I use my @lodgecastiron ) and top it with some fresh cilantro and a splash of lemon juice if you so desire! πŸ₯°
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/my-favorite-chana-masala/
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Crispy, charred, and popped snow pea magic! 🀩 * Crispy, charred, and popped snow pea magic! 🀩
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Crispy Air Fryer Snow Peas (Easy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯—
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These Snazzy Snow Peas are πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo πŸ’š
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Just Snow Peas & Your Choice of Seasonings πŸ’œ
No-Fuss, Quick & Easy πŸ’—
Perfect Side Dish, Appetizer, or Healthy Snack πŸ’–
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Grab a big β€˜ole pile of fresh and crisp snow peas, your spices and dried herbs of choice, toss, and let your @gowiseusa air fryer do all the crispy roasting magic! Make them as charred and popped as you want (you know I go far on the β€œburnt” side)! πŸ₯³πŸ˜‹
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-snow-peas/
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A little cheers to the most popular recipes on Str A little cheers to the most popular recipes on Strength and Sunshine this year. You're most beloved and trafficked recipes, time and time again! Here's to an amazing, beautiful, strength and sunshine-filled 2023! πŸ₯°β˜€οΈ

β˜€οΈ1 Italian Pasta Salad
β˜€οΈ2 Virgin Pina Coladas 
β˜€οΈ3 Slow Cooker Applesauce
β˜€οΈ4 Healthy Lemonade
β˜€οΈ5 Mexican Street Corn Salad
β˜€οΈ6 Slow Cooker Apple Butter
β˜€οΈ7 Sesame Seed Crunch Candy
β˜€οΈ8 Vegan Corn Casserole
β˜€οΈ9 Vegan Lemon Bars
β˜€οΈ10 Vegan Breakfast Casserole

Find them all on strengthandsunshine.com

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Sweet, salty, and incredibly giftable...🎁 * Sun Sweet, salty, and incredibly giftable...🎁
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Sunflower Seed Brittle (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸ¬
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This Snackable Sweet Salty Sunflower Candy is:πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Fun Edible Holiday Gifting For Everyone πŸ’š
3 Ingredients, Easy & Quick πŸ’™
No-Bake Snack or Dessert Candy πŸ’œ
Customizable Flavors πŸ’–
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Skip the peanuts and make this allergy-friendly sunflower seed brittle instead! You only need some roasty toasty full-flavor @gerbsallergyfriendlyfoods salted sunflower seeds (or unsalted and add your own to taste!), vegan honey (or normal honey if you so choose), and some granulated sweetener @swervesweetie or sugar! Add in any other fun flavors like spices and extracts or keep it simple! You can even make it chewier with my tips and tricks! 😍
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Fun Fact: This is a riff on my famous sesame crunch candy! Since sesame is now a top allergen, I decided to make a free-from version for you! (I actually made this recipe last Christmas season but ran out of time to post it!) πŸ€©πŸŽ„πŸŽπŸ™ŒπŸŽ…
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Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/sunflower-seed-brittle/
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Sneaky Snickerdoole Update is LIVE! πŸͺ My classi Sneaky Snickerdoole Update is LIVE! πŸͺ
My classic chewy soft cinnamony buttery snickerdoodle cookies have been fully redeveloped and updated on the blog from the original 2016 post! 😱🀩πŸ₯³
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Gluten-Free Snickerdoodles (Vegan, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸͺ
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These Buttery Soft Snickerdoodle Pillows are:πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Sugar-Free or Low-Sugar πŸ’š
Kid-Approved πŸ’™
Easy, Quick, Simple Recipe & Ingredients πŸ’œ
Make-Ahead + Freezer-Friendly πŸ’–
Christmas & Holiday Cookie Platter Staple πŸ’—
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Soft and chewy snickerdoodles with just the right amount of cinnamon and that iconic tang from the cream of tartar! Made with @kingarthurbaking GF flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, @countrycrock vegan butter, a splash of @watkins.1868 vanilla, @swervesweetie granulated sugar, and some applesauce for extra moisture! πŸŽ„πŸͺπŸŽ…
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Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-snickerdoodles-vegan-allergy-free/
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#snickerdoodlecookies #snickerdoodles #snickerdoodle #homemadecookies #christmascookies #christmasbaking #egglesscookies #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #glutenfreecookies #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #chewycookies #glutenfreebaking #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #cookiestagram #vegancookies
Soft, chewy, rich, and smokey-sweet MOLASSES COOKI Soft, chewy, rich, and smokey-sweet MOLASSES COOKIES! 😱πŸͺ✌️
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Gluten-Free Soft Molasses Cookies (Vegan, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸͺ
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These Old-Fashioned Chewy Christmas Cookies are:πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Low-Sugar πŸ’š
Kid-Approved πŸ’™
Easy, Quick, Simple Recipe & Ingredients πŸ’œ
Make-Ahead + Freezer-Friendly πŸ’–
Christmas & Holiday Cookie Platter Staple πŸ’—
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Soft and chewy with the rich and deep flavor of molasses, perfectly spiced, subtly sweet, with that hint of sparkly sugar crunch on the outside edges! Warm from the oven, these classic cookies are a cozy nostalgic bite of yum! With @kingarthurbaking GF flour, baking soda, a pinch of @simplyorganicfoods ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, some @countrycrock vegan butter, a splash of @watkins.1868 vanilla, brown sugar @swervesweetie and granulated, and of course @wholesomesweet molasses! πŸŽ„πŸͺπŸŽ…
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Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-molasses-cookies-vegan/
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#molassescookies #molasses #blackstrapmolasses #homemadecookies #christmascookies #christmasbaking #egglesscookies #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #glutenfreecookies #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #chewycookies #glutenfreebaking #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #cookiestagram #vegancookies