In the Western world, we are increasingly placing an emphasis on health and strength. Fitness classes and gym memberships are on the rise as we focus on improving our external strength, but what about our internal health and fitness? In addition to the superficial muscles that more clearly show strength and tone, we also have …
I truly adore my daily yoga mat. It is a thick, cushy, and highly protective of all my joints. However, it is not the best yoga mat available for travel. If I attempt to bring it on the plane, the transportation security staff will more than likely ask why I am traveling with a rolled-up …
The Bikram yoga practice is comprised of 26 hatha yoga poses. It is intended to be done in a room that has been heated between 80 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The high temperatures, commonly used during hot yoga, is believed to help loosen muscles and joints so that the body can move more easily and …
We all have times when motivation is lacking. Contemplating the benefits of meditation can often give us the little bit of encouragement we need to get our bum on the cushion. This article looks at five of the most researched, most important benefits of meditation: Table of Contents: Improvements in Concentration | An Overall Decrease in Anxiety …
History | How to Use Prayer Beads | Product Guide Prayer beads, or meditation beads, are common, in some form, to most of the world’s contemplative traditions. Rosary beads are used by Christians. Buddhists and Hindus typically posses what is called a mala (the Sanskrit word for garland). Muslims beads are called misbaha. They are usually …
Meditation should be a joyous, uplifting experience. It should signify a calm space in our life, one where day-to-day turmoils cannot enter. We can heighten this feeling by treating ourselves to some simple accessories: a good meditation cushion, a timer and, perhaps, a well-made meditation shawl. It just goes to make our five or ten …