Habits For A Positive You

In Today's Email:

• Habits For A Better You: Quick tips…

• Zen Story: Discover below…

• Yogapedia: Thread the Needle Pose…

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TODAY'S LEARNING
Habits For A Better You

1. Get plenty of sleep

No matter how much modern society steers us toward less sleep, we know that adequate sleep is a vital trusted source of good health, brain function, and emotional well-being.

Most adults need about 7 or 8 hours of sleep every night. If you find yourself fighting the urge to nap during the day or just generally feel like you’re in a fog, your body may be telling you it needs more rest.

2. Exercise & Yoga

Exercise isn’t just for your body. Regular exercise can help to reduce stress, feelings of anxiety, and symptoms of depression while boosting self-esteem and happiness.

Even a small amount of physical activity can make a difference. You don’t have to train for a triathlon or scale a cliff — unless that’s what makes you happy, of course.

The trick is not to overexert. If you suddenly throw yourself into a strenuous routine, you’ll probably just end up frustrated (and sore).

3. Be Grateful

Simply being grateful can give your mood a big boost, among other benefits. For example, a recent two-part study found that practicing gratitude can have a significant impact on feelings of hope and happiness.

Start each day by acknowledging one thing you’re grateful for. You can do this while you’re brushing your teeth or just waiting for that snoozed alarm to go off.

As you go about your day, try to keep an eye out for pleasant things in your life. They can be big things, such as knowing that someone loves you or getting a well-deserved promotion.

4. Give a compliment

Research shows that performing acts of kindness can help you feel more satisfied.

Giving a sincere compliment is a quick, easy way to brighten someone’s day while giving your own happiness a boost.

Catch the person’s eye and say it with a smile so they know you mean it. You might be surprised by how good it makes you feel.

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ZEN STORY

The master Bankei’s talks were attended not only by Zen students but by persons of all ranks and sects. He never quoted sutras nor indulged in scholastic dissertations. Instead, his words were spoken directly from his heart to the hearts of his listeners.

His large audiences angered a priest of the Nichiren sect because the adherents had left to hear about Zen. The self-centered Nichiren priest came to the temple, determined to debate with Bankei.

“Hey, Zen teacher!” he called out. “Wait a minute. Whoever respects you will obey what you say, but a man like myself does not respect you. Can you make me obey you?”

“Come up beside me and I will show you,” said Bankei.

Proudly the priest pushed his way through the crowd to the teacher.

Bankei smiled. “Come over to my left side.”

The priest obeyed.

“No,” said Bankei, “we may talk better if you are on the right side. Step over here.”

The priest proudly stepped over to the right

“You see,” observed Bankei, “you are obeying me and I think you are a very gentle person. Now sit down and listen.”

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YOGAPEDIA
Thread the Needle Pose (Supta kapotasana)

What is Thread the Needle Pose?

Thread the needle pose, or supta kapotasana in Sanskrit, is a gentle hip opener. It's a great alternative to pigeon pose both for beginners and those with tight hips. Lying on the back, the yogi crosses one ankle over the opposite thigh to form a figure four and gently pulls the bottom leg in toward the chest.

Instructions

• Lie on the back with the knees bent and feet on the floor.

• Cross the right ankle over the left thigh.

• Wrap the hands around the left thigh and interlace the fingers.

• Exhale and slowly draw the left leg in, energetically pressing the right knee away.

• Breathe while holding the pose.

• Exhale and release.

• Change sides.

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