Here's another segment from the Y Yoga movie. I'm pretty sure that Diamond Dallas Page was a professional wrestler and now it looks like he's changed his focus a bit. Talk about a no nonsense yoga instructor. I was pleasantly surprised with his earnestness in giving the soldiers in Iraq a gift that will help them better face the challenges they are up against. I really quite liked this clip. It sounds like the full-length feature film will debut in December of this year or February of … [Read more...] about Weekend Yoga Video: Soldiers Learn Yoga
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Enlightened Exercise
Men cannot see their reflection in running water, but only in still water. --Chuang Tzu, philosopher (c. 4th century BCE) It seems like those who are really into yoga sometimes think that a yoga practice must be done at the exclusion of all other physical exercise. While it's true that there are only so many hours in the day into which a person can cram a yoga routine around work, family, social life, eating, etc., I've found that a balance of yoga and other physical exercise seems to … [Read more...] about Enlightened Exercise
Weekend Yoga Video: Y Yoga Movie
Found this clip over at Elsie's Yoga Kula, where by the way you can find weekly yoga class podcasts to practice with. Elsie's website also has pictures of the asanas corresponding with her great instruction. So head on over there and take a class or two. Enjoy! Related articles Gentle Flow Yoga with Kathryn Budig (dailycupofyoga.com) (Nearly) Everyone Loves Random Acts of Airport Yoga (dailycupofyoga.com) … [Read more...] about Weekend Yoga Video: Y Yoga Movie
Don’t forget to breathe!
So, here's the deal. You're probably sitting there in front of your computer, surfing from site to site, picking up all sorts of good information on how to live a more happy and fulfilling life and stuffing your mind with great ideas, most of which were thought up by pretty regular people. Isn't it fantastic how much we can learn from each other these days? The main problem with all of this web surfing and information gathering is that most of us sit there at the computer with perfectly … [Read more...] about Don’t forget to breathe!
Interview with Krishna Das
I just ran across an audio interview with Krishna Das done a few months ago by CBC Radio. I enjoy listening to his music and thought I'd share. To listen to some of Krishna Das' music, check out the Box.net music folder in the right column. Or instead, if you want to listen to the entire Pilgrim Heart album, click here. Here's the introduction to the interview: The Devotional Chant of Krishna Das When he was growing up on Long Island, his name was Jeffrey Kagel. A trip to India and a … [Read more...] about Interview with Krishna Das
Meditate at Daily Zen
If your life is anything like mine, you know that some days just Suck and you really need a quiet place to collect thoughts and catch your breath. If you're looking for a nice place to visit on the web (not that it isn't nice to get away from the danged computer sometimes) when you feel like you need a break or some insightful inspiration, then head on over to Daily Zen. While there are some great Zen quotes and stories to be found there, my favorite part of Daily Zen is the Meditation Room, … [Read more...] about Meditate at Daily Zen
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