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What are the Yoga Sutras?
Dec 08, 2011
If you want the definitive answer to the question, "what is yoga?" you’ll find it in the Yoga Sutras. The Yoga Sutras, thought to be written around 1,700 years ago, contain 195 short, concise sutras, or aphorisms, in which the wisdom of yoga is conveyed.What to Expect at Your First Yoga Class
Dec 07, 2011
So you’ve been hearing about how good yoga is and have finally decided to take the plunge and go to a class to find out for yourself. But what should you expect? Will you be the only one in the class unable to touch your toes? It’s always daunting...Have Your Own Hot Stone Massage: How-to Tips
Dec 06, 2011
You don't have to miss out. You can try one of the world's great pleasures, even though maybe you think you can't afford it just now, or there's not a therapist handy. Hot stone massage is possible at home, or anywhere you choose. It's not really a...Post Surgery Massage
Dec 06, 2011
If you are having a surgery, it is normal to feel anxious and worried about the procedure itself, the pain that you might feel afterward, and the scarring that may occur. While there are some great conventional therapies that can help you with all of...An Introduction to Kahuna Massage
Dec 05, 2011
Don't say you simply can't relax, until you try a Kahuna massage. You'll be a bad case indeed to withstand the soporific effects of this treatment. What is Kahuna Massage? Though having its origins around Polynesia, Hawaii is usually thought of as...How Counselling Can Improve Wellbeing
Nov 29, 2011
Counselling not only provides emotional support in times of trouble it can also help improve your physical health and wellbeing. It does this because a healthy mind contributes to a healthy body. Mind and Body Working Together Since Sigmund Freud's...What is the Paleo Diet?
Nov 25, 2011
What is the latest diet craze? From Hollywood to home, from magazine rack to bookshelf, there seems to be a never ending tale of the ‘World's Greatest Diet'. Which one, if any, provides us with optimal health whilst at the same time, supporting our...What is Acupressure?
Nov 25, 2011
A treatment that’s ancient, effective and painless? "Too good to be true" you say. But with such a long history, maybe it’s worth taking a closer look. For thousands of years, people have sought to change the flow of energy through the body’s...What is Liver Detoxification?
Nov 24, 2011
Detoxification excites the party animal in all of us and taps into our buy now, play later concept of health and wellness. For thousands of years humans have fasted, hosed out, sucked down and thrown up all sorts of substances to assist their body’s...The Cleansing Practices of Yoga
Nov 21, 2011
Yoga is often understood to be a system of physical poses to keep the body fit and flexible and to help the mind to be calm and relaxed. Traditional hatha yoga is also designed to purify and cleanse the body and mind. The poses or asanas do this, but...A Person-Centered Approach to Counselling and Psychotherapy
Nov 18, 2011
People turn to mental health experts because they want to better understand an issue or situation better. At some level they may know what it is the trouble is, but they just can't put it into words. The person-centred approach to counselling and psychotherapy...When Beauty is More Than Skin Deep
Nov 17, 2011
There is a moment in each of our lives when our skin is perfect: you look in the mirror and see dewy, moist skin that has no spots, wrinkles, dark circles or dry patches. There is nothing visible that even hints at wild nights out drowning your sorrows...Glycemic Index vs. Glycemic Load
Nov 15, 2011
The glycemic index has been used very successfully by many individuals for weight loss and regulating blood sugar levels over the past few years but should you be considering the glycemic index or the glycemic load? The Glycemic Index (GI) Whenever...Why Should We Exercise?
Nov 14, 2011
Why are we so resistant? You’re bound to hear a collective groan when there’s any mention of exercise. Funny really, when most people tell you they feel fantastic if they exercise regularly. What is Exercise? Rows of sweaty bodies, running endlessly...Is Yoga Cardio Exercise?
Nov 11, 2011
Cardio exercise is a vital part of maintaining a healthy weight and a healthy heart, but can a yoga practice be enough to set your heart racing? It’s a contentious issue. What is Cardio Exercise? Cardio, or cardio-vascular exercise, is any exercise...Why Meditate?
Nov 11, 2011
Meditation often sounds mysterious and esoteric, or just plain difficult – is it really possible to stop your thoughts? But there are sound physiological and psychological benefits to a regular meditation practice. What is Meditation? We live in a...Great Communication for Relationships
Nov 09, 2011
Communication can set the tone and feel of a relationship. Spend a moment thinking about these areas of communication in your relationship: Body language, how you share affectionate touch with your partner. Eye contact, how you look into your partner’s...Different Types of Kinesiology
Nov 07, 2011
Kinesiology literally means, "the study of movement". Its modern origins can be traced back to Harvard professor Dr. Robert W. Lovett, who devised a system of "gravity tests" to trace spinal nerve damage. The muscle strength grading system Dr. Lovett...Existential Counselling: Is it for you?
Nov 07, 2011
We exist, we change, we encounter difficulties, and we have to choose how we are going to navigate those difficulties. These are the underlying premises of existential counselling, a form of counselling that helps people to find meaning in a particular...What is Bodywork?
Nov 04, 2011
Bodywork is a unique and holistic approach to treating pain caused by an array of health conditions. It involves manipulation techniques for eliminating muscle tension, increasing range of motion and realigning the entire body so that it can move without...
