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Greetings!
It's the month of love! So... just a reminder that it's not only romantic love that brings us pleasure, but the compassion and kindness that we give and receive. Scientists of chaos theory study the "butterfly effect," the idea that a small change at one place in a complex system can have large effects elsewhere. A butterfly flapping its wings in one area of the world could ultimately cause a tornado in another area of the world. Ancient yoga texts of the second century B.C. teach of the infinite possibilities of cause and effect, and that small acts of love and compassion can positively change the world. So kiss your sweetie, hug a friend, and give a big smile to a stranger. You could change ... the world! Namaste,
Janet Hennard, MA, RYT-500, CYT
Bright Path Yoga
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Featured Article
Find out more about Bright Path Yoga's Gentle Yoga class, where we safely add weights to some poses to help build bone density. |
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Study Indicates Yoga May Reverse Bone Loss
A pilot study conducted by Loren Fishman, MD, Medical Director of Manhattan Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in New York City, showed that patients who did yoga for two years had stronger bones than the control group that did not practice yoga. Of the 11 patients practicing yoga, 5 with osteopenia were reclassified as normal, and 2 patients with osteoporosis are now osteopenic. (One caution when reading the study: The illustrated seated forward bends are normally contraindicated for osteoporosis of the spine, as they can lead to compression fractures. Work with a qualified yoga therapist to learn how to safely attain the same benefits.)
In Bright Path Yoga's Gentle Yoga Class, we often use light weights (including soup cans!) to help increase the weight-bearing effects of yoga poses. In this photo, students practice the "baby" tree pose with weights to help increase bone density in the hips and spine.
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Yoga, Sublime Chocolate and Wine!
Join us after class on Thursday, Feb 9, at 7:30 pm, or Monday, Feb 13, at 7:00 pm, for fine chocolates, including unusual handmade chocolates from Sublime Chocolate. Wine and green tea will be served. Or celebrate Valentine's Day on Feb 14 with lunch at the Chocolate Angel in Richardson at 1:15 pm, after the Gentle Yoga class. Please note the Gentle Yoga class moves to 11:30-12:45 on Valentine's Day. Lunch space is limited, so please reserve your place by email as soon as possible and no later than Feb 10. For more information on all class times, locations and descriptions, click here.
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Relieving Chronic Pain with Doses of Meditation
Chronic pain (pain lasting at least 6 months) is common in 31% of the U.S. population, according to the Journal of Pain. Chronic pain was most commonly attributed to lower back pain, followed by osteoarthritis pain. Due to the variable effectiveness of medications for pain and their sometimes intolerable side effects, people with chronic pain often seek treatments such as acupuncture, chiropractic, behavior therapy, biofeedback, massage, yoga and meditation.
A large body of clinical research on using meditation for chronic pain has found dramatic reductions in pain levels, an enhanced ability to cope with pain that may not go away, and decreased use of pain-relieving drugs. Researchers believe that the beneficial effects for those who meditate may come from an ability to turn down the volume on pain signals. Being able to train the mind to become aware of, accept, and manage pain rather than being a passive victim to the pain is a valuable tool, especially to sufferers of chronic pain who have attained minimal relief from traditional medicine. See more on the positive effects of meditation on pain.
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Workshop March 31: Yoga Tools for Chronic Pain
Bright Path Yoga is pleased to present a workshop on using yoga to help manage chronic pain. Dr. Linda Rowe, DC, E-RYT 200, RYT500, a chiropractic physician and devoted student and teacher of yoga, will be a guest presenter and hands-on teacher. She and Janet Hennard, MA, RYT500, CYT, a yoga teacher and yoga therapist, will bring you the latest research on chronic pain, how yoga helps you manage pain, and experiential sessions on body awareness and safely using yoga when you're in pain. Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 31, 10:00 am-3:30 pm. More details and registration information are coming soon.
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About Us
Bright Path Yoga believes that every body is capable of practicing yoga. We believe that yoga is a path that has the power to change who we are from an emotional, spiritual and physical level. For more information about us, our philosophy and classes, please go to www.brightpathyoga.com. We hope to see you at a class soon.
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