Mobilize the Lymphatic System with Yoga and Massage 

Yoga’s influence in the function of the lymphatic system may be one of the least known and under appreciated benefits of a regular asana practice. Healthy lymph flow is a key component to healing as well as building a strong immune system. Gentle twists and bends can encourage lymphatic networks to flush stagnant material from the body. Known as a lymphatic drain in the field of massage, both depend on gravity to move fluid through lymph vessels for cleansing. Assisting this part of the immune system with gentle yoga or simple techniques in self-massage protects the body from the challenges of the [Read More]

2025-02-03T16:16:30+00:00December 30th, 2024|Health, Well Being|
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Lift Your Mood with These Health & Mindfulness Tools

Mood disorders are common, persistent, and disrupting, but tips in lifestyle and environment can turn aggravation into an improved mood. In addition, complementary therapies recommend nutrition, mind-body practices, massage, and acupuncture. These tested modalities along with any medical advice have proven to open the heart, quiet the mind, and cultivate an inner smile. Recruiting the mind, body, and spirit to lift mood is the idea. Mental health is tied to physical and spiritual health. Since poor mental health is a risk factor for physical ailments, the lack of fitness increases the chance of moodiness. Gaining strength, flexibility, and coordination enhances focus, resilience, [Read More]

2023-02-09T13:22:16+00:00January 9th, 2023|Well Being|
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Develop New Habits By Understanding Health Behavior

Habits, the urges and repetitive patterns we constantly entertain. According to researchers at Duke University, habits account for about 40 percent of our behaviors on any given day. Because habits essentially reflect our health, holding on to habits that no longer serve us can be problematic. The Transtheoretical Model and The Process of Change is rich soil for growing better habits for ourselves and others. The stakes for modifying human health are high. According to State Health Access Data Center, 1 out of every 2 adults ages 18 and older had at least 1 of 6 reported chronic disorders ranging in types [Read More]

2023-01-05T18:20:24+00:00November 26th, 2022|Healing, Health, Well Being|
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Use the Eight Limbs of Yoga Inside and Out

From the inside out, The Eight Limbs of Yoga can be a useful tool for meditation as well as thoughtful daily reminders. As the winter approaches, so do the pressures of the holidays. Compounded by seasonal affect disorder, life’s complexities can dim the joy of merriment; however, there is good news. The Eight Limbs of Yoga offers a two-fold solution to the blues by balancing moods while managing our interactions in the cold months that lie ahead. Written by the sage, Patanjali, sometime between 200 BCE to 200 CE, Yoga’s Eight Limbs is an important section in the first of his four [Read More]

2022-01-16T22:59:55+00:00November 16th, 2021|Mindfulness, Well Being, yoga, Yoga Philosophy|
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