Sitting for long periods makes me feel like crap, and I am not the only one. So what have scientists discovered? What can help? Causes and cures Chronic lower back pain is experienced by millions of people worldwide. It has led to increased disability, psychological problems, and a reduced quality of life. Many jobs require…… Continue reading Research findings on back pain (sitting is not the problem after all).
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It’s all a balancing act (chairs, chats, and facing our fears).
Limbering up with yoga In a chair yoga class recently I was delighted when a person remarked about how regular practice was taking effect. They commented on how “It’s really helping with all that neck and shoulder stuff, it’s more free now”. I knew exactly what the person meant. It feels so good when yoga-inspired…… Continue reading It’s all a balancing act (chairs, chats, and facing our fears).
My January transition. Rest, art, and being happy.
Hello everyone, I hope that you are snug and comfortable reading this. It is a stinging cold, windy Winter here in Ireland, however I am enjoying January. December was not much fun. In fact, some days were so painful that I found them excruciating. A sense of loss caused a tsunami of tears, and that…… Continue reading My January transition. Rest, art, and being happy.
Old magazines, paint, and new ideas.
Yesterday it was warm enough to paint outside! I had a lovely few hours in the garden. The birdsong of the day was pure pleasure to my ears. Ireland has been cold for a few weeks, so after all the recent frost and ice, I relished observing the beauty of the thaw. Jewels of moisture…… Continue reading Old magazines, paint, and new ideas.
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