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The Blissology Project with Eoin Finn
by Donna Freeman on May 4, 2011
Get to know yogi, surfer, blissologist Eoin Finn as he shares insights on how to achieve bliss in our lives through the Five Big Easys and hammock enlightenment.762 views
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How You Can Be a Yogi Without Doing Yoga. ~ Emily Taggart
by elephantjournal.com on May 4, 2011
Yoga is not a perfect triangle or getting into handstand. Yoga is skill in action...811 views
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How Yoga Is Saving My Back During Pregnancy.
by Sophie Legrand on May 4, 2011
I’ve been meaning to start writing about yoga and pregnancy for a few weeks now, but I couldn’t really make up my mind as to what my ‘angle’ would be. When I threw my back in the middle of last night and I could barely move, I realised how yoga will simply be saving me in many ways during the next five and half months.1,217 views
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September 11; May 2: I remember. ~ Sharon Melesko
by elephantjournal.com on May 4, 2011
I was at my desk at work, when the first plane hit. "Katie. I need to get Katie home."485 views
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Grab Ahold or Let it Ride? What Yoga + Positive Psychology Teach us About Finding Flow
by Lindsey Lewis on May 4, 2011
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TEDxMileHigh 2011: Flavors of a sustainable planet. ~ Ashley Herzberger
by elephantjournal.com on May 4, 2011
It's easy to get caught up in your own little world, especially the Boulder bubble. But making the drive down to Denver for TEDxMileHigh 2011 was worth it.80 views
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If You’re Doing Yoga Indoors, You’re Cheating Yourself. ~ Sarah Stevenson
by elephantjournal.com on May 4, 2011
One sure way to double the benefit of an exercise routine is to bring it to the great outdoors...214 views
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Looking for Meaning? Ask Desmond Tutu, Zainab Salbi, Liz Phair and Get Inspired!
by Diana Mercer on May 4, 2011
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The Principle Cause of Common Fatigue
by Yogi Michael Boyle on May 4, 2011
How many of us lay awake at night with thoughts spinning in our head only to be exhausted throughout the day? How many of us simply feel tired a lot of the time – even if we do sleep “okay” during the night? Find out what to do about it...667 views
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What does a yoga body look like? Part 3 {Adult}
by Chelsea Roff (Yoga Modern) on May 4, 2011
The question that stands before us is this: When our yoga tells us something’s not right in our body-- personal AND collective-- how do we respond?3,542 views
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Why conspiracy theorists love to theorize about conspiracies…
by Ben Ralston on May 4, 2011
It’s not important whether Osama planned 9/11; it’s not important whether he lived in a cave in Bora Bora or a mansion in Pakistan; it’s not important whether he’s alive or dead. It’s not important, compared to the simple question “Am I happy?”986 views
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Buddhism In A Nutshell.
by Benjamin Riggs on May 4, 2011
Be gentle first with yourself—if you wish to be gentle with others.1,092 views
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My Reaction is Better Than Yours: Osama and the Patriotism of Righteousness
by Kristoffer Nelson on May 3, 2011
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Book Review: Markets of New England. ~ Nina Cutter
by elephantjournal.com on May 3, 2011
Markets of New England, a new book by Christine Chitnis, is the ultimate pocket-guide to finding the best local farm stands and artisan events in the Northeast.226 views
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Want More Control Over Life? Try Losing It.~ Nate Klemp, PhD
by elephantjournal.com on May 3, 2011
In the face of the uncertainty, change, and the chaos of life, most of us try our best to stay in control. We ride life like a tourist on a mechanical bull, hoping that if we just hold on tight enough, we won’t get tossed off...213 views
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A Gardener’s Take on the Growth and Maturation of a Yoga Practice.
by Amy Nobles Dolan on May 3, 2011
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“Balance” Is a False Ideal. (How’s It Working for You?)
by Sara Gottfried, MD on May 3, 2011
"Most days, I think balance sucks. It's just one more task on a never-ending to-do list, and sometimes the last item to be considered and one more undone thing to feel guilty about..."729 views
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Mother Earth Can’t Get Pregnant Because We’re on the Pill. ~ Sasha Aronson
by elephantjournal.com on May 3, 2011
Besides preventing pregnancy and clearing up skin, what are the other physiological and (even) environmental effects that come along with using the pill...?2,467 views
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Ramana Maharshi and Rumi On The Human Condition.
by Benjamin Riggs on May 3, 2011
We search for Him here and there, while looking right at Him.733 views
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The sacred sacral chakra: sexuality, sensuality, intimacy, desire, control, emotional expression.
by Michelle Fajkus on May 3, 2011
The Sacral Chakra: sexuality, reproduction, sensuality, intimacy, desire, control, emotional expression.1,076 views
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Does My Inner Goddess Look Fat In These Jeans?
by Jennifer Fields on May 3, 2011
“Why would you hire her? She’s too fat to be a personal trainer”. Apparently when you gain 10 pounds you suddenly go deaf and can’t hear what’s being said about you.2,832 views
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Could The New York Times go out of business? Movie:
by Waylon Lewis on May 2, 2011
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Why it’s wrong to doubt the news about Osama. ~ Harris Mercer
by elephantjournal.com on May 2, 2011
It’s real, it’s historic, and it’s wrong to deny that. Conspiracy theories about 9/11, bin Laden, or his death are incorrect and harmful.1,614 views
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Lara Logan: a brave voice for victims of Sexual Assault. {Warning: heartrending}
by Waylon Lewis on May 2, 2011
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More relevant than we knew: President Obama’s Trump, Meyers’s bin Laden jokes Saturday. ~ Harris Mercer
by elephantjournal.com on May 2, 2011
On Saturday night, as U.S. Navy SEALs prepared to helicopter into Pakistan and attempt to kill the world's most wanted terrorist, the man who had ordered them there had other duties: he was playing comedian.670 views
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The Art of Not Being Lame.
by Bernadette Birney on May 2, 2011
“b!tch–you are captive of your own tempest of twisting thoughts, and emotions, and you don’t even know it! Learn how to calm your sh!t down.” (That's Bernadette Birney's rough translation of the Yoga Sutra.)3,298 views
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Why I voted for the first time in my life at 27 years old.
by Jennifer Young on May 2, 2011
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My Yoga Chat with Russell Simmons. ~ Faith Hunter
by elephantjournal.com on May 2, 2011
It was a divine pleasure to interview fellow yogi and hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons...961 views
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Is the water you’re drinking healthy? ~ James P. McMahon
by elephantjournal.com on May 2, 2011
There’s an authentic debate among wellness professionals about the type of water that is healthiest to drink. A review of your water quality report may override concerns about minerals in your drinking water.785 views
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editor’s letter: Let this historic moment be about Peace on Earth for all, not a Celebration of Revenge.
by Waylon Lewis on May 2, 2011
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Just Be Glad You Have a Head.
by Linda Lewis on May 2, 2011
In the early 70s, Rinpoche found it very curious that his Western students were so quick to try to warm up winter with heaters, electric blankets, etc...361 views
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Support Japan: An Invitation to Karma Yoga. ~ Joanne O.S. Kelly
by elephantjournal.com on May 2, 2011
Project Surya invites you to be a part of an international Karma Yoga event: 108 sun salutations dedicated to the victims of the Japan disasters, May 6th 2011.286 views
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A Zen Translation of The Lord’s Prayer. ~ Andrew Wilson
by elephantjournal.com on May 2, 2011
Our eternal source and Self, timeless, stainless, dwelling always in infinite bliss...3,706 views
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Ego Scissorhands
by Clare Polencheck on May 2, 2011
SRSLY, Edward Scissorhands in the middle of meditating? No idea.340 views
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MLK, Jr.: “Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” {Updated}
by Waylon Lewis on May 2, 2011
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Samadhi Pants Strip 102 – Brad’s Little Meditation Helper part Deux
by Joseph Boquiren on May 2, 2011
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Top 10 Elephant Yoga Blogs of the Week.
by Bob Weisenberg on May 2, 2011
The very best of Elephant Yoga for the past week and the past month. (Join Elephant Yoga on Facebook.)1,569 views
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Let’s Play…2 Tickets To Paradise!
by Joana Smith on May 2, 2011
2 players, one lets off pressure, the other adds water. Follow the buttons to find Peace!226 views
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We Persevere. On 9/11, & Osama’s death. ~ Kate Lacroix
by elephantjournal.com on May 2, 2011
A personal reflection of 9/11, set against today's confirmation of Osama bin Laden's death.304 views
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Three Yoga poses to deal with conflict in wake of Osama killing (navel gazing not one of ‘em).
by Bethany Eanes on May 2, 2011
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Yoga and Your Body: Did Patanjali Really Say That Your Body Is Disgusting?
by Ramesh Bjonnes on May 2, 2011
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