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Stress

Stress is basically a disconnection from the earth, a forgetting of the breath. Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency. Nothing is that important. Just lie down. Natalie Goldberg

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Go Sledding

If you’re lucky enough to have seen the season’s first snow, take advantage of it by going sledding. You may associate sledding with childhood snow days, but trust us, it’s just as fun as an adult as it was when … Continue reading

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Harness Energy

Studies have found that exercise may help cancer patients live longer, but during chemotherapy, the mechanics of running escaped me. So, I gave myself a pep talk. “Are you hunched over? Straighten your torso. Hold your head up. Harness energy from … Continue reading

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Change of Pace

Walking may be the most underrated form of exercise. Turns out putting one foot in front of the other carries some serious benefits. And when you want to push yourself, you can get your heart rate up by climbing hills … Continue reading

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Something New

When my yoga studio closed during the lockdown. I had to find a new way to stay active and clear my head, so I decided to try running. At first even three miles seemed daunting – but since I started … Continue reading

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