What we do to others, we do to ourselves – The Ghandi Neuron
This is absolutely incredible – I’m not much of a scientist, but if I understand this talk correctly, these mirror neurons mean that we really are intrinsically connected to everyone else and what we do to them, we do to ourselves as well. Most every religion talks about compassion and “do unto others”. Many spiritual practices cultivate compassion and kindness to others – many even encourage kindness and compassion to one’s enemies – and they are right because we only harm ourselves by harming others. On the flip side, when we help others, when we give them kindness and compassion, we are giving back to ourselves as well.
How cool is that?
Tai Chi may Ward Off Knee Pain
What a great pun 
Story taken from http://news.yahoo.com/s/hsn/20091029/hl_hsn/taichimayhelpwardoffkneepaininseniors. The cool thing in this study is that people were taught some self massage in the tai chi sessions. I think it’s an often overlooked part of the healing arts from the East. Things like Tuina, Shiatsu and Anma are as old as the hills and all of these systems have a self treatment component that is often very easy to learn and very beneficial as well.
Why you should visit your dentist
Your teeth are your best friend; look after them, and they will look after you. Think about it – to survive, you need food (and water), but lets look at food for a moment. Your teeth are absolutely vital in the process of getting sustainence into your body by starting the process of breaking down food into smaller pieces that can then be digested and eventually turned into the important building blocks your body needs to grow and repair. They are also very often overlooked in alternative health. Visiting your dentist should be part of your routine, just like taking care of your body with yoga.
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