There is a train of thought in some yoga circles that using props in this pose must adhere to certain strict guidelines. Placing a block between the knees provides a different kinesthetic stimulation to the body.
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.
Creating Separateness . . .
Particularly in developed nations, ‘the individual’ sees themselves in dichotomy, as an existent individual that has not resolved their suppressed, inner conflicts.
Yoga: Practice Consistently . . .
The many benefits of yoga asana practice are not sustainable in the absence of consistent practice.
Spirituality of Health & Fitness
I believe that health and fitness can and must be pursued from a spiritual standpoint.
Give not in to conformity . . . .
Why do we try so hard? What is it that tethers us to the hamster wheel of familiar conformity?
More movement, please!
Movement receives minimal consideration within present day society. The availability of modern convenience is anathematic to engaging in wholesome, healthy movement. Many people regard movement (not necessarily exercise) as the domain of the young. Yet, even in cases of less than optimal health, the design of the body is faciliatory of movement. Lack of movement … Continue reading More movement, please!
Halfway: Balancing the flux
There is only the halfway point. Half Full or Half Empty is a perception, an opinion, a preference.
Turn On, Tune In . . . . . .
There is a history of documented chemical experimentation in the U.S.A. that supports entheogen (a.k.a. psychedelics, drugs) facilitated, mental health remediation
Lockdown . . . in reality . . .
The expansion of human capabilities is stymied within the morass of illusory physical reality.
Water . . . . . yes!!!
Humans are totally disconnected from nature. One need look no further than that ubiquitous, abandoned, half full or full bottle of water.
Ab-Sutra Wellness and Fitness 