CONQUER THE FEAR OF MOVING FORWARD
Fear of moving forward is something many of us face. Feeling stuck in a rut and fearing the change necessary to create a positive shift can be daunting. Even when we succeed in making transformational shifts, we can experience a sort of paralysis when it comes to sustaining these shifts or further improving upon them. […]
C’mon Get Happy: The Happiness Retreat
I recently went to the Art of Living Retreat Center in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina to experience the Happiness Retreat—a meditation and breathwork retreat that is offered twice a week (mid-week and weekends). Our teacher, Charlie Baldwin, lives and works at the Center, organizing and leading a variety of retreats and workshops. […]
MUDRA OF THE EARTH
You could say that mudras are hand yoga. While mudras are most widely known as gestures made with the hands, there are yoga postures that are also considered mudras. Photos of mudras most often depict a person sitting with their hands in a mudra while meditating, but you can also practice mudras while doing active […]
FORTIFY AGAINST THE FREEZE WITH DIET & DINACHARYA
Winter can last anywhere from a few months to half the year, depending on where you live.That’s a long time to endure freezing temps without becoming frazzled! Cold, dry temperatures, light air, rough, erratic winds, and extended darkness deplete and disorient us if we are not diligent in our self-care during winter. Having a consistent […]
GOOD NEWS FOR BEATING THE BLOOD SUGAR BLUES
Are sweet treats prohibited from your diet because you tend to have high blood sugar and don’t feel well after eating them? There are ways to go about eating sweets that won’t wreak havoc on your blood sugar and make you feel poorly. Just as there are incompatible foods, there are also foods that are […]
YOGA AS INQUIRY & EXPLORATION
For beginners and advanced yoga practitioners alike, it is often the case that we step onto our yoga mats with an agenda of some kind. Sometimes, we think we need to address the body in a specific way. Or, maybe, we are driven to do a lot of hip openers, a back-bending series of poses, […]
CLEAN UP YOUR ACT WITHOUT CLEANSING
Have you always wanted to try cleansing but have been intimidated by radical suggestions splashed all over the internet and stories of cleanses gone wrong? Do you adhere to seasonal cleansing routines but sometimes feel you could use a little “house cleaning” in between seasons? Has hearing about all sorts of trendy cleanses piqued your […]
END OF SUMMER DETOX & REJUVENATION WITH YOGA
It is essential to detoxify the accumulation of summer heat before heading into the next season. Excess heat in the body accumulated over the summer can create stiff joints, inflammation, irritability, anger, depletion, and dryness. The body may produce mucous in response to dryness, leading to sinus infections, constipation, colds, and other imbalances. This dryness […]
SOUND SLEEP WITH YOGA & AYURVEDA
Sleep is one of the most important factors for allowing the body and mind to thrive and experience homeostasis. Sleeping well is vital for maintaining a strong sense of vitality, happiness, strength, mental acuity, and more. Unfortunately, these days sleep disturbances are becoming more and more prevalent. If you’re experiencing sleep issues, perhaps yoga and […]
YOGA FOR PROSTATE HEALTH
There are several reasons men can develop prostate problems—genetics, diabetes and heart disease, and obesity—for many men it is a natural part of aging which could be linked to hormonal changes and levels of DHT in the body. Whether you’re already dealing with issues, or just looking for natural ways to bolster prostate health, the […]