Many of us do not drink enough water. One of the most important reason to drink adequate amounts of water is to keep your brain hydrated. Our brain controls everything we do, every system of our body, our thoughts, our feelings, our actions, everything. Without enough water our brain, our body and our entire being cannot function optimally. With a little bit of research you can find simple formulas to calculate how much water your individual body needs or you…
In the spirit of the new year I feel compelled to share my thoughts on new years resolutions and even some thoughts that friends and students have recently shared with me. For the last several years I have not made a new years resolution because so many times I have failed in the past. Another reason I do not make resolutions is my tendency to regularly focus inward and notice those areas in my life that need work and try…
1. Drink Plenty of Water- It is possible to drink too much water. How do you know? When you are thirsty, choose water, and keep it simple. Too little may cause dehydration, headaches and muscle cramps. 2. Breath- Find time in your day to notice your breath. In the shower, at red lights, waiting in line, in times of emotional discomfort or when you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Follow your breath. Inhale (through your nose) into your belly, out…
There are several definitions of honor in the Oxford American dictionary, these are the few I think most apply to what I mean when I say honor yourself. Honor: 1. high respect. 2. adherence to what is right. 3. acknowledge. I mostly use this term in the yoga classes that I teach. I think it is equally important on your sticky mats as it is off your sticky mat in our daily lives. Honoring yourself means, listening to your heart/spirit/higher…
