I’ve said this before, but you aren’t only inspiring in the vegan world.. you inspire me to continue my spiritual journey and to make time and space for personal reflection. I feel like you are my spirit guru/animal and love what you share with your platform. Thanks Lauren!
so happy to see an update on this youtube! i suspected you may be going through a difficult time and this retreat looked amazing! sending love your way and admiring your independence and strength
I'm sorry to hear things have been rough lately but glad that your beautiful trip was helpful. Thank you for including us even in hard times. Wishing you only the very best!
I’m so sorry you are going through a hard time Lauren and hope the sun shines for you again. Love your videos, recipes, personality and admire your strength. You’re a very inspirational person. Thank you very much for all that you do lovely lady. You’ve helped me immensely. Sending you much love and gratitude 🙏 ❤️ xxx
Lauren, I love you! The moments you captured were so blissful, the music you chose, the retreat looks amazing and your genuineness always shining through... I just love you!
I have two work colleagues who ventured to this very same retreat- they fell in love with it and Nicaragua and have me hooked to go. Now your vlog of the place just solidified it for me. I must go! It always amazes me how yoga can help move us through hard times. Much love ❤️
WOW! Cool Nicaragua...my family is from there specifically...Granada and Esteli. Kinda bummed that they took you to Masaya...though Masaya is cool I happen to think Cerro Negro is cooler, it releases ash instead of typical lava...and you can actually surf down the volcano..if you look up Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding you can see it. Its really an incredible sight... there are so many volcanos in Nicaragua in general I think there are like 20 active and nonactive. And red pitaya aka dragon fruit is my jam it does not compare at all to the white flesh you normally get...I LOOOVE the juice my Abuelita (grandma) makes with it. As for Chayote...I've always seen it as a potato not necessarily a squash...granted I get that it is in the squash family but we use/treat it as a potato in many dishes because similar to potato in that it soaks up the juices of whatever its cooked in...Mashed potatoes made with Chayote is really good if you've never tried it. Tostones are ridiculously good especially when they've been freshly made... I like to squeeze a little lime juice and sprinkle some salt. Impressed to see they used Ensalada Repollo on the tacos..and you at least got to try some typical Nicaraguan dishes (gallo pinto -rice and beans and platanos - plantains)...we have so many delicious natural fruit juices and food. I will say while the food looked delicious I was a little disappointed to not see a lot more Nicaraguan food made vegan...considering a lot of it can be considered so without the meat that accompanies it. Cool adventure tho! Keep em coming!
Hi lauren, i wanted to send you love and positivity from me to you. Youve helped me tremendously in my vegan journey and I am so grateful for that. I'm glad you were able to get through whatever rough time you were having and let go of some of that negative energy. You are a true inspiration, much love!
Moringa is amazing!! Its from a leaf I believe. In 1/2 tsp it has 106% daily value of B12. And has more calcium than cows milk!! Also super high in vitamin C
Thank you for sharing your light Lauren 💖 this video made me confident that I needed to sign up for the annual yoga retreat with my studio, so thank you for the inspiration! I hope that this trouble passes soon and you allow yourself to heal. Lots of love to you.
OMG seeing a fellow vegan and one of my favourite social media influencers in my home country makes me so emotional 😭 I hope you liked Nicaragua! It's my favourite place on earth 💜
Oh Lauren :( im so sorry you're going through a hard time. My heart hurts to see you so in pain. Take care of yourself. We can wait. No rush on videos. Xox
When the heart is broken, When you have cracks in your heart, It lets the light in, It lets the Sun in. What we once enjoyed, We can never loose...All that we love deeply becomes a part of us. Sending you lots of love & strength from Montreal xoxo
I'm so happy you visited my country and enjoyed your time there! you literally opened my eyes to these places because when we visit we only visit family. Will definitely do something along these lines next time I visit :3
Arminandthehuman so true huh with my family they just stay at the house for the 2 week trip they're there lol maybe a lil exploring in their hometown. I haven't don't any tourists things either
This is one of my favorite videos you've ever posted on this channel! I wish I did yoga more.. you truly inspired me to go vegan and whatever it is you're working through I wish you all the best, you're amazing 💕 wish I could meet you someday and thank you personally for being so inspiring!
so good to see that you have had an amazing time and the food looks great!! you have inspired me to eat more fresh and delicious vegan food. i am in mysore, india. It has delicious vegan food everywhere. hehe thanks lauren! xx
This looks incredible! I fully believe this was an opportunity shared to you when the universe knows you needed a break. I could see your face relax in progression throughout the week..so glad you were able to take something away from it. (Wow.. this comment sounds so hippy dippy, and i am not lol) I love seeing youtubers explore places I wouldnt normally have thought of for travelling. Nicaragua is now on my list. Thanks for sharing your experience! XX.. now back to this wet Toronto weather ya? lol
Lauren I love you! I've been watching your videos from the beginning. I know you're busy as fuck but I hope you do more vlogs again in the future. Nicaragua looks amazing... Take care!!
Love you Lauren! I have been learning more about crystals and essential oils lately. Where did you get your crystals? Is there a website I can order from?
Hi Lauren! I have a question for your #asklauren videos... how do you feel about buying second-hand leather? Some say the damage has already been done, the money isn't going towards the industry, and it's more sustainable/environmentally friendly than buying new man-made products.
Hey Lauren, I realize this video was made a while back, but hopefully you see this... Did you by any chance ever leave the "campus" where the retreat was being held to go out adventuring on your own a bit? If so, did it feel safe for a solo female traveler?
This is the kind of yoga I want to do. Ive been wanting to get into yoga. I need something to do for myself and that is relaxing. The book i got doesn't have positions that flow with each other. You need to get completely out of one to positon and then go into another. I want something with a smooth position transition. Does this make any sense at all?
I'm currently living in San José, Costa Rica for study abroad and I love it, but it's so unsafe here compared to where I'm from in the states. All the houses have prison wire and barbed wire, and petty theft is so common I rarely have my camera and phone out where someone could take it :/
hope you're working through whatever you're working through Lauren, really admire your independence and spirit, you inspire me to be a better person.
I hope that whatever you are going through is resolved... Namaste
I’m Nicaraguan and seeing main stream UA-camrs go to my home country omg it makes me sooooo happy
Esmeralda Melendez me toooo girl I was gunna type this same comment! 💙
Same haha!!
It feels sooo good to see our country get some attention!! For a good reason LOL
I'm so excited to visit, possibly spend a few months. Any suggestions on places and things?
Go to leon! is one of the most beautiful cities in nicaragua and you could surf on a volcano!! and Somoto and visit the canyon
The food looked incredible and so colourful! Ah man I really want to do a yoga retreat some day. Thanks for sharing your trip!
I’ve said this before, but you aren’t only inspiring in the vegan world.. you inspire me to continue my spiritual journey and to make time and space for personal reflection. I feel like you are my spirit guru/animal and love what you share with your platform. Thanks Lauren!
awwww you're so sweet! That's amazing. Thanks for watching xo
so happy to see an update on this youtube! i suspected you may be going through a difficult time and this retreat looked amazing! sending love your way and admiring your independence and strength
xo thank you xo
you look so strong and beautiful in this!! and wow nicaragua looks so vegan friendly and relaxing.
this video was Relaxing AF
I'm sorry to hear things have been rough lately but glad that your beautiful trip was helpful. Thank you for including us even in hard times. Wishing you only the very best!
I’m so sorry you are going through a hard time Lauren and hope the sun shines for you again. Love your videos, recipes, personality and admire your strength. You’re a very inspirational person. Thank you very much for all that you do lovely lady. You’ve helped me immensely. Sending you much love and gratitude 🙏 ❤️ xxx
Lauren, I love you! The moments you captured were so blissful, the music you chose, the retreat looks amazing and your genuineness always shining through... I just love you!
THANK YOU! love you more :D
U got a tan Lauren 👍
That retreat looks so peaceful and relaxing ✌🌍🌺🌻🌸🐦😀👍
I have two work colleagues who ventured to this very same retreat- they fell in love with it and Nicaragua and have me hooked to go. Now your vlog of the place just solidified it for me. I must go! It always amazes me how yoga can help move us through hard times. Much love ❤️
awww lauren I hope whatever your going through passes with ease - much love moe xx
p.s. next time you go to nicaragua you must snorkel it's the best
This is one of the most beautiful and relaxing videos I’ve come across. You’re amazing Lauren!
to me you're the best vegan chef and i love your vibe. don't let anything get you too down. love you !
What an awesome trip! So happy you got to get away for this restorative vacation Lauren! And thank you so much for taking the time to vlog it for us!
WOW! Cool Nicaragua...my family is from there specifically...Granada and Esteli. Kinda bummed that they took you to Masaya...though Masaya is cool I happen to think Cerro Negro is cooler, it releases ash instead of typical lava...and you can actually surf down the volcano..if you look up Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding you can see it. Its really an incredible sight... there are so many volcanos in Nicaragua in general I think there are like 20 active and nonactive. And red pitaya aka dragon fruit is my jam it does not compare at all to the white flesh you normally get...I LOOOVE the juice my Abuelita (grandma) makes with it. As for Chayote...I've always seen it as a potato not necessarily a squash...granted I get that it is in the squash family but we use/treat it as a potato in many dishes because similar to potato in that it soaks up the juices of whatever its cooked in...Mashed potatoes made with Chayote is really good if you've never tried it. Tostones are ridiculously good especially when they've been freshly made... I like to squeeze a little lime juice and sprinkle some salt. Impressed to see they used Ensalada Repollo on the tacos..and you at least got to try some typical Nicaraguan dishes (gallo pinto -rice and beans and platanos - plantains)...we have so many delicious natural fruit juices and food. I will say while the food looked delicious I was a little disappointed to not see a lot more Nicaraguan food made vegan...considering a lot of it can be considered so without the meat that accompanies it. Cool adventure tho! Keep em coming!
Wow. This looked amazing- awesome food, yoga, nature. Thank you for sharing!
"Are you full of fleas?" ***pats the bed for him to jump up**
Hi lauren, i wanted to send you love and positivity from me to you. Youve helped me tremendously in my vegan journey and I am so grateful for that. I'm glad you were able to get through whatever rough time you were having and let go of some of that negative energy. You are a true inspiration, much love!
Moringa is amazing!! Its from a leaf I believe. In 1/2 tsp it has 106% daily value of B12. And has more calcium than cows milk!! Also super high in vitamin C
I'm glad you were able to have this beautiful and fulfilling experience at a time you didn't expect to need it. Thanks for sharing as always.
Yayay! Lauren is back!!
Thank you for sharing your light Lauren 💖 this video made me confident that I needed to sign up for the annual yoga retreat with my studio, so thank you for the inspiration! I hope that this trouble passes soon and you allow yourself to heal. Lots of love to you.
Yes, a new travel video!!!! My very favorite kind :)
Hope everything's alright. Glad you got recharge time and were able to take us along for the ride!
I love the time lapse flow sequences
This retreat looks amazing and the food looks great!
You are so lucky to be able to travel the world! Love seeing all the places you go.
Ugh so good. Love this and you. Please let us know when you go on your next retreat! I WILL GO. 😘
I'm from Nicaragua. WELCOME 🦋
OMG seeing a fellow vegan and one of my favourite social media influencers in my home country makes me so emotional 😭 I hope you liked Nicaragua! It's my favourite place on earth 💜
Aww that's so cool!
I used to live in Nicaragua, and this makes me so happy! I miss gallo pinto, haha.
This obviously suited you Lauren. Even though you said you were tired, you're glowing and beautiful!
It looks amazing. X
Oh Lauren :( im so sorry you're going through a hard time. My heart hurts to see you so in pain. Take care of yourself. We can wait. No rush on videos. Xox
What a beautiful place!! The food looks sooooo amazing. All the yoga looked so awesome. I could use this RN.
You can tell that retreat is awesome because your skin is glowy as hell on day 5.
This looks like such a beautiful healing retreat
Love all your crystals!! Looks like you had an amazing relaxing trip! You deserve it xo
Looks like a beautiful place! Thank you for sharing your experience!
Lauren you're so freaking gorgeous
When the heart is broken, When you have cracks in your heart, It lets the light in, It lets the Sun in.
What we once enjoyed, We can never loose...All that we love deeply becomes a part of us. Sending you lots of love & strength from Montreal xoxo
I'm so happy you visited my country and enjoyed your time there! you literally opened my eyes to these places because when we visit we only visit family.
Will definitely do something along these lines next time I visit :3
Arminandthehuman so true huh with my family they just stay at the house for the 2 week trip they're there lol maybe a lil exploring in their hometown. I haven't don't any tourists things either
I never get to travel anywhere so thanks for letting me live vicariously through you 😊 epic video!
This is one of my favorite videos you've ever posted on this channel! I wish I did yoga more.. you truly inspired me to go vegan and whatever it is you're working through I wish you all the best, you're amazing 💕 wish I could meet you someday and thank you personally for being so inspiring!
thanks vanessa xox
So cool to see you in my family's home! Hope you enjoyed ❤
so good to see that you have had an amazing time and the food looks great!! you have inspired me to eat more fresh and delicious vegan food. i am in mysore, india. It has delicious vegan food everywhere. hehe thanks lauren! xx
*Rice and Beens 😂😂😂hahaha his name is Gallo pinto*❤️❤️❤️❤️
Wow this looks so relaxing and fun! Hope you're doing well Lauren!
Everything looked so great!! Beautiful vlog!
Sending you loads of support and love lauren!
your skin looks amazing 😍
Love your Lauren in real life videos!
this looks amazing... hope you had an awesome time
you da best ladyyyy!!!!
oh my gosh everything looks amazing! I wanna go :)
This looks incredible! I fully believe this was an opportunity shared to you when the universe knows you needed a break. I could see your face relax in progression throughout the week..so glad you were able to take something away from it. (Wow.. this comment sounds so hippy dippy, and i am not lol) I love seeing youtubers explore places I wouldnt normally have thought of for travelling. Nicaragua is now on my list. Thanks for sharing your experience! XX.. now back to this wet Toronto weather ya? lol
Just saw you on Julian's vlog! I really hope more people start coming to your channel and checking out your awesome vegan food ❤️
my family lives there and i haven’t seen them since i was a child and wow i want to go back
I’ve been to Nicaragua! Granada is a really beautiful place.
I've been to Buddha garden in San Juan! Small world 😎
Lauren I love you! I've been watching your videos from the beginning. I know you're busy as fuck but I hope you do more vlogs again in the future. Nicaragua looks amazing... Take care!!
Wow this looks amazing! I wish I could do this.
THERE IS SUGAR IN THIS !!!! 😮😂😂😂 ... priceless 😂😂😂
Why am I seeing this just NOW? I'M FROM NICARAGUA OMG AND I LOOOOVE YOU😱❤
What an amazing experience!!! WOW!!!!
I thought maybe things seemed off I hope the retreat helped you!
I definitly would love to go that place looks so relaxing :)
the food looks sooo amazing 😩 now i know where i need to go.
"wild cilantro" hahahaha :D Love your Lauren!!
I need to do one of these retreats!!
Now im relaxed too!! love you
This looks sooooo amazing!
What we love Lauren for: "I don't know what Moringa is"
totally agree with that last point!
Lauren Toyota but it was a great testament as how all bodies are yoga bodies 😍
Que lindo es Nicaraguaaaaaaa!!! 😍😍😍
wow Lauren you look really fit!!
Love you Lauren! I have been learning more about crystals and essential oils lately. Where did you get your crystals? Is there a website I can order from?
Lauren, I send you my love and all the good vibes I can get.
My buddies own some of the most popular surf ranches and resorts in Nicaragua. Lucas and Travis! Ha let me know if u meet them
This looks awesome
"There's sugar in this?"
"YEEEEESSS"
Best response ever lol.
omg lauren the cat whisperer
Dammit Lauren your skin looks amazing
Hi Lauren! I have a question for your #asklauren videos... how do you feel about buying second-hand leather? Some say the damage has already been done, the money isn't going towards the industry, and it's more sustainable/environmentally friendly than buying new man-made products.
Hey Lauren, I realize this video was made a while back, but hopefully you see this... Did you by any chance ever leave the "campus" where the retreat was being held to go out adventuring on your own a bit? If so, did it feel safe for a solo female traveler?
Beautiful vlog
You are awesome girl! Love your videos. Hope you are well.
hi Lauren! which airport did you fly into to Nicaragua?
This is the kind of yoga I want to do. Ive been wanting to get into yoga. I need something to do for myself and that is relaxing. The book i got doesn't have positions that flow with each other. You need to get completely out of one to positon and then go into another. I want something with a smooth position transition. Does this make any sense at all?
CharlieTiel Look into Vinyasa yoga 🧘♀️ Good luck !
What was the zen music that was playing when you were doing yoga?
omg my country!! ❤
I'm currently living in San José, Costa Rica for study abroad and I love it, but it's so unsafe here compared to where I'm from in the states. All the houses have prison wire and barbed wire, and petty theft is so common I rarely have my camera and phone out where someone could take it :/
You should come to Costa Rica!
Any chance you could get the recipe for the chayote sramble?
Lauren, I am older and trying to better myself and you are such an inspiration to me. Can I adopt you as a daughter :)
You should come to Costa Rica some time ✨
I've been and its gorgeous!
how much was the retreat
You’re amazing. And Nicaragua is the best, such caring people
Is this old footage you recently uploaded? Or are you in Nicaragua right now?
I was there last week