Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Why do we practice The Practice?

One of the byproducts of our advanced Western lifestyle is the dramatic increase of information and the sheer volume of stimuli we are exposed to throughout the course of a day. Our nervous systems are bombarded by input that is expressed as fear, anxiety, obesity, stress and disease. Most of us have forgotten how to draw on our natural mechanism for self healing the body.

When we are able to elicit alpha brain waves, supported by certain postures and breathing techniques, we trigger the parasympathetic nervous system to release endorphins, a natural hormone that gives a sense of well being, openness and ease. Once this mechanism is engaged, a feedback loop is created that will continue to support the body’s natural inclination to rest and heal itself.

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