I shall come, not as one who has escaped pain, but as one who has glorified it. ~Muriel Strode (1875–1964), "Songs of Longing: XXII," At the Roots of Grasses, 1923
Category: Mind Body
Mind-Body is a term for the interconnectedness and reciprocal influence between mental/emotional states and physical health, encompassing the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can impact our physical well-being and vice versa.
A ‘little workout’ is a good thing . . . .
An abbreviated workout can be a temporary replacement for a full workout when time is short. Time constraints, commonplace in modern society, can and do interrupt workout consistency. Through recurring episodes of interruption, waning exercise consistency may begin, and become justifiable, due to intermittent time shortages. Attained physical gains can be maintained and can increase by committing to consistent(ly) exercising. Lack of time can be the impetus for devising concise exercise routines that can be utilized when needed
Expressions Sep 2024
"Love. That was what she had that IT did not have." - Meg / A Wrinkle in Time
Expressions Sep 2024
The earth is sliced into furrows that seeds may burst with life; even thus with our wounds. ~Henry Stanley Haskins, "The Eternal Balance," Meditations in Wall Street, 1940
Facets of Wellbeing . . .
The human form draws energy from both internal and external sources, supporting bodily health and spiritual pursuits. Physical and spiritual unity empowers individuals to navigate life's journey with purpose and wellness.
Personal Pranayama Practice
Pranayama, a breath control practice, enhances energy, focus, and lung capacity. Traditionally, it's practiced lying, standing, or sitting, but walking variations which promote sense withdrawal and concentration are advanced. This method requires a calm, established traditional practice.
Greed or Please sir, I want MORE
Greed – Excessive desire for getting or having; esp. wealth; desire for more than one needs or deserves; avarice, cupidity. Aparigraha is a Sanskrit word that is often translated as "non-attachment," "non-greed," or "non-possessiveness". The word is made up of three parts: A: The prefix that negates the word, meaning "non" Graha: Means "to take," "to seize," … Continue reading Greed or Please sir, I want MORE
Spiritual Consciousness (A Personal Perspective)
Developing Spiritual Consciousness is a process of piercing the façade of reality to still 'the Self' within, and expand beyond, the psycho-energetic oneness of ‘all’ existence.
Frequency Sync
The frequency of the earth, approximately 7.83 Hz, influences human brain activity and well-being. Aligning with this frequency promotes relaxation, healing, and stability. Modern technology disrupts this connection, but activities like meditation, grounding, and nature exposure can counterbalance its effects for overall well-being.
Attachment
Attachment, a human experience, can lead to suffering if not released. In Buddhism, attachment, called upādāna, leads to suffering and hinders spiritual growth.
