There are many ways to combat anxiety, but perhaps none as quickly – and naturally – effective as certain forms of Pranayama. Pranayama is conscious breathwork and is often used in yoga, mindfulness practices and meditation. There are many forms of Pranayama, and this article focuses specifically on four effective
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People are constantly seeking ways to better manage stress and feel more peace and happiness in their daily lives. The way we get there is to be more present. Meditation and mindfulness practices are beneficial for cultivating more presence in our daily lives. But before we even address these tools,
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If you’ve ever experienced back pain, you know just how debilitating it can be. Whether it’s a result of overexerting yourself physically or an ongoing issue, back pain can negatively impact our quality of life. Many of us have been there. In fact, according to the American Chiropractic Association,
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2500 years ago, the sage Patanjali compiled a book called the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali to give an introduction to the practice of the Eight Limbs of Yoga. These eight limbs are referred to as Ashtanga Yoga. In Sanskrit, “asht” literally means eight and “anga” means limbs or parts. We hear about
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Did you know that September is National Yoga Awareness Month? Every year, the month of September is officially dedicated to raising awareness around the practice of yoga and its many health benefits. For over a decade, the month of September has been used to educate the general public about the vast
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Ujjayi Breath, often referred to as Ocean Breath, is one of the most popular and commonly practiced forms of Pranayama. Practicing Ujjayi Breath is calming, grounding, centering, and – once you understand the approach – simple to do. Not only can Ujjayi Breath keep you focused and present during meditation
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Teaching yoga is a true gift. The practice of yoga has endless benefits for both mind and body, and the best part is – you never stop learning and growing. Not only does this statement apply to every yoga student; it also applies to every yoga teacher. Like life, yoga is
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Are you in tune with your space element? Do you ever feel like you can’t connect to your breath? Or like you don’t have the time or energy to take on another task or to let another loved one into your life? Do you feel detached from all that life
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While I love creating a variety of smoothie bowl recipes, I also think it is important to find a balance between sweet fruits and more grounding, alkalizing vegetables to keep you feeling balanced. This smoothie bowl recipe is filled with vegetables and the best part is – you cannot even
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“I was planning on working out at home today, but I lost all motivation.” “I would love to practice yoga but I just don’t have it in me. Maybe tomorrow.” Has this ever been you? How do we remain accountable for our at-home workouts and in our overall fitness
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