It’s Hot Out There!
TweetHope you’re enjoying a beautiful weekend and staying cool! This is definitely one of the hottest weekends we’ve had in New York this summer. When the temperatures soar like this, it’s important to stay hydrated. Sipping water with lemon or cucumber is a refreshing way to cool off. Be careful too if you go out in the sun—wear your sunscreen! You might also want to make sure not to leave food out for too long in direct light.... Read More
Yoga and Tai Chi in the Park
TweetGreat news for anyone living or working in midtown: On Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer, Bryant Park will be hosting free yoga and tai chi classes! Practicing outside helps soothe the mind, body, and heart—all especially important in the summer season. Check the park’s website for a schedule of classes. To lear more about exercise and traditional Chinese medicine, visit the Five Seasons Healing website. You can also find a list of local... Read More
Natural Sunscreen
TweetHappy Memorial Day! You know what that means—Summer is right around the corner. Hope you have a wonderful long weekend planned. I can’t wait to spend time outside in the sun! While the best way to stay safe and prevent sunburn is to cover and hang out in the shade, sunscreen helps reduce burns and damage from the UV rays. If you’re worried about the chemicals and other harsh ingredients contained in most sunscreens why not try a natural,... Read More
Take a Walk in the Park to Clear the Mind
Tweet We’ve all heard that a walk around the block can help clear the mind and lower stress, but several studies show that a walk in the park actually does a lot more for you than a stroll through an urban area. In a study at the University of Michigan, researchers performed two experiments to test how interactions with both nature and urban environments affect certain mental processes. First, a group of volunteers completed a task designed to challenge... Read More
Meditation in the Park this Weekend!
TweetThis Saturday, May 9th the Chakrasambara Buddhist Center is hosting a Meditation in the Park with Kadam Morten. The event is scheduled from 1-3 pm in Central Park. Kadam Morten will guide participants in a meditation on the clarity of the mind, emphasizing in particular how we incorporate all the sounds of the park into our meditation. The meditation will end with a heartfelt dedication for world peace. The meditation itself is likely to go from... Read More
