Sunday, November 30, 2008

Be present.

The 'present' is a gift.

It is no secret that dwelling on the past and worrying about the future causes us stress, sadness, guilt, regret and ultimately mild to severe depression. Too often we are stuck on a past event or looking too far into the future. In other words, not being in the 'now'.
When I am teaching yoga, I give many gentle verbal reminders during class to "Be present" to "Be here-now". One easy way to bring yourself into the present moment is to focus on your breathing. Allow yourself to feel the length of your inhalation and the quality of your exhalation. Filling and emptying the lungs completely not only brings the awareness to the breath, it brings you into the moment. Deep breathing is also good for you! Breathing deeply lowers your blood pressure which in turn slows your heart rate making you feel more calm and relaxed.
The idea of being truly present in our lives and liberated from our past and our future can transform our thinking.Can transform...your life. The result? More joy, right now!!
Namaste~Andrea

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Help with your Holiday Shopping!



For those that need a little help shopping for that special "yogi" or "yogini" in your life, visit www.rapunzelgifts.com for some great ideas.

Peace...Om Shanti~Andrea