Tag Archives: fight or flight
Touching and personal space
We are social creatures; well, at least to a point. Earlier today, I attended a yoga class at a town I am visiting. The instructor welcomed me warmly. At some point, I became aware that she was touching me, albeit … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Mind-Body, Relationships, Society
Tagged discomfort, fight or flight, instinct, invade, personal space, social conditioning, touching, warm
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Relaxed does not mean weak
Heard at Tai Chi practice this morning: relaxed is not weak. It occurred to me that this is a common misperception, not only in Tai Chi practice but also generally in life. I occasionally find myself faced with a stressful … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Mind-Body, Yoga and Tai Chi
Tagged awareness, fight or flight, flexible, lose temper, practice, relaxed, set of mind, Stress, strong, tai chi, weak
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The honest truth
What is the first thought that crosses your mind when seeing this photo? (Before continuing to read, please do take a moment and note that first serious thought) … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Society, Spirit
Tagged acknowledge, compassion, fears, fight or flight, homeless, honesty, kindness, righteousness, society
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