| The Link between Yoga, Mindfulness, and Weight Loss - Part 1 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| From nutritional and fitness experts in New England, the first question I heard right away was, "How can Yoga burn that many calories?" Soon to be followed by comments from many fitness experts, across the United States, were remarks like, "Most Yoga students don't practice vigorous styles of Yoga." |
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| Yoga Teachers Lead by Example - Part 2 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| It is a shame that proper behavior, respect, and ethics do not make great headlines in the newspapers. Just watch the news, and read the newspaper for a week, to confirm what makes "good copy." It will not take long for you to find a dozen, or dozens, of scandals. |
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| The Truth about Karate for Kids - Part 4 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Karate class gives children an outlet for life's daily stress. Children today have too much stress with unstable family units, bullies, peer pressure, and financial worries. The Karate studio serves as a bridge between academic school and the family unit. Children have a safe place to "vent" their frustrations, when they come into a Karate class. |
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| Yoga Teachers, Prepare for the New Year's Rush - Part 1 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| The doors will fly open on January 2nd with enthusiastic mobs of Yoga students. What can you do to prepare for the busiest stretch of the year? How can you keep their interest all year long? |
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| Yoga Teacher Certification for the Rich and Famous by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| There are cost-effective, and less expensive solutions, to learn to teach Yoga by becoming a certified Yoga instructor, without the cost of an "arm and a leg." |
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| Yoga in Practice: Helping Negative People - Part 2 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| No wonder the divorce rates are so high in some cultures. It is because no one wants to give, forgive, or try to understand anyone including their wife, husband, or family members. |
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| Yoga in Practice: Helping Negative People - Part 3 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Remember the saying, "Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today. Teach a man to fish; and you have fed him for a lifetime." You can always give away material, but what is more valuable than knowledge and acquired skills? |
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| Tired of SEO Theories and Algorithms: Try Blogging by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| For a small business, with a website and commercial Blog, you should be able to establish your natural search engine rankings. Sometimes, these are called "organic rankings" and you don't have to pay a penny for them. It may take a few months or more to establish yourself, and you should make regular posts. |
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| Yoga is Self Improvement by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| There are many different types of Yoga, but all of them contribute to mankind's self-improvement. So, mankind has been a work in progress for thousands of years and has organized systems to constantly improve. |
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| Yoga in Practice: Projecting Happiness by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| We are all human, living life with its many "ups and downs," but how can we keep our spirits up in difficult times? Projecting happiness is free and does not require a lot of money. Here are some ideas that will help you to be happier, and hopefully, more worry free. |
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| The Day the Music Died - 911 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| The rest of the world is puzzled by this sudden "about face" in the care for human rights. The terrorists and our former allies should get a copy of an American history book. We haven't forgotten 911, and we are not "sheep." Part of our culture is warm and loving, while another part of our culture is decisive, bold, militaristic, and wants immediate retribution. |
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| Yoga Teachers, Prepare for the New Year's Rush - Part 3 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| This is the last article of this series, and by now, you should be getting some fresh ideas that will help you design a couple of new Yoga classes in your studio. |
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| Yoga in Practice: Turning Arguments into Treasure by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Ever wish you could take harsh words back? Do you wonder how you could have prevented an impending conflict? How could an argument turn out to be a hidden treasure? |
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| Yoga in Practice: Helping Negative People - Part 1 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Do you know someone with a perennial dark cloud over his or her head? You're thinking: "I want to avoid negative people, not waste my time helping them out." What if this person is a family member, or loved one, who has turned bitter for some reason? You care deeply for this person and want to help. |
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| The Truth about Karate for Kids - Part 5 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Having manners, showing courtesy, and displaying mutual respect are part of every Karate class. It is nice that we have become "technically advanced," but we do not have to leave tradition behind. As children grow, the child who displays manners, courtesy, and respect will succeed in life. |
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| The Gun Lobby is a Role Model? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| If you are sick and tired of foolish lawsuits, the gun lobby, Pentagon, and the National Rifle Association, have finally demonstrated how to stop them in their tracks. You need friends in high places, a highly skilled lobby, and a letter from the Pentagon will be a big help too! |
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| The Link between Yoga, Mindfulness, and Weight Loss - Part 2 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Your inner self or self is sometimes called "atman" or "jiva." This is the "creature" imprisoned within all of us. We all enjoy eating and want to savor every earthly pleasure to its fullest, but mindfulness makes us aware of much more than consumption of food and earthly pleasures. Therefore, mindfulness can be a natural dieting tool at mealtime. |
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| Making Your New Year's Fitness Resolution a Reality - Part 2 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Your resolution should be as detailed as possible. Clearly define your resolution with realistic time frames and deadlines. |
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| Yoga in Practice: Excuses for Lack of Practice by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| At one time, or another, we all think, "Why am I here?" Sometimes we think, "Why do I even bother?" Thinking about giving up is a temptation for all of humankind, but we continue to pursue our goals just like our ancestors did. |
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| What Do You Really Want from Yoga? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Are you looking for a healthy mindset, fitness, spiritual guidance, holistic health, self-improvement, success, or just more oxygen? Yoga can deliver all of these, but I doubt you find all of this "under one roof." The reason is that there are many kinds of Yoga, and some ashrams, or Yoga schools, will address some of the above-mentioned needs as priorities. |
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| The Truth about Karate for Kids - Part 2 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| This section covers two extremely valuable life skills that many adults pay a "king's ransom" to attain. Adults pay a life coach, business coach, or read plenty of self-improvement books, to gain this knowledge and develop these life skills. However, within a Karate class, children can be molded toward a lifetime of achievement. |
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| Yoga in Practice: Living in the Present Moment by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When one of us decides to pursue the study of Yoga, we find ourselves living and learning Yoga every day. On or off the mat, Yoga students can apply their practice to the many lessons life has to offer. The result of all this learning, and applying Yogic principles to life, is a major leap in self-improvement. |
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| Your First Chair Yoga Class in a Senior Center by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Chair Yoga has become more popular in senior centers, but can also be found in nursing homes, physical rehabilitation units, adult day care centers, and some Yoga studios. However, the vast majority of us will attend a Chair Yoga class in a senior center. |
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| Facts about Success Programs for Kids - Part 3 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| A child's development cannot be put on hold. He or she will learn something new every day, and you want to make sure the information learned is structural and positive. You can take control of your child's destiny when you understand that everything is an influence. |
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| Facts about Martial Arts for Kids - Part 4 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| As a parent, you want your child to get the optimum martial arts experience every time they train. This can only happen if the martial arts school establishes clear guidelines for conduct and if all the children participating are "team players." |
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