Tag Archives: meditation

Learn to Practice Mindfulness

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Janet Muniz

Learn the principles of mindfulness through focused meditations and guided exercises at Maya’s new two-hour workshop on March 23.

Mindfulness is a deliberate way of paying attention to what is occurring within oneself as it is happening. It is the … Read the rest

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Turn Down the Volume

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Janet Muniz

“Sometimes in the stillness, we find things coming up that we didn’t expect. They rise up so they can be released. Whatever appears, it exists in you, and you are presented with it as a question: Do you want to … Read the rest

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Meditate on This

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Janet Muniz

We all meditate as a stress reliever, helping us to relax and get in touch with our source. It can also help with decision making, too.

Ulrich Kirk, PhD is fascinated by mindfulness meditation and its impact on the brain … Read the rest

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What is Meditation?

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Janet Muniz

At the start of so many of our yoga classes at Maya, our teachers ask us to take a moment in meditation –to set an intention for our practice. Then, we act upon it, moving through our poses –circling through … Read the rest

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Practice with Alex Baker this Sunday at Maya

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Janet Muniz

Alex Baker is in the house this Sunday!

Here’s your chance to practice with her at Maya Whole Health.

Alex is leading a YIN yoga workshop, which is appropriate for all levels of practice. YIN yoga is a still and … Read the rest

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Independence Day at Maya

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Janet Muniz

Heads up!

In celebration of Independence Day this July 4 (it’s next Wednesday), all classes and services at Maya Whole Health Studio at Southport are cancelled.

Easy peasey. Sign up for all other yoga and Pilates classes, series and workshops … Read the rest

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The Peaceful Power of Scent

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Janet Muniz

Pink peony, smoky sandalwood, exotic amber. Just a whisper of scent can have a powerful effect on your mood, enhancing psychological as well as physical well-being.

The use of natural oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, leaves, roots or other … Read the rest

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Relax. Revitalize. Retreat.

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Janet Muniz

Yoga retreats …

Los Naranjos  … Shangrila Dharma Center … Kripalu … Ashtanga Yoga Week at Rancho La Puerta … White Yoga Montreal … The Chopra Center San Diego … Yoga Journal Conferences …Omega Institute  … SamasatiCosta Rica-SeaneCorn-Mirval-ShambalaMoutainCenter-BahktiFest-ShivaRae-DoeBay-TheListIsFullAndFantabulous!$@%#*….

My … Read the rest

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The Summer Solstice and Yoga

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Janet Muniz

Today is the Summer Solstice.

Here, the season begins this afternoon at 4:09.

Already … and throughout the day, thousands of yoga enthusiasts are gathering in New York’s Times Square –between 42nd and 47th Streets- to celebrate the longest … Read the rest

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Spotlight on Maya Services: Massage

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Janet Muniz

How can something that feels so good be so good for you?

It’s not just a notion –massage continues to alleviate modern ailments using the ancient therapy of touch.

Wisdom and Research. For centuries, massage has been used for a … Read the rest

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