To the students hanging out in Forward Facing Bend during a yoga class I taught at Life's Journey Yoga & Wellness Center, I read some of Lucas Rockwood's thoughts from his YOGABODY Handbook: "We've all done this posture a million times," I read, "but most people never ... Continued
Archives for July 2011
Healthy Eating Habits and Chinese Food Options
We all try to eat as healthfully as possible, or at least we intend to eat as well as we can. However, even with good intentions, sometimes it can be difficult to know how to make the best food choices. One of the components of Chinese medicine is food therapy, which is ... Continued
How to Break Bad Habits of Choices or Behavior
Another failed relationship. Another poor decision. You feel as though you just can’t win when it comes to picking the “right” person for you. It begins and ends in the same fashion. You are instantly drawn to another, yet that voice within says, “No!” The cycle now ... Continued
Seven Quick Tips for a Healthier Summer Barbeque
Sometimes social situations, especially holidays, can be anxiety provoking if you eat a strict plant-based diet. Thanksgiving and Christmas are centered around social gatherings and food is usually the focus. Turkey and ham are often the centerpieces of the dinner ... Continued
Little Island, Big Ocean: Relaxation Breathing Exercises
As you may have read in a previous article -- A Natural Vitamin D Deficiency Treatment -- I grew up on a gorgeous island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. And I remain in awe of this paradise where I made my entrance into the world. Considering that small dot on the map, ... Continued