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Dahn Yoga exercises don’t require a mat

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If you're into doing some yoga stretching exercises, chances are you've probably looked into getting some of the usual accoutrements – special shirts, leggings, socks or mats. While it's fine to be interested in such things, it is also important to be aware ahead of time that none of them is necessary.

Mats in particular have no real place in Dahn Yoga exercises. This isn't a reaction to current yoga culture – instead, Dahn Yoga simply pre-dates the use of mats or any other sort of specialty yoga product.

If you use a mat, you may have already noticed that they have certain limitations. For instance, FitSugar recently listed three things that you absolutely can't do with a mat: You can't clean it with soap (which can cling to the plastic), you can't roll it up immediately after a class and you can't loan it to others.

All three of these limitations have to do with sweat, which makes yoga mats unbearably dirty sometimes. Dahn Yoga has the perfect remedy for this: Ditch the mat.

Yoga is best performed on the floor. To avoid getting overheated, you can wear loose, long-sleeved shirts and pants, which cool the body and wick away sweat.

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How to start fresh after getting laid off

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Once you get the notice that you've been laid off from your job, panic may set in. But according to the Boston Globe, there are some practical steps you can take to help you survive the situation.

First, be sure to take advantage of all possible severance benefits, like vacation time reimbursement, your right to keep your health insurance and outplacement assistance. Most companies hate conducting lay offs, so you may be able to leverage that sympathy into a hefty benefits package.

After you log your last day at your job, you'll need to assess your finances and your debt. Cut expenses that are not necessary by scaling back your cable package or eliminating dinners out. If you have a student loan, you may be able to defer those payments while you are unemployed. Try taking a temporary job or contract position to make ends meet.

You should also sign up immediately for unemployment assistance from the government. You can apply over the phone or in person at a state-run career center.

When you are laid off, your files belong to the company. You can, however, take your contact list if you have time, says Time Magazine. These relationships are yours, so feel free to contact them in the future to let them know you have left. Be sure to discuss the situation in a professional manner and don't divulge company secrets. These contacts could result in new job prospects, so be careful not to come across as vindictive.

After the whirlwind of activity surrounding your lay off, be sure to breathe and reboot. Dahn Yoga and other yoga meditation techniques can help you center yourself and refocus before you get back into the job hunt. One of the biggest advantages of the unfortunate situation of a lay off is that you'll finally have a little free time on your hands, so try to use that time to invest in your well-being. 

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County jail looks into benefits of yoga

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Many people use Dahn Yoga in order to cleanse their minds and rejuvenate themselves for whatever is at hand for the day. Yoga is a great system for keeping the mind and body connected, and one correctional facility is hoping to use it to turn inmates' lives around.

The Morris County Jail in Morristown, New Jersey, is implementing a yoga program in an effort to rehabilitate the inmates' minds, according to the Greenfield Reporter. The goal of the classes is to teach inmates a sense of tranquility, and once they leave, these individuals will have positive energy flowing through their veins, discouraging them from returning to jail.

"If we can help people get some skills so they can actually change how they process things … people won't be coming back [to jail] again. That helps society as a whole," Nancy Candea, who works with the inmates, told the news provider.

The Mayo Clinic reports that yoga is a great method for stress relief, which could be why the jail has decided to implement the program.

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Degree program helps in personal development of nurses

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Dahn Yoga teaches individuals the importance of having a healthy mind and body. While practices can help strengthen our inner core, it's crucial that individuals challenge themselves in a variety of ways.

One way that people can enrich their minds is through pursuing higher education. This can even be for people who already have a career but are looking to push their knowledge further. Walden University announced that it will offer an online doctorate of nursing practice (DNP), as the industry's requirements are growing more competitive.

School officials noted the importance of building one's knowledge in the healthcare industry, as regulations are constantly changing.

"Our healthcare system is changing rapidly, and now more than ever, we need expert nurse leaders to advocate for changes in the healthcare system," said Sara Torres, associate dean of Walden's School of Nursing.

The goal is to ensure that all nurses in the field are prepared to provide their patients with the best care possible, as a high knowledge of the industry is crucial for helping those being treated.

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Dahn Yoga Cares for the Earth looks to educate others in protecting the environment

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Education is important for individuals who are looking to achieve a sense of life balance. In an effort to help, Dahn Yoga is offering free classes as part of its "Reach for the Earth!" celebration on Earth Day.

On this holiday, all Dahn Yoga classes will be available to the public at no charge, to educate them on how they can better their community and environment. Not only will these programs help individuals continue to nurture their bodies, but they will also be able to establish a body-and-mind connection that offers an educational experience unlike any other.

In addition to Dahn Yoga community events creating interpersonal connections, they can also help participants educate themselves on to do good things for their environment.

The message of Dahn Yoga is to connect individuals with their world and demonstrate the importance of this self-healing practice. Although it's always important to enrich one's own life, helping the environment allows for all living things to reach full life potential.

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Professional Development Resources looks to help people achieve personal change with environmental understanding

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Many people who practice Dahn Yoga want to increase their life wisdom in order to achieve a full sense of fulfillment. Those who want to improve their surroundings should also take time and study the powers of going green.

As the environmental movement continues to grow, due to more people becoming eco-conscious, there is an increasing need for education programs to help others achieve an understanding of what they can do for their atmosphere.

Professional Development Resources, which provides a number of classes for those who are looking for continuing education (CE), announced that it now offers more than 110 CE classes that are available online.

"If one person takes one course online rather than traveling to a conference, he or she can achieve savings in energy, fuel costs, greenhouse gasses, paper and ink waste associated with printed reading and registration materials, water usage for hotel stays, waste from disposable food service products and landfill disposal of used exhibition hall materials," said Leo Christie, CEO of Professional Development Resources.

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Ashford looks to help students on their path to personal growth

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People who are looking for a greater purpose could turn to Dahn Yoga as a way to relax and learn more about themselves. However, there is also the principle of increasing one's knowledge in an effort to enrich the mind.

Pursuing a higher degree can be a challenge, particularly for those who cannot afford it. Some students want to begin their academic careers in a two-year program before moving to a four-year curriculum and one school is looking to help them pursue this goal.

Ashford University is now partnering up with a number of community colleges across the country to allow students to transfer up to 90 credits toward a bachelor's degree. Some of the schools that are involved include Georgia Military College, Luna Community College in New Mexico, the Lone Star College System and the San Bernardino Valley College in Southern California.

"Ashford University strives to increase educational opportunities for nontraditional learners," said Elizabeth Tice, president of the school. "It's a great compliment to our program that local and community educators are working with us to build articulation agreements that make four-year Ashford degrees an easy progression for their students."

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Engaging in meditation may help people sleep better and lose weight

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Many Americans struggle to get a good night's sleep. Whether they toss and turn all night, or fall asleep only to wake up a few hours later, inadequate rest may negatively affect their performance at work and their personal relationships. The meditative poses and deep breathing of Dahn Yoga may be able to help them drift off a bit easier, as this ancient Korean regimen promotes stress relief and relaxation.

A paper published in the International Journal of Obesity revealed that people who made efforts to reduce their levels of stress were much more likely to sleep well. Additionally, if these individuals also wanted to drop a few pounds, they had a greater chance of succeeding at weight loss.

Researchers from Kaiser Permanente conducted a study among 500 participants, who were asked about their habits and experiences regarding sleep, depression and stress. The team discovered that relaxation promoted weight loss and better sleep.

"This study suggests that when people are trying to lose weight, they should try to get the right amount of sleep and reduce their stress," said lead author Charles Elder. "For some people, mind-body techniques such as meditation might be helpful."

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Time reports inspirational stories from heroic animals

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Hearing and reading about inspirational stories can lead ordinary people to also act virtuously and bravely. Dahn Yoga aims to provide personal change and personal growth to its participants through various books and classes.

However, one of the most inspiring stories recently featured in Time Magazine did not involve a human. Time released its Top 10 Heroic Animals list which included Cher Ami the Pigeon.

Cher Ami – whose named means "Dear Friend" in French – was a messenger pigeon serving in the U.S. Army Signal Corps in France during the first World War. Cher Ami carried important messages and completed few a dozen missions before being shot down.

The brave pigeon was not killed but suffered injuries in both the breasts and a leg. He continued on with the final message, delivering it to its destination. That message was credited with saving the lives of 194 soldiers, according to the news source.

Today, visitors of the Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C. can see Cher Ami's body on display in the "Price of Freedom: Americans at War" exhibit.
 

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Inspirational stories on Diary of Facebook

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Among the many Dahn Yoga benefits are lessons in personal growth and life balance. Reading stories of personal inspiration may help others accomplish goals and achieve a healthy lifestyle.

The social networking giant, Facebook, compiled stories from places ranging from San Francisco to Sudan in order to bring inspirational stories of personal growth, overcoming challenges as well as life balance to an MTV audience.

Among the many stories about different Facebook users was the one about a woman named Holly, whose Facebook friend reminded her to check her breasts for lumps as part of a self-exam. Holly found a lump that was later confirmed to be breast cancer and she credits Facebook for helping to save her life.

There is also the story of Tracy, an adopted woman who found her biological brother and sister through the social networking site.

"I promised myself I wasn't going to cry," said Tracy about meeting her biological family.

MTV's Diary of Facebook aired on March 30 and featured a look inside Facebook's "hack-a-thons" as well.

During each "hack-a-thon," Facebook employees spend their time to do something other than their normal day to day job. The idea is to encourage people to reach out to the community through exploring areas that are not part of their day jobs. 

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