Tag: Practice
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Ten easy steps to happier living
We’re constantly bombarded with messages about what makes for a good life. Advertisers tell us it comes from owning and consuming their products. The media associate it with wealth, beauty or fame. And politicians claim that nothing matters more than growing the economy. But do any of these things really bring lasting happiness? For thousands […]
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Mindfulness tips to cope with a modern emotion trigger: Social Media
We’re all self-critical—here’s how to become aware of the emotions we’re courting on these new interactive platforms Our need to be social can backfire on social media, when we accidentally activate the comparing mind, which is a source of much unhappiness. Of course, this can happen offline, too. But the toll looms larger online, with […]
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Yoga: a discipline your heart will thank
Not a fan of running or bike-riding? Yoga may be as good for your cardiovascular system as aerobic exercises. According to a new study in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology suggested Yoga may be as beneficial as more traditional physical activities such as walking or biking in reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease. Investigators […]
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Yoga Reduces Arthritis Pain by 20%
A little down dog reduces discomfort, increases energy and boosts your mood. If you’re one of the millions of mid-lifers who avoids yoga because of aching, and creaky joints, feel free to grab your mat now. A new study from John Hopkins University reports that yoga improves arthritis symptoms by 20 percent. The trial included […]