Everyone agrees that Yoga has become more mainstream in the United States today. With Yoga in the limelight, however, there is increasing...
Recent studies show that, in some cases, meditation may be a good alternative. When scientists at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Ontario explored the use of MBCT, or mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, as a replacement for prescription drugs, they found it helped participants regulate emotions; recognize triggers and signs of relapse; and balance their lifestyles and moods.
While each of us is born with certain personality traits, we can learn from Yoga and meditation to be more resilient by embracing new opportunities, being open to challenges, and learning from our mistakes.
Teaching Yoga requires a certain level of commitment, both to yourself and the students who are learning from you. Just as life is always...