Books & Art by Ana Antunes

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

SIX SUPER SWEET SESSIONS FOR A HEALTHY & NATURAL SILKY SKIN

Six Tips For a Luminescent Skin




Tip number 1: Hydrate





A skin glistens through the pores and being well hydrated inside and out will be worth more than millions of moisturizing creams. Of course, one should hydrate with fresh, clean water and preferably from a mineral source, such as those found in spas, bath centers and, especially, in waterfalls. Clean and moisturize your skin with cool, clean water to keep pores well refreshed.



Tip number 2: Exfoliate



You see, I did not write skinning, it's not about attacking the skin at all. But with gentle movements through a sponge or dry brush to circulate blood, it eliminates fungi and bacteria that may seep through the pores and with a light massage it will help prevent and even eliminate cellulite and dead cells, maintaining the natural freshness of the epidermis. It also stimulates lymphatic drainage and allows you to maintain the vigor of the skin for longer and to appear light and fresh as if you were just taking a shower. It also aids in the fight against free radicals through the ventilation of the pores and increases the production of collagen in the stimulated region.



Tip number 3: Sea salt bath



I do not even need to describe the feeling that brings us to take a bath and take all that "bad vibe" of the body. But unlike the waterfall bath that brings that immediate pleasure and the natural freshness, a bath of immersion benefits the body through the relaxation of the senses and instead of the initial freshness, we feel ourselves to be liberated from all of the bad stuff which we have literally even tightened on, and we have not only the sensation but the conviction that we are releasing ourselves from a part of ourselves that we no longer want and which no longer serves us, which are the dead cells. Sea salt maintains this delight of the body to feel welcomed, protected and embraced in pure ecstasy. And what more than our skin would allow than that?



Tip number 4: Exercise





When we exercise, we release endorphins that by themselves already benefit us from the sensitive system of our body's greatest organ: our skin. Thus we generate more heat, we perspire and through the pores we release toxins and the glands release to the body the information that the body needs to relax, hence the delight after a series of fast exercises, the feeling of being graced by a general current of well being. The released endorphin is then sent to all muscles receiving this instant relaxation recharge. Sweat releases toxins, and also water, so it's the essential need to hydrate before, during and after training. A light walk of about ten to fifteen minutes makes the skin translucent through perspiration on the surface of the skin.



Tip number 5: Breathing



To be alive, just breathe. It's very fundamental then that you may breathe properly, filling all layers of the chest, so pay attention to the end of the video that I posted below where it shows how far to breathe keeping the respiratory system in good condition, which is vital to have a skin overflowing in energy and vitality.



Tip number 6: Tropical Fruits



Be in your consumption, chewing the fruit well, which already generates an immediate pleasure to the palate, either in inputs, that is, applying on the skin, papaya, avocado. and many other fruits of the tropic already bring all the essential benefits to have a healthier skin. Imagine then planting fruit trees, the more benefits you can get! So, let's get to work and plant a seed that can still bear many benefits, benefiting not only nature, but bringing light, peace and harmony to your whole being. Just be careful with citrus fruits that are great as exfoliating, but if your skin is exposed to the sun directly when you apply lemon, especially, it can burn your skin!!

Well, here are the six tips, in a video that delights the skin. I hope you enjoy it... in JOY!





Sunday, December 31, 2017

What The Future Holds For You??

Happy 2018! I would like to announce a contest I created on my channel if you would like to participate and get a chance to win a copy of my book Divine-Action just let me know and I''ll be thrilled to give you more details. Here's the link: http://www.youtube.com/user/AnaBowlova And Please Subscribe to get more freebies on e-books, tips on wellness, health and other holistic therapies. And lots and lots of lotus! 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷
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I've got another challenge for the new years resolution that I'm hosting over my IG profile. You can also tag me to let me know you are participating in the challenge. Or use the hashtag #anaclaudiaantunes and create any pic with one of my quotes, and you can post any inspiration that comes to your mind while translating my words into images.
Here are some quotes by me: Ana's Quotes on Goodreads
The best creation will also win a copy of any book that it was quoted.
You can view some posts created all inspired by my quotes here: Quotations on Instagram

The challenge begins in THE FIRST DAY OF THE NEW YEAR. THAT'S RIGHT! It will be on Monday for #MotivationalMonday and as a #MondayMotivation it's the first day of the rest of your life! A brand-new You awaits on January, 1st, to make sure you were seriously joyful to join into the NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION CHALLENGE. I want to see who will follow through. The rewards will be amazing, for your health as well as your happiness. To get started, repost the challenge photo, download the guide, and wait for the host leaders to post the first prompt Monday Morning! Browse through the guide to get an idea of what’s coming up and we’ll see you all soon!

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Stay tubed! Soon I will announce a lotus pose challenge followed by Splits in a Split Second on my youtube channel. And a Happy 2018!!!☺

What The Future Holds For You?
If you want to enter the contest, you can also send me a message with your email and you will have the chance to win a prize, a copy of my book Divine-Action

Have you all the most blessing years of your lives. And remember: The Best Is Yet To Come!!😁

Monday, July 3, 2017

How I became a ghostwriter (Literally speaking!)

Next August 5th, it will mark 55 years since that fatidic day when a shooting star was shot and short lived, or rather, her life was shortened. In fact her light came down so unexpectedly, and yet she was so bright that not even shutting her for good down here was enough to shut her down completely. That candle was blown away from lighting the Earth, or so they thought. Like a lightning bolt she came and she disappeared from the face of the Earth. But how come that light would vanish forever like that? Well, in fact, she didn't. She was such a delight that she remains shinning on. And you know by now the light from whom I am talking... Exactly, that bombshell called Marilyn Monroe. So, once I channeled that powerful energy, nothing could stop her from telling me the truth behind so many lives which revolved around her. So here's an interview I had with her just after I had published the book The Mysterious Murder of Marilyn Monroe and available for free on kindle unlimited. :

First of all, I have to tell you that's with immense pleasure that I get to do this interview with you. But first things first, let's get to the basics.

MM: Oh, I'm so faltered (giggles). Just kidding, I'm really flattered. I'm sure it will be a delight!

My first question: What's your name?

Hmmm.... (coughing) Marilyn Monroe

Me: No, I mean your real name... the one that they gave you, that is on your birth certificate.

MM: Norma Jean

Me: Don't you have a family name?

MM: Well, that I can choose from, sure, I've got plenty, since I was adopted by so many families, before I got married and then became a movie star.

Me: I mean, from your birth certificate.

MM: Mortenson but then I took my mother's family name, Monroe. You know, my mother was mentally unstable and she struggled to live as a single mother after her divorce. Actually, I wasn't sure who my father was either, but I am pretty sure Clark Gable would be perfect for that role!

Me: Precisely. Doesn't that help you have an identity crisis in the middle of the way?

MM: Sure, Ma' am, but I am a Gemini, I would get an evil twin in a way or another. (giggles) But even my evil side made me go visit mom at the hospital as much as I could.

Me: And with all that, being adopted and all the struggles you had to face during a period of time when you most need support. I mean, you shouldn't be having to deal with problems like this at such a tender age. So how was your childhood like?

MM: Go figure. It was not that tough. But that is a tender question for me and I really don't want to talk about it. Let's just say it was tender.

Me: Sure. My bad.

MM: No, it's just that you are touching some sensitive parts that I don't want to go back to. If I don't have to, why bother now?

Me: You are totally right, Miss Monroe and I apologize for that.

MM: No worries, It is your job after all. Are you a Library lover and a liberal writer with Ascending sign in Libra who loves justice and wants to know the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth?

Me: Yes, I do.

MM: So do I. But some truths are better left alone.

Me. Perfectly fine with that statement. Let´s move on. Did you have any friends, and I mean, real friends to count on in your life as a mega star?

MM: You know, diamonds are a girl's best friend.

Me: So I will just assume that you had some good friends who were worth just like the diamonds you mentioned.

MM: Hmmm, yeah, you can say that.

Me: I am not going to recur along your career because everyone knows about that already. But I have one more question that I am sure is something everyone being your fan or not would love to know. What happened that dreadful night and what (or who) killed you? I smell a rat... Actually, a rat pack!

MM: No, I don't know what you meant by rats, but, no, it was not the mafia. Or was it? If they were also involved, I really don't know. All that I remember it was being on the phone, talking to a friend of mine and then hearing some footsteps-And then all went black... But I am pretty sure you pulled some strings in your book. Congratulations!

Me: Oh thank you, that really means the world to me that you like my book.

MM: I love it. It shows so much more than I would ever imagine when I chose you to be my ghostwriter.

Me: I was not a ghostwriter, only sensitive enough to capture what you wanted to reveal. After all, YOU are the ghost here.

MM: That's right.

Me: Thank you so much for taking the time to talking through some pretty heavy stuff. I know you must be rather busy in the after life. BTW, how is that??

MM: A delight, my friend... a delight in the light! (giggles)

Me: Now, I'm the one shinning like a diamond. I'm touched. You called me friend!

To know more about that candle in the wind that never really stopped burning, rekindling that old flame in so many ways, you can read "The Mysterious Murder of Marilyn Monroe" for free on kindle unlimited. You can also get a copy in paperback at Ana's Virtual Bookstore.

Saturday, October 20, 2012

The First Kiss


Stolen...


Do you remember your first kiss?
Was it magical fascinating bliss?
Was it something like sweet or sour?
How long it took? A second or an hour??
Tell me, tell me, if it was something like this...

Friday, September 21, 2012

Windmills in Fortaleza, Ceara

I woke up today at five thirty in the morning, when I looked to the Moon it had turned to gold. And then I suddenly realized it as a warning that the dream I once had can never be too old.

Some things happen for a reason,
others only go on with the season...

Thursday, September 20, 2012

Meerkats


Have you ever wondered what suricatas (or Meerkats) are thinking?? Well, I did, at least, once!;)

Sunday, May 23, 2010

The Pierrot's Love Movie Trailer

The Pierrot's Love

Based upon the homonymous novel by Ana Claudia Antunes

Synopsis: What would be your reaction if some artists from the other side contacted you to write their story? Would you be considered a ghostwriter, literally speaking. The protagonist of a story not always appears as such. And so is the case of Anne, a normal teenager who finds her life changed by a situation where the only choice and fortune, and escape from being a prisonner of other people's thoughts (in this case, a ghost) it is revealed by written words. Afraid of others, and of being taken as a nut case, she defends herself from the mysterious forces and gets refuge on what she finds as a new latent talent: being a writer. When her attempts fail, it is her own mother who goes to the trouble of letting the word out so that the ghost could finally rest in peace and her lover (the deceased one) could then rest his case for good.