Stress Reduction

How to Deal with Disturbing News – A Message for Our Times from Deepak Chopra

Positive Psychology

Almost every day we are exposed to disturbing headlines. Many of the stories are gratuitous in nature – more gossip than “news.” But in our post 9-11 world there are truly disturbing current events that can deeply impact our sense of inner peace and well being.

I happened to see Dr. Deepak Chopra today on MSNBC addressing the terrible shooting in Tucson, Arizona that resulted in a catastrophic injury to Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Gifford and the deaths of 6 innocent people. I’d like to give you a link to the video of Dr. Chopra’s remarks but there doesn’t seem to be one available. Instead I’ll summarize and expand on what he said:

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30 Days of Yoga! Pay what you can…

Mind Body Connection

Yoga: it’s one of the best things you can do for your body and mind. “Yoga” is Sanskrit for yoke or union. Union of body, mind, and spirit. This ancient practice brings inner peace and huge health benefits. Research affirms what the sages of old have always known; yoga is good for your heart, your mind and your soul. It cultivates strength and flexibility as well as patience and grace.

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Does Your Mind Need to Go on an Information Diet?

Consciousness

“Consciousness consists of information no more than a person who consumes large amounts of food can be said to consist of food.” ~ Tor Norrestranders, The User Illusion.
Norrestranders adds, “Consciousness is nourished by information the same way the body is nourished by food.” However we all know that too much food, especially junk food, is not nourishing but harmful.

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