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The Yin-Yang symbol is based on an ancient Chinese philosophy that is over 10,000 years old. It represents dual forces that are polar opposites, yet complementary to each other. The circular representation shows life, depicting the cyclical nature of energy. It moves fluidly from yin to yang and back to yin again, continuing over and over - never reaching stagnation, and never reaching its absolute....
October 18, 2015
Wellness has become a buzzword these days, ranging in application from medical diagnoses to spa services. Anyone you ask will have a list of things that make him/her feel good. For most people, this list will be based on circumstances and relationships outside of themselves.  But externals are always changing and in order to cultivate an overall sense of true wellbeing, we must tap a source that remains...
April 29, 2015
It’s safe to say that the average American's relationship with exercise is not the healthiest. Exercise, to many Americans, is an activity done as a means to an end — whether it be to lose weight, improve a current diagnosis or train for a specific event. It’s not typically done for its own sake or for the pure enjoyment of it. While at the gym, most people distract themselves from the discomfort associated...
April 23, 2015
I was throwing it right at you! Why didn’t you catch it? You’re supposed to catch the ball!” This was a typical experience for me in physical education – the most dreaded part of my school day. “Thanks a lot, Pavita! You made us lose!” The taunting would continue through the end of class, but it didn’t stop on the court or on the field. It followed me into the locker room, where I was teased for being...
April 13, 2015
For those of you who wake up in the morning feeling less than stellar, there are some simple techniques you can implement into your morning routine to give you an extra boost. These techniques are simple to do and best of all, they are free! Give the following three morning mood-boosting rituals a shot and transform your morning into a truly happy, soulful experience! - 1-) Practice Deep Breathing...
February 23, 2015
September is National Yoga Month! - Yoga has become a popular way for people to become fit, lose weight, improve balance, and create a strong and flexible body. While yoga can help to increase health and improve appearance, yoga can also promote relaxation and increase clarity and focus, while bringing about a better mind-body awareness. In this article we will identify a number of different types...
September 1, 2014
The breasts are symbolic of nurturing and love. As many of you know, October is breast cancer awareness month. This is an important time to support this vital cause. Many of us have been faced with this health challenge or know someone who has. I have had the privilege of walking with many women as they have moved through breast cancer. I have been given the gift of witnessing the hero's journey that...
October 3, 2007