Instagram · Oct 22, 2023
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Ashtanga at Any Age: Inspiration from Alma Thomas and Cognitive Improvement Research
This week, my reflections are deeply anchored by my decade-long journey with a dedicated student, Ron. As our sessions evolved from power-packed vinyasa to the disciplined practice of Mysore, an intriguing question bubbled up: Why do older adults, like Ron, gravitate towards yoga? While the physical transformations are palpable, it’s the cognitive rejuvenation that’s turning heads. Delving into the tales of Alma Thomas, a late-blooming artist, and recent research from the University of Illinois, we uncover yoga’s holistic gift — a dance of physical mastery and cognitive bloom. For every Ron seeking a deeper ‘why’ in their practice, this exploration promises insights into the boundless potential of age and the brain’s synergy with yoga.
Instagram · Sep 9, 2023
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Instagram · Sep 9, 2023
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Instagram · Sep 9, 2023
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Text in image: The amount you worry is more related to how much you fear loss than how likely it is that your worries will come true.
Instagram · Sep 9, 2023
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Instagram · Sep 9, 2023
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Instagram · Sep 9, 2023
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Instagram · Mar 11, 2023
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Text in image: Burning bridges is often clarity seeking behavior.
Instagram · Mar 11, 2023
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Text in image: Control seeking behavior is often autonomy seeking behavior.