Dedicated to the practice of Yoga, A Moment of Bliss strives to bring you the latest thoughts, ideas, news, and musings about Yoga and the powerful influence this beautiful ancient practice can have on every aspect of your life.
Seeing the good in others is not always easy. This world gives us a lot of negative things to focus on but through the practice of yoga, we learn to cultivate a sense of compassion for ourselves and others, helping us to see that good can come out of situations and inherently people are good, it’s simply a matter of discovering the why of their actions.
Read MoreThe past is the past but for whatever reason, we feel compelled to label it "good or bad" based on our experiences. But truthfully, our past experiences, good and bad, make us who we are today. Focusing too much on negative experiences though can have a significant impact on our present and future. It can lead to chronic negative thought patterns, feelings of anxiety and depression, and even physical health problems. The constant replaying of negative thoughts about the past can lead to self-doubt, self-criticism, and feelings of helplessness and hopelessness
Read MoreOur spines are an incredibly important part of the area of the body that we call, “the back”. Keeping it in tip-top shape throughout our lives is an important responsibility for all of us. Often years of neglect or abuse weaken this area of the body and if over our lifetime, we experience injuries - the cumulative effects can impact our overall health and the quality of our lives.
Read MoreThe practice of Yoga is powerful. Our bodies are challenged, our minds are expanded, and our spirits are lifted as we go ever deeper into the practice. During this season of Thanksgiving, let us pause and with grateful hearts, acknowledge that which is good and right with our families, our careers, our health, and our communities, and the environment. And while we may be experiencing hard times in some or all areas of our lives, let us get on our mats, soften our hearts, and acknowledge that the breath in our bodies, at the very least, is something to be grateful for and celebrated.
Read MoreWinter is seen by some as a time of year to be bored. We witness overcast skies, shades of gray and brown, and feeling like we are too far from the natural world. But by taking a more mindful approach, one can come to appreciate the season, seeing it as a time to reflect, consider and prepare. Through Yoga, we can come to see winter as an opportunity to be – truly be – in the present moment of the season.
Read MoreNature has an incredible sense of knowing and trusting. Just observing the incredible rhythm and cycle of the Earth and its inhabitants, makes me catch my breath at the miracle of it all. It’s such a beautiful thing to witness a gaggle of geese as they make their way south or the budding of trees in the spring as the sap rises to produce another season of leaves designed and destined to offer us shade.
Read MoreI was especially sad when I took a nasty fall the first week of June. When I came down on my leg, I heard a pop, and I knew right away I was in trouble. I headed to the ER for some X-rays and a diagnosis but I knew in my heart I was really hurt. Some of you saw me with my walker, then with my crutches.
Read MoreHeat and cold have the ability to transform our breath and our physical abilities—but using yoga practices we can make sure the transformation is one in alignment with our true self. Extreme heat and cold impact our intuition and wisdom too.
Read MoreLast time we spoke about letting go of habits, relationships, and fear. When you begin to let go, you get excited, unstuck, and begin to release. You begin to open your heart and your mind to possibilities that you may have not thought about before.
Read MoreLetting go … Sounds easy, doesn’t it? Just release your grasp on something or someone, drop away, and move on. Well, we all know it’s not quite as easy as that. Most of us dream of letting go …
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