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Puritanical Yoga Bull$#@!*
by Braja Sorensen on Dec 26, 2011
I'll be counting my blessings for being part of a process that embraces---sometimes even applauds---the fact that I may not be as good at it as the person standing next to me---be it in the yoga studio or the temple---and I may have tripped, fallen, crashed and burned, and struggled to stay standing....but I'm here. And I'm staying.870 views
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Happiest & Saddest Photos from 2011.
by David Romanelli on Dec 26, 2011
We all know people who have passed on way too soon leaving us wondering if we'll be around another 50 years or 50 seconds. This is not to say live scared, but LIVE FULLY, STOP WORRYING SO MUCH, ENJOY EACH DAY.1,018 views
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The Fulfillment of Hope.
by Melissa Smith on Dec 26, 2011
And as the rain poured down on and made gentle patterning noises on the roof, I continued to read: "New water pours over us, as we surrender to the wave. We will wash ourselves clean of the yesterdays that stick to us. This is not death. We are not drowning." It is the beginning.290 views
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The most meaningful New Year’s resolution: Bodhicitta.
by Michelle Fajkus on Dec 26, 2011
Bodhicitta is the authentic mind and open heart of a Bodhisattva, a peaceful warrior whose "weapons" are compassion, presence, wisdom and equanimity.3,144 views
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Resolutions 2.0
by Kate Bartolotta on Dec 25, 2011
Here's the thing, unless something has radically changed for you recently, you probably aren't going to make any radical changes. Ironic, huh. In fact, it's been said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.1,725 views
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“That wasn’t very Christmasy.” 10 Funny Christmas things.
by Waylon Lewis on Dec 25, 2011
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elephant Readers’ Most-Read Blogs of 2011.
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 25, 2011
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Our Troops who are Coming Home need Support & Love. {Video}
by Waylon Lewis on Dec 25, 2011
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Make a Wish.
by Kate Bartolotta on Dec 24, 2011
I still wish on stars, sometimes. When one is not enough I wish on constellations; I wish on entire galaxies.1,998 views
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Love & Relationships. ~ Chloe Park
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 24, 2011
Deepak Chopra says: Whatever relationships you have attracted in your life at this moment, are precisely the ones you need in your life at this moment. There is a hidden meaning behind all events, and this hidden meaning is serving your own evolution.1,574 views
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A Love Letter to Humanity. ~ Jennifer Bowen
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 24, 2011
Humanity, you do so many things to amaze me. When I spend time with you I cannot believe how beautiful, talented, wise, generous and loving you are. I love what you are capable of. You sing songs, make babies and create art. You dance, you laugh, you cry. You love.1,046 views
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Merry Vipassana! ~ Capri Kurtz
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 24, 2011
In the midst of all that’s happening, taking 10 days off on the winter solstice to do nothing but simply live/live simply, embodying the winter Yin energy feels liberating, natural and wicked scary. But courage! Courage! That's much louder for me than fear.257 views
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A New Year’s Resolution Without Fail: Sankalpa
by Chanti Tacoronte-Perez on Dec 24, 2011
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Ayurvedic Sheets by Vastra: Review. ~ Natalie Johnson
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 24, 2011
Vastra - a wellness clothing company based on Ayurveda - produces sheets that intended to increase your health and help you sleep well.313 views
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Photos: Urban Yoga in High Heels—Really.
by Jim Campbell ~ OmLight Photography on Dec 24, 2011
I find it wonderfully amazing how many evolved, spiritual, strong and committed yoginis are secret (and not so secret) shoe whores. Pardon the French.987 views
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Love the 1%! Actual Transformation in Human Consciousness
by Roger Wolsey on Dec 24, 2011
Love the 1%! "There is no solution until there is 100%." - There is no "they", there is only us.164 views
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The Essence of Being a Firefighter
by Tom Grasso on Dec 24, 2011
"Have you ever Saved a life?" The response is the evolution of nearly 20 years responding to various emergencies of many different types and levels coupled with a growth of spiritual perspective that only experience could bring. Of course I realized that in this one simple response I went from being a fire service "young buck" to an "old timer" or, more honestly, perhaps this response has shown me what my brothers and sisters in the service have seen for years!264 views
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The Masterful Joseph Campbell on Christ, Nature and Eastern Mythology
by Julian Walker on Dec 24, 2011
Bill Moyers: But aren't you undermining one of the great cardinal doctrines of Christian faith of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus prefiguring our own and overcoming the body with a higher physical truth? JC: Well, that would be what I would call a misreading of the symbol, that's reading it in terms of prose rather than poetry...685 views
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Tweeting Under the Influence.
by Kate Bartolotta on Dec 23, 2011
I wouldn't take my trash can around to all my friends' houses and leave a little bit on each of their doorsteps, so why do it online?429 views
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Feeling upside down? This will definitely make you feel better.
by JulieJCPeters on Dec 23, 2011
Ever wondered if stars ever wish on a shooting human? Or what butterflies get in their stomach when they get scared? Poem by Ian Keteku, animation by Indie Venture.461 views
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Your Holiday Survival Guide to Staying Spiritually Centered.
by Karen Talavera on Dec 23, 2011
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Full to the Brim. Holiday Binging.
by Kate Leinweber on Dec 23, 2011
My Mother's butter tart recipe, like none other, is so delicious I cannot stop eating them. I eat them until my head is buzzing, my vision slightly hazed and I feel like i might throw up. Perhaps someone with more control would stop there acknowledging their full signals. But me? Oh no.546 views
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Some Xmas Thoughts on Mythology, Poetry & Meaning. ~ Julian Walker
by Julian Walker on Dec 23, 2011
What if we think of this time of year as being about making friends with the darkness, facing our fears, turning inwards and getting real, as well as about cherishing family and friends? intentionally engaging in generous gift giving of love and honest communication. creating moments of grace together in which the sacredness of the present moment and the preciousness of our limited time together open into gratitude, forgiveness and clarity about the human condition.1,077 views
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The Deepest Healing.
by Wendy Strgar on Dec 23, 2011
Human sexuality is one of the most primary aspects of our nature and the gateway to our deepest psyches. Our erotic self and the sexual needs that it drives are secondary only to our other survival needs of eating, drinking and sleeping. The power that our sexuality exerts in our life is generally misunderstood and shadowed with shame. Worse still, our lack of understanding about who we are erotically often leads to the widely held belief that sexuality is to be feared and can easily slip out of our control.2,523 views
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The Best Yoga Convention You Haven’t Heard About ~ Steven Cahn
by Thaddeus Haas on Dec 23, 2011
Contrary to popular belief, Ashtanga really isn’t the Marine Corps of yoga. Tough, yes. Disciplined, sure. Regimented, true enough. Starts at the crack of dawn, absolutely. Fine, maybe it is a bit like the Marines.635 views
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Childhood Magic—Why does it have to end? ~ Valerie Vendrame
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 23, 2011
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Merry F*cking Christmas. ~ Zoe Schiffer
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 23, 2011
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Goddesses of Creation: an Indescribable Beauty ~ Robert Sturman Photography
by Robert Sturman on Dec 23, 2011
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The True Meaning of the Holidays Cannot be Wrapped in a Box.
by Anna Sheinman on Dec 23, 2011
The most important thing is to make sure that you are acting on your own believe system and not blindly following the mainstream. Take a moment and feel. What does this holiday season really mean to you? Remember, there are many ways to conduct your life, many paths to follow. If you feel the “traditional” holiday experience is dragging you down, you might want to consider creating new and healthy traditions.172 views
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You are Awesome! Yes, you I Said!
by Tobye Hillier on Dec 23, 2011
Now is the time to sit down and think about it. With only a sort time left before 2012, what supercool thing are you going to do that will take our breath away, make us stand and gape in awe, realising the potential of every human being on the planet?821 views
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December 23-26 – Reverb11 – Writing Prompts.
by Michelle Fajkus on Dec 23, 2011
Reverb is a way to reflect on the past year and envision the year to come.46 views
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The Real Body Project: Stepping Up.
by Hannah Siegle on Dec 23, 2011
I've spent several days putting this photo off. My belly just didn't feel right. Anxiety, a stomach ache, happiness, any emotion basically rendered my belly unsuitable for photos. I knew that once I figured out the self-timer on my camera and clicked away I would have to face the pictures. I know I would start to pick myself apart and no matter the feeling that was present when the picture was taken I was sure it would dissipate as soon as I looked.457 views
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Live from Japan Duncan Wong Reflects {Reflections 2011}
by Donna Freeman on Dec 23, 2011
Duncan reflects on 2011 live from Japan during this 30 minute in-depth interview.89 views
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7 Steps to Manifest your Intention ~ Chandresh Bhardwaj
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 23, 2011
Most people misinterpret intention with strong willpower. In reality, intention is far beyond that. A person with strong willpower holds the vigor to accomplish goals, but a person with right intention holds the energy to collaborate with the entire universe on his goals.256 views
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Do You Hear What I Hear?
by Amy Nobles Dolan on Dec 23, 2011
The postures that we move through on our mats are merely signs or trappings. They are the wreaths and the lights of yoga. The message that the signs of yoga are conveying is to love, to cherish, to respect and to honor.183 views
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And He Shoots Elephants, Too.
by Kate Bartolotta on Dec 22, 2011
If the success of your small business depends on you having an innovative online presence, do you want your web host to be someone fighting against censorship and fighting to protect your right to free speech?894 views
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Photos: BFF Yoginis Nichole and Amanda.
by Jim Campbell ~ OmLight Photography on Dec 22, 2011
A great evening in the photo studio with two good friends and yoginis who have a special heart connection.710 views
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Einstein, Hilary Hahn & The Meaning of Life. ~Tom Rapsas
by Tom Rapsas on Dec 22, 2011
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