In today’s fast-paced world it is so easy to get distracted by competition, stress, and goals. While mindfulness has been around for ages, it is now the hot trend that helps busy professionals, parents, and students better navigate life by being present and aware of where we are and what we’re doing.
Each Zodiac sign has another sign opposite of it and these two signs represent one axis. You could liken it to an axle that has two wheels attached at each end. Each wheel represents an opposite end of a polarity of the axis. This is a proper metaphor in astrology for understanding the psychology, paradigm, and circumstances that are indicated by the two opposing signs of an axis.
Scarcity. This energy packed frequency of limited potential is a dense membrane that surrounds the human energetic field and closes off your ability to tap into the ever-flowing creative energy of Source which is the treasure box of abundance.
Since ancient times, labyrinths have been used for prayer and meditation. They have been carved into stones and built into floors and the grounds of sacred spaces. They have been found all over the world, in diverse geographic areas, and by people with vastly different religious beliefs.
So many find themselves experiencing anxiety these days as the world seems to “fall apart” and leave one wondering what is real and what is transient.
We have come to understand that yoga is present in every living, breathing moment. It is a body of knowledge, a practice, and a way of life. It dwells in many aspects of our daily existence—how we see the world, the words we use, the ways we relate, the choices we make, and ultimately how we move and act to shape our experience. Its presence is subtle and permeating. As we begin to understand the greater framework of yoga, we can look to the Yamas and Niyamas.
In a world where stress is all around us, it’s hard to find time for things like mindfulness and meditation. Our daily lives are chaotic and uncertain, so trying to set aside time for things like these seems nigh impossible.
Even if your world is chaotic and stressful, you can still integrate mindfulness into your daily office job. Instead of trying to force it into your routine, find out how you can seamlessly integrate mindfulness into your day.
Understanding the Meaning & Purpose of Mindfulness
There are 5 Elements in Chinese Medicine: Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Metal. These Elements follow the seasons of the year, the time of day, the life cycle, and the creative process of life. The 5 Element system is a system of checks and balances. It is based on the idea that all things in nature will eventually balance themselves. For example, the season of Summer will eventually yield to Fall, the longer days will turn into longer nights, and the excitement of new ideas will eventually turn into precious personal wisdom.
I started to notice a phenomenon a couple years ago. I’ve dubbed it the “often occupied” human. This human is waiting at the doctor’s office, in line at the post office, waiting for food to be served at a restaurant, walking down the street, sitting in the park…one thing that clearly characterizes the “often occupied” human is the technological device. Perhaps you’ve seen this phenomenon as well.
I am often asked, “What is self-care acupressure?” because I teach workshops about yoga and acupressure. I have found many people have heard of acupressure, but are not sure of the meaning of this healing modality. I am often asked, “Is acupressure and acupuncture the same thing?” The answer is that they are similar modalities. Both acupressure and acupuncture are based on the meridian system of Chinese Medicine.