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Why Yoga Is Worth It!

5/1/2023

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Are you looking for a way to improve your health and wellness? Look no further than yoga! This ancient practice has been around for thousands of years and has been proven to have numerous physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.
One of the most significant benefits of yoga is stress reduction. The practice involves breathing techniques, meditation, and physical postures that can help reduce stress and anxiety levels. In today's fast-paced world, stress is a common problem, and yoga can be a valuable tool for managing it.
In addition to stress reduction, yoga can also help improve your overall physical health. The practice can increase flexibility, strength, and balance, making it easier to move your body in various ways. Regular yoga practice can also improve cardiovascular health, reduce inflammation, and even boost the immune system.
But the benefits of yoga don't stop there. Yoga can also be beneficial for mental health, helping to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Additionally, the practice can improve mindfulness and self-awareness, helping you to better understand your thoughts and emotions. Not only can regular yoga practice provide physical and mental benefits, but it can also be a fun and enjoyable way to spend your time.
When selecting a yoga studio or gym, look for one that offers a variety of classes to suit your needs and skill level. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, there's a class for you. Many studios also offer specialized classes, such as prenatal yoga or restorative yoga, which can be beneficial for specific needs.
Another benefit of cultivating a yoga practice is the community aspect. Practicing yoga with others can provide a sense of connection and belonging, and can be a great way to meet new people with similar interests. Many studios also offer workshops and events that can deepen your practice and enhance your overall wellness. In conclusion, yoga is a powerful tool for improving health and wellness.
From stress reduction to physical fitness to improved mental health, regular yoga practice can provide a multitude of benefits. So, if you're looking for a fun and effective way to improve your health, consider yoga. Your mind and body will thank you!
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5 Ways to Cultivate Beginners Mind

1/13/2022

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Picturewritten by Diana Domingo



1.) Open to Exploration. Allow yourself the enthusiasm to simply try something you have been wanting to try. It doesn’t have to make sense or be your highest goal. JK Rowling started with one word on a page that began the unforgettable magical world of Harry Potter. Even with 15 items on your 2022 New Year’s Resolution list, choose the one that calls to you first and take one small step toward it. Make that call, put on your shoes as if you are going to exercise (even if you don’t), sign up for that art class, or clear out a corner of a room to begin your practice. You can always change your mind.

2.) Allow yourself to be Surprised. Open your mind to the possibility of a new way of being. Upstate musician and guitarist Scott Collins said, “I think of beginnings as improvisation. When I am approaching a new piece of music, I leave expectation out of the way and set up situations where I surprise myself. I start by trying new things. I leave analysis at the door.”

3.) Approach everything you do as a Beginner. Regardless of how experienced or knowledgeable you are, every day is a new beginning. Eating breakfast or putting on your clothes can even be looked at with newness each day.  When we are able to approach life in this way – with the concept “I have something to learn here” or “I don’t really know everything about this,” we gain humility, new insight and fresh perspectives. We are able to enter the realm of our imagination and a new level of consciousness. This is where creativity begins. This is where the world of vision and innovation resides.

4.) Allow yourself to tune into your excitement about something you want. Allow fear and excitement to walk side by side. Don’t try to get rid of your fear prior to starting something. Simply allow yourself to tune-in more to the excitement about your goal versus the fear. They can exist simultaneously and when recognized in this way, fear won’t stop you and excitement will be able to take the lead.

5.) Go back to Step 1 and Begin Again.


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    Diana Domingo

    ~ a Creative Visual and Voice Artist, Yogi and Pathfinder ~

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