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For the Love of Lats: TLC for your Back Muscles

November 3, 2019 by charlotte bradley

For the Love of Lats: TLC for your Back Muscles

The latissimus dorsi (also known as “lats”) is a super important back muscle. You use it every time you pull something towards you. Recently I’ve come to recognize how little attention and love I give to this muscle. I train in karate. One of the requirements to move up in rank is to do 3 […]

Filed Under: Focus on Anatomy, Styles & Poses

How Yoga and Exercise Can Be a Crucial Component in Addiction Treatment Plans

June 19, 2017 by David Wilcox

How Yoga and Exercise Can Be a Crucial Component in Addiction Treatment Plans

When you imagine rehab for addiction, you probably envision a secluded hospital-style community center where people meet for group therapy. But addiction recovery can also take the form of exercise. While individual and group therapy sessions are an important part of the recovery process, exercise has been proven to benefit those recovering from addiction as […]

Filed Under: Wellness

In Odd Places: Another Grief Observed

May 4, 2017 by William Ferro

In Odd Places: Another Grief Observed

It strikes you in odd places, And at unexpected times. Engulfs you like a tidal wave As heartache’s redefined. And it’s bound to knock you over, And it’s sure to grind you down. It strikes you in odd places, Makes you feel you’re gonna drown. So take shelter where you find it; Seek refuge while […]

Filed Under: Everyday Spirit

Radical Renewal

February 28, 2017 by William Ferro

Radical Renewal

Mindfulness meditation and related contemplative practices are pervading the culture, and that’s a wonderful thing! As more and more people in various communities learn to practice well; as they learn how to acknowledge and transform their suffering, their whole community will benefit. If equanimity comes to define the character of enough people, the entire culture […]

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The Bridge

February 24, 2017 by William Ferro

The Bridge

Mindful breathing can serve as a bridge, one that connects body and mind. When your psyche and your physical body are alienated from each other, you are not at your best. Perhaps your body is in the room with someone you love, but your mind is somewhere in the past or future. In that state, […]

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A Transformative Practice

December 27, 2016 by William Ferro

A Transformative Practice

If you wish to know joy, I recommend cultivating the habit of standing at a slight remove from yourself. What does that mean? If we can figure out ways of detaching slightly from our own ego, we can view ourselves more objectively. We can become an internal observer of what’s going on, rather than a […]

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Your Reverse Bucket List

November 23, 2016 by William Ferro

Your Reverse Bucket List

People often talk about their “bucket list;” the things they want to do, accomplish or experience before they shuffle off this mortal coil. But what if we each flipped that script and each of us created our own reverse bucket list? By this I mean, instead of looking forward to what you haven’t done yet, […]

Filed Under: Everyday Spirit

Practical Suggestions for Dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder

November 13, 2016 by William Ferro

Practical Suggestions for Dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder

The days are getting shorter, the temperatures lower. For many, this means negotiating another bout, of Seasonal Affective Disorder; a form of depression brought on by a dearth of light. Since I’m one of those affected, I meditated and came up with proactive prescription for myself. I very much hope it will be helpful to […]

Filed Under: Wellness

What muscles is your yoga pose stretching?

November 3, 2016 by charlotte bradley

What muscles is your yoga pose stretching?

A friend of mind posted this image recently on Facebook. (Apologies, I don’t know the original source but will site it here when I find out.) This is a great illustration of the muscles that you are using when performing a particular pose. One of my mentors always describes poses in terms of the target […]

Filed Under: Styles & Poses

Earthing in Autumn…at Night

October 23, 2016 by William Ferro

Earthing in Autumn…at Night

“Earthing…” You’ve heard of it, right? It’s a way we crunchy granola types refer to walking barefoot outdoors. It’s a wonderful practice that connects you bodily to the earth. Through the soles of your feet, the earth that gives you life, that nourishes you, interacts with your body directly. By walking mindfully this way, we […]

Filed Under: Meditation, Relaxation

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