The Science Behind Cabin Fever & Its Spiritual Solutions
Worldwide, as we retreat to our homes and apartments to prevent the quick spread of Covid-19, many of us are experiencing cabin fever to...
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Navigating Inner Worlds: How Good is Your Interoception?
Interoception is the root of our feelings and emotional reactions, urges and drives. In this insightful article, explore the links between mental health and...
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Tips for Pain-free Meditation Sitting Positions
Back pain and other discomfort-causing sensations are common during meditation mostly because cross-legged meditation requires great strength to maintain perfect posture. When people don’t...
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The Meaning of Namaste in Yoga and Should We Say Namaste?
Both namaste and lycra yoga pants have become so inseparable from asana practice that “namaste” is now printed on the yoga pants themselves in...
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The Meaning of Savasana: The Importance of Corpse Pose in Yoga
Explore the deeper meaning of savasana in asana practice, the reason why you move into the fetal position before returning from your mat as...
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The Benefits of Yin Yoga for Body, Mind, and Soul
While the Instagram yogis of the world might have you believe that asana, the physical practice of yoga, is all strong warrior stances and...
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A New Intervention: Mindfulness-Based Trauma Recovery For Refugees
Thanks to Dr Amit Bernstein and his team at the Observing Minds Lab, a powerful new intervention could be the secret to helping refugees...
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Understanding Muscle Tension: Causes and Relaxation Techniques
It’s an understatement to say that Western science and philosophy is dominated by the intellect. We praise logic and technological intelligence, trust rationality and...
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Holistic Strategies To Improve Your Mental Wellbeing
Moving into the new year, many people take the time to define resolutions. Some might want to exercise, others might want to eat healthier,...
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Mindful Listening To Improve Relationships
Although it may sometimes seem like an easy feat, having a conversation can be an immense amount of work for your brain! The many...
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