Archive for 2009
Zen Tales: A Tradition to Learn from..
If we are students of life then every time we hear something new or old, short or long, interesting or mundane we will try and open our ears, hearts and minds to the possibility of expanding ourselves. Read this Zen tale from my teacher and see what you think. Continue reading
The Kalachakra and Losang Samten- Culture, Art & History
Losang returned to Philadelphia with an offering in the spirit of peace, a sand mandala. He worked for a month to complete the Kalachakra mandala. His passion for teaching, creating and translating art, culture, history and tradition are exceptional! Learn something about Tibetan art culture inside! Continue reading
“R U Smarter Than A Monkey ?” – FREE I PHONE APPLICATION
It is widely known that humans lose their ability to grasp and retain information with age, perhaps due to daily stress and information overload. But the good news is that it can be gained back by engaging the part of brain responsible for memory, focus and cognitive skills. The game R U Smarter Than A Monkey might do just that for you. Continue reading
The Five Senses, Part IV: Taste
Learn how your body is able to detect the sense of taste on a cellular level. Think about how each day is more fulfilling when you find you can simply just enjoy your food! Become more aware of the sense of taste to feel more connected to the process of eating and gaining nutrition and enjoyment in your life!
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Transformation- Something to Ponder on Halloween
Transformation is the process of change that can affect your character, nature, appearance,feelings and all aspects of your life. On Halloween Americans dress up and sometimes we move closer to the person we are and sometimes further apart. In yoga, you will always move closer to your true self. Continue reading
Does practicing Yoga bring you closer to Oneness?
We explore the connection between practicing yoga and deepening or establishing a connection to the Higher Power or Source. Through practice yogis know that breathing and meditation can bring you closer to the spirit , the core, the Universal energy we are all made up of and is all around us.
This oneness within can lead to finding the Oneness that exists all around us if we tune in and pay attention. Continue reading
Greenfest 2009, Moving deeper into Sustainable Living
Greenfest Philadelphia is a modern example of a grass roots efforts growing into its own right through people and community who care about the message and the cause reaching more people each year. Totally Zen is proud to have been a part of this festival and its efforts to help spread the word of sustainability and green living. Think before you use it! Continue reading
Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa, Moving from Karma to Dharma
Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa is a Kundalini yoga master. Moving from Karma to Dharma in the Age of Aquarius offered people insight about what this means in a practical way. She also gave yoga practices that will help clear out the old energy and pathways to make way for new energy and intention to become a positive force in the universe! Continue reading
Being Yoga Conference 2009 at the Omega Institute
Being Yoga Conference at the Omega Institute was a welcome adventure this summer. Driving new places, learning new techniques, meeting new people and experiencing a different environment. Yoga immersion is something to prepare for and be aware. The Omega Institute campus is a welcome environment to soak up all that yoga and its teachers can offer you. Continue reading
Awaken Your Brain, an amazing book on the process of Awakening
Awaken your Brain is a new book on the scientific experience of awakening by Dr. Skolnick. Dr. Skolnick is an MD psychiatrist, PhD in Natural Health, with advanced training in Neuropsychology and almost 30 years as a Zen meditation practitioner. Learn his method called Neural Inshifting; it is non-emotional and rational. Learn more about this powerful, effective and useful book! Continue reading
