YOGA

If you gaze long into an abyss, the abyss will also gaze into you.
— Friedrich Nietzsche

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Gratitude is the Heart of Love

Gratitude is the Heart of Love

Gratitude and appreciation is entwined with numerous health benefits including enhanced mood and self-esteem. We can develop gratitude by reflecting on the gifts that are already ours and by celebrating great and small things every day.

Research has demonstrated that a regular practice of gratitude releases toxic emotions, reduces bodily aches and pains, helps to improve sleep quality, aids in stress regulation, and helps to decrease feelings of anxiety and depression. Gratitude has psychological, physical, and social benefits, and is the foundation of any spiritual path.

Here are some simple ways that you can practice gratitude every day…

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5 Ways To Reduce Stress & Anxiety

5 Ways To Reduce Stress & Anxiety

As we transition out of our slow Summer pace into a new kind of speedy September mode, you might be feeling a little anxious at the prospect of sending the kids back to school, heading back into the office, or trying to create some kind of “normal” feeling into the weeks ahead. Especially during these stressful times, it is important to take care of yourself. Here are 5 simple things you can do to decrease any feelings of overwhelm as you make this transition… READ MORE

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An Introduction to Meditation

An Introduction to Meditation

Are you’re feeling anxious or stressed-out and you’ve heard that meditation can help?

But is it safe to just sit down and try to meditate?

And what the heck does it mean to meditate anyway? Where should you begin?

Relax, you’ve come to the right place. In this video, I will answer all your questions, and guide you through a short practice that you can easily start to use on your own.

But first, a little about how I became interested in Buddhist meditation practices…

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