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Winter: Accept and Respond

Winter: Accept and Respond

A woman sitting down with eyes closed, praying in winter.

A harsh task-master, winter forces us to accept what is and respond appropriately – and also brings refreshing honesty and authenticity.

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Peaceful Mind, Peace on Earth

Peaceful Mind, Peace on Earth

A woman with a peaceful mind, with eyes closed and hands in prayer

The holiday season has messages of Peace on Earth – but how do we create that? It starts with a peaceful mind, and yoga philosophy points the way.

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Creating a Meditation Space

Creating a Meditation Space

If there’s one thing that I do to stay centered and calm in turbulent times, as well as clear out mental clutter, it’s meditation. It’s an important part of sustaining my well-being.

Part of making meditation effective is creating a suitable space for it. If you’re uncomfortable or distracted, it’s going to be more of a struggle to sit still, go inward, and find more quiet in your mental state.

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