yoga4healthyliving

Work is not always required... there is such a thing as sacred idleness, the cultivation of which is now fearfully neglected.

George McDonald

I love this quote and wanted to share it with you today.  Somehow I feel better calling Idleness 'down time' .  For me, this might be cuddling the cat, chatting with my friends/family, or meditating.  Whatever does it for you.  I see it as a re-charging of your batteries.  Doing something (or nothing) that feels relaxing and effortless.

 

how are you going to enjoy some 'idleness' today?  I would love to hear...

Yogic Breathing

My friend Maurice is 87 years old and has been practising yoga for over 40 years (and never attended a class!) and is still in fine fettle, playing the odd nine holes of golf and driving himself around.  He maintains that yoga has helped him to be in such good health.  We chatted today over a coffee at Leighton Buzzard Golf Club and he reminded me that one of the most important aspects of yoga is using the breath to calm and clear the mind.  Wise words.  Take a look here for ideas on yogic breathing. http://swamibabyboutique.typepad.com/