Prana is the life force energy that infuses livingness into every atom of existence. Pranayama is the science that expands and refines the prana within, giving the practitioner a deeper experience of consciousness. Yogis have used the breath as a tool to influence the flow of prana in the nadis. Nadis
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We’ve all heard the seemingly endless positive effects of practicing gratitude for our physical and emotional bodies. If you were to listen to some of the claims out there, this state of mind has the power to influence all aspects of life from your sleep to your anxiety levels. Supposedly
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If you’re looking to add an energizing and healthy ritual to your morning routine, look no further! Dry brushing is a form of Ayurvedic medicine and the benefits of dry brushing are plentiful as it’s great for both the body and mind. If you’re wondering exactly how to dry brush,
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Every year, more peer-reviewed articles are published demonstrating the scientific benefits of meditation practiced regularly. Many of these studies show that improvements to participants’ lifestyle, health, and mental wellbeing can be seen in as short as a few weeks of practice. As 2020 has already shown us, life is full
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Do you feel overwhelmed and emotionally out of control? Does stress win nine out of 10 times? The solution is literally right under your nose. Ready? Okay – take a deep breath. Deep breathing is literally your body’s natural coping mechanism for stress. Although breathing happens unconsciously, we can control the
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Did you know that a five minute Savasana (Corpse Pose) is recommended for every 30 minutes of a yoga practice? Something tells me we aren’t lying in Savasana for 10 full minutes after every hour-long class. In fact, there are some lineages of yoga that have little to no emphasis
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So much to do, so little time. If you are like most people, your list of things to do is endless. Just as you cross something off, giving you a minor sense of accomplishment, another task gets added to the list. And it certainly seems like Restorative Yoga has no
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Okay, decision making time: What outfit should I wear? Should I have iced or hot coffee? Is it smarter to take the subway or drive to work? And this is just in the first ten minutes of your day. During one day, the average person makes 35,000 conscious decisions. Needless to
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In addition to being a healthy addition to your diet, buying vegetables and fruits in season offer a variety of benefits. Each piece of produce has an actual growing season – for example, you are more likes to see fresh, vibrant tomatoes, strawberries, carrots, and apples, among others. Modern farm practices
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Ashwagandha, the famed adaptogen superfood plant is having a moment – or should we say, has been having a moment – for centuries now. And the more you learn about the benefits of Ashwagandha, you’ll see why. Using plants as medicine is certainly nothing new. In fact it’s centuries old,
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