By Michael Gelb Contemporary science is validating the profound benefits of the ancient Chinese practice of qigong. This practice can teach us how to increase our vitality and creative energy to empower every aspect of our lives. Qigong and various other … [Read more...]
A Pathway in Relationships Through Understanding All Things
By Gary Strauss Our teachers tell us that relationship is the pathway of realization. Our energy pulses organically with nature as if we were trees. Trees and growth in the forest resonate in frequency and correspondence with each other. As in our lives … [Read more...]
How to Improve Memory Decline and Cognitive Function Naturally
By Richard P. Brown, MD and Patricia L. Gerbarg, MD Have you noticed your memory is not quite as reliable as it once was? You’re not alone. Most adults lose 1 to 2 percent of their memory capacity every year. Age-associated memory impairment (AAMI), has no … [Read more...]
Staying Healthy with Taoism – 3 Essential Practices
By Sharon Smith Anti-aging is a big buzzword these days. Everyone wants to know the secret of youth. What can I buy, ingest, or do to stay young and healthy? As a 39-year practitioner of Taoist health and spiritual practices, I am here to tell you that … [Read more...]
In Honor of Women’s History Month: A Conversation with Robin Rose Bennett
To commemorate Women’s History Month, we asked several of our women teachers who was the woman who most influenced them and what is the hope they hold for women of the future. We talked with Robin Rose Bennett, an herbalist, writer, and educator who teaches … [Read more...]
In Honor of Women’s History Month: A Conversation with Stephanie Boucher
To commemorate Women’s History Month, we asked several of our women teachers who was the woman who most influenced them and what is the hope they hold for women of the future. We talked with Stephanie Boucher, certified Clinical Herbalist and owner and head … [Read more...]
The Open Center Supports Diversity and a Multicultural Future
by Ralph White Since its inception in 1984, the Open Center has been committed to a multi-cultural world in which the gifts of all spiritual paths with integrity are honored and celebrated. At this time of rising nationalism and fundamentalism, two of the … [Read more...]
Open Center Interview with Sound and Music Institute Alum Brenda Hung
What led you to discover the Integrative Sound and Music Institute (SMI) program? I had just completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training and was particularly interested in the use of mantras and singing before and after a yoga class. I found that each time … [Read more...]
Self-care for Health Professionals
by Susan Luck & Jan Booth The potential for burnout among health professionals is significant. The consequences can be seen in physical and emotional symptoms of exhaustion, overwhelm, depersonalization, and cynicism. Health statistics show the negative … [Read more...]
Making Fire Cider by Dr. Maya Shetreat-Klein, MD
Dr. Maya will be teaching Healing Your Body from the Gut on Up: How Everything is Connected, a 3 session course starting Wednesday, Oct 26th. Re-posted from Dr, Maya Shetreat-Klein, MD websiteOne of my favorite ways to fight coughs and colds and generally … [Read more...]
