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Yoga: What You Need To Know

What is yoga and how does it work? Yoga is an ancient and complex practice, rooted in Indian philosophy. It began as a spiritual practice but has become popular as a way of promoting physical and mental well-being. Although classical yoga also includes other elements, yoga as practiced in the United States typically emphasizes physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation (dyana).  There are many different yoga styles, ranging from gentle practices to physically demanding ones. Differences in the types of yoga used in research studies may affect study results. This makes it challenging to evaluate research on the health effects of yoga. Yoga and two practices of Chinese origin—tai chi and qi gong—are sometimes called “meditative movement” practices. All three practices include both meditative elements and physical ones. What are the health benefits of yoga? Research suggests that yoga may: Help improve general wellness by relieving stress, supporting ...

Experience is Better than Knowledge

  The debate between book learning versus experience has been an age old debate. While there is still no clear ‘right’ answer, there is overwhelming evidence that experience gives us very vital skills that book learning cannot. It is a debate as old as higher education itself: What is your greatest ally when it comes to getting grounded in work, business or life itself? Do certification and accreditation guarantee a persons skill and competency, or does hands-on experience count for more? And beyond securing a job or becoming established in a chose vocation, will it be experience or further education that serves you better in terms of remaining employed, developing in your career, and making a healthy living for decades to come? Confucius once wisely said; “By three methods we may learn: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.” Here are four very good reasons why experience might be your greate...