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The wisdom of yoga philosophy shines bright in this brilliant book titled The Jewel of Abundance: Finding Prosperity through the Ancient Wisdom of Yoga by Ellen Grace O'Brian. Highlighting lesser known knowledge from Vedic sources such as the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads and Vedas as well as Buddhism, the author provides practical wisdom to create abundance in every aspect of our lives. 

In one sense, this book contains the seeds of a great meditation manual. In another sense, it is an all encompassing manual for living a full life of balance and abundance. The author brings our attention to "ancient Vedic how-to-live teachings for seekers of all ages. One of the most important instructions we find there is what is called purushartha - the four universal goals of human life". 

Millions of people around the world struggle with maintaining a healthy body weight and engage in countless diets and exercise routines only to fall short again and again. Without addressing the root cause of unhealthy habits, many experience the back and forth effect of weight gain and weight loss without being able to maintain an ideal weight.

Clinical nutritionist, holistic practitioner, and author Carly Pollack, dives deep to the source of lasting health in her new book Feed Your Soul: Nutritional Wisdom to Lose Weight Permanently and Live Fulfilled. By illustrating how our mind works and what our body truly needs to be healthy, Carly provides valuable information and tools to provide a shift in perspective resulting in lasting health. When we delve into the core of our beliefs, our inner state, we are able to create a new foundation of understanding that allows each of us to succeed in both inner and outer health.

As we all know, life is not always smooth sailing. While we can't control the waves of life, we can learn how to surf the waves. In Linda Graham's newest book, Resilience: Powerful Practices for Bouncing Back from Disappointment, Difficulty, and Even Disaster, we are offered not only guidance and understanding but over 100 exercises to help us successfully navigate and surf the often turbulent waves of life.

Linda Graham, MFT, is a licensed therapist, author and teacher who integrates neuroscience, mindfulness and relational psychology to bring us valuable tools to build a resilient life. By training us and our brains, Graham states that she can help us learn to "respond skillfully to the most common and the most challenging external stressors."

Modern neuroscience is shedding new light on ability of the brain to grow new neurons and create new neural circuitry throughout our lives. No matter what age, our brains have the capability to rewire old habits, behaviors, and responses to be more resilient and shift perspective to life challenging events.

Colorful yoga designs bring yoga mats to life! We love the art deco influence on an artist-designed magic rug yoga mat. Bewitching colors transform from bold, stand-out reds to deep, flowing purples and blues.

Hop on the Magic Carpet Yoga Mat to explore your yoga practice farther than ever before.

Guest post by Harry Cline

You are never too old to get started in yoga.  And while most of us realize being active throughout life is good for us, science is showing yoga to be especially good for both seniors and their caregivers.  Physical and mental health benefits await those of all ages when involved with a regular yoga program.

Less pain.  One of the wonderful and unexpected health benefits to seniors who participate in yoga is reduced joint pain.  It turns out that yoga helps reduce inflammation due to arthritis and other health conditions.  Yoga can improve the strength and flexibility of joints through targeted poses.

Improved balance. Certain yoga poses can enhance balance, leading to less risk for falls, better focus, and better stability.  

Anxiety is a common experience for many in our modern world. Anxiety disorder is the most common mental illness in the United States affecting 40 million adults each year. Anxiety can range from normal fears and worries to debilitating panic attacks and crippling fear. Inspired by author Corrine Zupko's own terrifying experiences with anxiety disorder for nearly thirty years, From Anxiety to Love: A Radical New Approach for Letting Go of Fear and Finding Lasting Peace offers new wisdom that allows each of us to discover the source of our own anxiety ad heal the problem at the root.

Practicing mindfulness powerfully improves quality of life for both adults and children. Kids who practice mindful activities reap benefits like:

• enhanced focus
• improved mental and physical health
• improved social skills
• reduced impact of bullying
• access to relaxation

Mindfulness is fun for kids when they're playing! Try out these 6 mindfulness activities for kids.

Have you ever wondered how childhood experiences shape our lives and contribute to the person we see everyday in the mirror? Most of us carry fears, prejudices and a way of viewing the world that were programmed into us as children. Usually unbeknownst to us, these experiences shape our perception of the world and those around us. While many of the programs that operate in our subconscious can be positive, there are also programs that are fearful, anxious, impatient and counterproductive to living a fulfilled life. In Ira Israel's newest book, How to Survive Your Childhood Now That You're an Adult: A Path to Authenticity and Awakening, we are led to examine our beliefs, subconscious programs and assumptions that might be preventing us from experiencing the life we truly desire. Through wisdom gained from over thirty years of studying consciousness, the author has identified many tools we can use to alleviate suffering and keep us at the higher end of our happiness spectrum.  

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Grab your copy of How to Survive Your Childhood Now That You're an Adult  here.

Throughout the ages, prophets, artists, musicians, saints and sages have espoused the importance of love above everything else. While it is said to be one of the most important factors in our lives, how often do we examine love in an attempt to understand how it affects us and our world? Cardiologist and professor Armin Zadeh does just this in his newest book The Forgotten Art of Love: What Love Means and Why It Matters.

By outlining the types of love, why we love, and love as an art, Dr. Zadeh lays a foundation for further examination of love in the world and how we can facilitate personal growth, fulfillment, health and happiness by understanding the various aspects and potential that love offers. Through the lens of psychologist Erich Fromm's classic book, The Art of Loving, as well as historical philosophers, biologists, sociologists, economists and historians, a comprehensive analysis of love is detailed for the reader to comprehend the vast multi-faceted nature of love. Dr. Zadeh makes a profound statement for all of us to consider; "While love cannot explain the purpose of all life, it can provide the guidance for purposeful living. With or without the structure of religion, love provides the answers for a happy, fulfilled life." This book is a must read for everyone who values the myriad of relationships each of us has with the world and how we can thrive and grow in those relationships and have a positive impact on the world around us.

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Get your copy of The Forgotten Art of Love today!

Sankalpa - an ancient Sanskrit word - means intention, purpose, commitment. Sankalpa are set before yoga practice, and are connected with while in the flow. Like New Year’s resolutions, sankalpa are about positive change that brings out the best in you for a happier life. However, there is one striking way in which sankalpa are different from New Year’s resolutions.

We’re back with a list of the best restaurants, bars and other food experiences Boulder has to offer.

The farm-to-table restaurants, coffee shops and bars in this list are selected based on local menu and service insights, as well as online reviews and ratings. Impress your foodie friends!