The Joan Zone

Some of the foundational components of the practice of yoga: awareness of energy, mental focus, philosophical inquiry, self study, are also the foundational components of consciously living a life of expanding consciousness. In other words, to become a more aware,...
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As I continue to try to carve out my new life here in North Carolina, I acknowledge that I am dealing with a lot of 3rd chakra oriented deliberations. I like to describe this chakra as the little sun inside...
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On this particular evening, after an exhilarating zip lining adventure through the cloud bridge canopy, we concluded the day with a mental excursion as I guided the group through a visualization to find our spirit animals. We then feasted on...
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Tonight the electric sky sings with fervor, as I smoke my tobacco prayers. I petition the sacred gate keepers of the medicine wheel for guidance. The lighting creates brief lace like outlines of trees and the clouded night sky. A...
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Become less reactionary, gain mental clarity and focus, be more engaged and present in the moment; these are some of the benefits of meditation. Meditation is touted as being a powerful tool for stress reduction and greater overall inner peace,...
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