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Nowhere Else You Need To Be
Before you start walking, take a moment and just breathe. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, your weight balanced evenly between them. Fill your lungs with air, then let it out slowly. And again. You are here, in this moment, and for the next few minutes there’s nowhere else you need to be. This time is for you. Now, let’s get moving.
By Laura Elizabeth5 years ago in Longevity
7 Tips for Better Digestive Health
Surveys show digestive issues afflict nearly three-fourths of the American population. That's a lot of people dealing with gas, constipation, bloating, acid reflux, diarrhea and other issues related to digestion. An upset digestive system can impact life in big ways. Whether your issues are causing you to stay home from work or holding you back from enjoying the activities that you enjoy, know that there are preventative actions you can take to counter these common issues. Here are some tricks you can try to keep your digestive system on track.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Longevity
The Decision to Take Care of the Body is to Rectify a Fundamental Lack in Life
Despite the overwhelming array of weight loss pills and potions, despite the cornucopia of exercise equipment for the home user, and despite the fact that new diets bursts onto the scene every other week, we are still a society that is simply too overweight. I do not cast judgment here. Overhauling one’s mindset, environment, social circle, beliefs, or whatever else has to be altered in order to encourage healthy change comes with intense challenges. Then again, all worthwhile changes seem to follow the same guideline.
By Benny Shlesinger5 years ago in Longevity
Who Are Those People?
I walk for me. ~ To breathe ~ To meditate ~ To escape. ~ Just joking, I walk to get to work, the grocery store, the thrift store, the book store, the library, the coffee shop, the farmers market. Sometimes if I am feeling extra lazy, I walk to the bus stop and take that instead. However, despite how large the burden may seem in the moment, I always feel accomplished, refreshed, and more present when I arrive at my final destination when I walk.
By A Human Experience5 years ago in Longevity
Every breath you take, every step you make.
Thank you for joining this walking meditation. Many people think you should stay still while meditating, but it is not necessarily true. There is no right or wrong way to meditate because meditation is not about reaching the destination. It is a journey finding happiness on every step you take.
By Hajeong Song5 years ago in Longevity
The Walk To Remember
The Purpose of meditation is to empty our mind to make space for the awareness of Now. Studies have shown that 30 minutes of moderate exercise such as walking or running can significantly improve one’s state of mind. The burdens of everyday life can become overwhelming at times, so let’s take a walk today to bring you back to a state of consciousness that will be relieving and relaxing.
By Julia Alfred5 years ago in Longevity
