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Yoga for Head and Neck Release

Yoga for Head and Neck Release

Head and Neck Release Yoga Sequence This class is perfect for head and neck therapy and release of pain, tension and stress. This is a great practice for all levels - less than 20 minutes of fun with demonstrations and detailed instructions. These type of stretches are very essential for today's hectic rhythm of life. [...]
Four Part Zen Meditation Series

Four Part Zen Meditation Series

Zen Meditation Series In a discussion with students over dinner, Doron offers guidance on Zen meditation. These conversations address the many problems people face. At first, building a personal meditation practice is difficult! Each section offers ideas on finding ways to connect with meditation.   Part One Doron addresses one student's issues with quieting the [...]
Temazcal: Return to the Earth

Temazcal: Return to the Earth

Temazcal: Ancient Tradition and Modern Ceremony   What is a Temazcal? Temazcal is a sauna used since pre-Hispanic times by the Central America indigenous people. They are an ancient tradition in Guatemala. Temazcals are similar to sweat lodges found in shamanistic cultures around the world. Typically constructed of earth, stones, and clay. They are filled [...]
Finding Home in a Mobile World

Finding Home in a Mobile World

Finding "Home" in a Mobile World The holidays are a powerful time to reflect on the idea of home, family and connection. Where in the world do we feel like we belong? Who are the people that we keep coming back to for support and understanding? In our increasingly mobile world, many of us do [...]
Yoga Health Advantages for Seniors and their Caregivers

Yoga Health Advantages for Seniors and their Caregivers

Yoga Health Advantages for Seniors and their Caregivers Firstly, changes that come with aging are challenging. Secondly, the people helping seniors can carry a significant burden. Both the elderly and their caregivers can feel the benefits of yoga in many ways.  Through yoga and meditation, navigating the journey that accompanies aging can be easier. Also, [...]
10 Healthy Yoga Tips for Runners – Beyond Stretching

10 Healthy Yoga Tips for Runners – Beyond Stretching

10 Healthy Yoga Tips for Runners Yoga. This physical, mental, and spiritual practice provides more than just relaxation and meditation techniques. It is one of the best methods to stretch, tone and build lean muscle. More and more athletes are turning to yoga as part of their training regime, including runners. There are a tremendous [...]
My Last Year to Live – An Experiment in Dying

My Last Year to Live – An Experiment in Dying

If you had only one year to live, what would you do? Imagine this was your last year to live. Would you change your work situation? Would you quit? Reduce work hours, change jobs, go to study long-admired skills which you haven’t done until yet because you thought they are not economically viable? Buy yourself [...]