Hot Yoga for Life

Hot Yoga for Life in Portland is Open: 10 Classes for $10

2010-05-03T11:25:00.000-07:00

Hello Portland Yogis!

Hot Yoga for Life opened for business on Saturday, May 1. We currently have a special for all new students: 10 classes for $10. Yep, $1 per class. Hot Hatha, Power Vinyasa, and Yin classes are available throughout the week. Check out our website for details: http://hotyogaforlife.com/

See you on the mat!
-Kelly

Yoga Proven Effective in Complementary Cancer Care

2010-01-16T11:48:00.000-08:00

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The 21^st Century has brought with it tremendous strides in cancer survival and the efficacy of therapies. Among the more important aspects of this progress is the implementation of integrative oncology as an effective model for cancer treatment. Integrative oncology emphasizes not only the use of traditional cancer treatments, such as surgery, chemotherapy, and surgery, but also complementary, non-curative therapies designed to ease the process of cancer treatment for the patient. These therapies can range from acupuncture to meditation, but have proven more often than not to be effective in assisting patients through the discomforts commonly associated with traditional cancer treatment. One therapy being incorporated into cancer care in recent years is Yoga.

The primary goals of integrative oncology are to achieve effective cancer treatment while maintaining patient comfort and relief of stress. Just as Yoga has been used for hundreds of years as an effective stress release mechanism for many people, so too is it now being utilized by cancer patients.

While further research is ongoing, preliminary studies examining the effects of Yoga among cancer patients and survivors support the efficacy of Yoga within cancer treatment regimens, including the combating of symptoms caused by chemotherapy drugs. Yoga has shown to dramatically reduce sleeplessness, cancer-related distress, nausea, and excessive fatigue.

Some aggressive cancers are difficult to treat with curative therapies. Many patients of malignancies such as mesothelioma choose to incorporate alternative therapies such as Yoga, not to supplant traditional therapies, but to improve quality of life and reduce anxiety associated with terminal disease. Therapies which can reduce stress levels and alleviate symptoms associated with aggressive chemotherapy cocktails and radiation treatments can be extremely beneficial not only to patients but also to family members and loved ones of patients.

This is not to say however, that Yoga and other alternative therapies are appropriate for all patients. Patients of mesothelioma cancer, for instance, should speak with an oncologist from one of the various mesothelioma clinics as well as their regular physician to ensure that they are in good enough health to pursue any therapy which could induce mild stress on the body. However, support for Yoga and other well-being-based therapies is growing among the oncology establishment and many cancer centers are introducing sessions designed for patients and family members. If the ultimate goals of complementary cancer care are to introduce therapies which improve comfort levels and reduce stress experienced by patients and loved ones, Yoga will be at the forefront of integrative oncology now and in the future.

Reference

Bower, Julienne E., Woolery, Alison, Sternlieb, Beth, and Garet, Deborah. “Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors.” Cancer Control 12 (2005): 165-71

By Jack Bleeker

Have an Intentional 2010

2009-12-12T11:16:00.000-08:00

Ready, Set, Intent: Creating a Life Plan for 2010
So many of us take months, even years, to plan vacations and weddings. But often, we take very little time (if any) to plan our lives and how we spend our energy. This is the year to try this fun approach to planning that doesn’t involve resolutions that fall by the wayside in a few weeks.

In this tele-course, you will cultivate clarity around where you are and where you’d like to be this time, next year. You will start by assessing where you are and then set your intention. From that place, next steps become clear. You will create a blueprint of actionable steps that will move you toward what you most want in your life.

Join Nona Jordan as she brings you her unique perspective on creating the life you want in 2010. Her background as a life coach and yogini infuses her outlook as she brings you the best planning strategies she learned working as a CPA and as a training professional for US Embassy Rome. You will walk away from this three-part telecourse with a solid plan, feeling confident that your life in 2010 will be more of what you want and knowing your next steps.

Each 90-minute class will be held by tele-conference, so you can participate from anywhere in the world.

Here’s what you’ll get in each class:

December 28th: Session One- Ready, Set, Intent!
In this session, you will assess where you are right now using five dimensions of centered living, reflect on the past year’s gifts and lessons, and begin to create your theme for the coming year are. Walk away with a clear, actionable plan and calm assurance that you know how to get the job done.

January 4th: Session Two- Stress-free Structure
A key part of creating the life you want to have is having the time to take action. In this session, Nona will share the simplest and best time management strategies that work to support your life plan for 2010 and beyond!

January 11th: Session Three- Create Your Vision Board
In this class, you will create an online vision board that visually represents your intention for 2010. You will learn all about Squidoo – an easy way to create vision boards (and other cool stuff!) You will have a chance to share your board and get feedback and support from others – easy, fun, and a great visual motivator! For this class, you will need to be sitting in front of your computer with a live internet connection to work on-line while we talk.

Dates: Three Mondays~ December 28th, January 4th, January 11th
Time: 2pm EST/11am PST/8pm GMT +1
Investment: $55.00

You will get a recorded session of each class, plus the Ready, Set, Intent! intentional life plan template that you can use year after year, and great new strategies for creating stress-free structures.

Reserve your spot in this fun, compassionate, and effective life planning tele-course today, by clicking on the link below.

Yes! I want clarity on planning my life intentionally in 2010! Sign me up today!