Meditation is often misunderstood by those who do not practice it. Very often, I hear meditation referred to as, “altered states of consciousness.” That sounds more like intoxicants, rather than bringing clarity to a cluttered mind…
Meditate to Unlock Your Hidden Potential - Part 1
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsWhat is Self Mastery? - Part 2
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsTo continue with our overview of the physical component of self mastery, it goes without saying that walking is a valuable aerobic exercise - but you have options. You can use a bicycle for nice days, or use indoor aerobic exercise equipment for use on inclement weather days.
My personal favorite is the elliptical trainer…
What is Self Mastery? - Part 1
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsSelf Mastery, alone, sounds like a selfish term; but if you cannot help yourself, you will have limited ability to help others. Self mastery is the ability to make the most out of your physical, mental, and spiritual health…
The Relationship Between Meditation and Self-Analysis
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsThese are two very powerful tools for self-improvement, but how can you use them in harmony? For example: Self-analysis and meditation cannot be performed at the same time. After all, multi-tasking runs contrary to what meditation is all about.
So where do we start? Self-analysis will give many of your meditations purpose…
Nine Things You Should Know About Yoga for Children
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsHere are some guidelines and realistic expectations for parents, who are considering Yoga for their children. For your child, Yoga is much more than a kid’s fitness class…
The Formula for Preventing Depression
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsWhile it is arguable that depression is not always preventable, there are many cases, when using the following ideas, will keep you in good spirits - most of the time…
The Truth About Vinyasa Yoga
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsVinyasa is a Sanskrit word, which refers to breath and movement. For example each Yoga posture is matched by one breath. This is what you do when you perform Sun or Moon salutations, and these are also a form of Vinyasa Yoga.
So, any sequences of postures that are synchronized, with your breath are classified as Vinyasa…
Optimum Fitness for Middle Age - Part 1
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsOn any give day, one of us will walk by a mirror, observe a photograph, or see our reflection in the glass. Where did the time go, and why didn’t we see it before? When you have true friends, they accept you for who you are…
Maybe Bikram is Right?
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsFor some reason, I had the time to sit down and watch a little television, and as luck would have it, Bikram Choudhury was being interviewed on 60 Minutes Wednesday.
My wife, Marie and I don’t often get home at that time of the night, as we are usually closing up the wellness center, so this was fate and a bit of luck.
Our center does not have 105 degree Bikram classes or hot
Yoga classes, but we are familiar with Bikram’s style and his wife’s many accomplishments…
Listen to Suggestions
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Fitness · 0 CommentsIf you are up to your ears in a stressful situation, it becomes difficult to think clearly…