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In the classic best seller, Introduction to Tantra, Lama Yeshe offered a profound and wonderfully clear glimpse into the sophisticated practices of Tibetan Buddhist tantra. This present book, the last major teachings of this great lama, opens up the world of advanced practices for Highest Yoga Tantra initiates in much the same way his earlier work opened up the world of tantra in general. Lama's own realization of the transformative power of these practices comes through, inspiring his students to discover for themselves their own capacity for inexhaustible bliss.

Sometimes illumination occurs spontaneously or, as Ram Dass experienced, in a cosmic moment of the heart opening. More commonly, it happens when we remove the dust from the mirror of our spiritual heart with daily practice—to see beyond the illusion of our transient thoughts and emotions to...

The Sunday Times bestseller ’Are you ready, Max? If anyone’s going to help me do this, it’s you.’ The heart-warming tale of a life-saving friendship. In 2006, a traumatic car accident changed Kerry Irving’s life forever. Suffering from severe neck and back injuries, Kerry was...

News Radio 680 WPTF invites listeners to call-in and ask their health-related questions to Cardiologist and Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Franklin Wefald.

While the practice of Yoga is now being widely embraced by the West in context with health benefits, body flexibility and as a relaxation method, in a world where most of us now have on a material level almost everything we need, the spiritual aspects and questions of quality of life, happiness and well-being are center stage questions now. To be happy is now more valued than material riches, money and prestige which many have but realize that they did not find happiness through them.

Many yoga practitioners explore the benefits of yoga through its poses, but did you know that the magic and mystery of yoga lie within the power of yogic mythology? Myths of the Asanas was the first book to collect and retell the ancient tales of yogic myth to a modern audience, and has since become a beloved resource for yoga practitioners and instructors the world over. This expanded edition contains nine unheard stories about some of the yoga world's most beloved poses.

The Haywire Heart is the first book to examine heart conditions in athletes. Intended for anyone who competes in endurance sports like cycling, triathlon, running races of all distances, and cross-country skiing, The Haywire Heart presents the evidence that going too hard or too long can damage your heart forever. You'll find what to watch out for, what to do about it, and how to protect your heart so you can enjoy the sports you love for years to come.

Vinyasa, or "flow yoga," is traditional yoga, energized with movement and the breath. At studios and workshops across the country, flow yoga classes are in demand—and growing more popular every day. Now with The Heart of Yoga, acclaimed instructor Shiva Rea offers two of her most popular flow...

There are many reasons why it might seem unwise to walk, mostly alone, through the Middle East. That, in part, is exactly why Leon McCarron did it. From Jerusalem, McCarron followed a series of wild hiking trails that trace ancient trading and pilgrimage routes and traverse some of the most contested landscapes in the world. In the West Bank, he met families struggling to lead normal lives amidst political turmoil and had a surreal encounter with the world's oldest and smallest religious sect.

Deepen your practice with this audio journey into the source-language teachings of yoga Yoga practitioners know there’s more to the path than asana, or physical postures—but how do we access the deeper wisdom of yogic philosophy? More than 2,000 years ago, the legendary master Patanjali...

In Deep Listening, Pransky presents her signature Calm Body, Clear Mind, Open Heart program - a 10-step journey of self-exploration that she's taught around the world. It centers on the science of Deep Listening, which allows us to pause and truly hear - often for the first time - what both our bodies and our minds are telling us. It kickstarts our relaxation response, calming muscular tension and setting the whole body up for deep healing, growth, and repair. It's a new frontier in integrative wellness - the new mindfulness.

After taking up running in his forties, Steve Morley became obsessed with the world of marathons and ultra-running. Going from non-runner to serious athlete, running had a profound and powerful effect on his life, health, and mind-set. But when a surprise heart attack struck in his fifties, the fate of Steve’s running hung in the balance. Through determination and perseverance, Steve went on to not only recover but also to leave his heart attack in the dust and achieved a personal best marathon time in his sixties.

“Instead of trying to find time in your day for self-care, yoga-therapist Amendola suggests scheduling your life around your practices, aiming for a stress-free, healing existence. Under her expert guidance, this not only seems enticing but possible.” - Booklist, Starred Review "An excellent...

What is the fully embodied experience of happiness, and is there any way for it to last? Feeling Happy explores what happiness is and offers practical steps toward cultivating happiness as a deep, embodied expression of life and connection to others. The book is filled with examples from everyday life alongside exercises and meditations that unravel the complexity of getting stuck in patterns of thought and behavior that cause suffering.

After many years of exploration, Diana Richardson found that the ancient practice of Tantra, with its unique, intelligent approach to sex, had the effect of enhancing intimacy and deepening love. Here, she has adapted Tantra for modern Western lovers in a practical, sympathetic way. Tantric sex can transform your experience into a more sensual, loving, and fulfilling one. First published in 2003, the best-selling Heart of Tantric Sex has become the standard in its field.

Welcome to Heart to Heart! KCPR and PULSE have partnered to bring you a show about all things related to student health and wellness. Watch out for new episodes every Monday!

Why would a 57-year-old with a genetic heart condition attempt the fastest journey on foot from Cape Town to Cairo? In Running Africa, Keith Boyd tells the story of his epic run, complete with injuries, illness, being taken hostage, getting caught up in a rebel firefight, and having members of his team imprisoned.

A wickedly smart, funny, and irresistibly off-kilter account of an improbable thousand-mile journey on foot into the heart of modern Florida, the state that Russell calls "America Concentrate." In the summer of 2016, Kent Russell--broke, at loose ends, hungry for adventure--set off to walk...

Does arthritis and other physical limitations often leave you feeling defeated? Do you wish for an exercise routine that's not only gentle but also invigorating, helping you improve both mobility and mental clarity? Are you eager to find a fitness practice that adds joy to your golden years, but you're worried about safety and complexity? If any of these resonate with you or a loved one, you're in good company. . All it takes is just ten minutes of your day.

Know Your Risks. Start Your Prevention Plan. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans. You have the power to reduce your risk, and WebMD's Dr. John Whyte, MD will show you just how easy it is to do that. "You have heart disease," are words no one ever wants to hear. But what...