What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘meditation’? Perhaps someone sitting on a natural cotton cushion in lotus pose with their eyes closed, surrounded by fragrant incense; maybe you picture serene scenery, soft music or the sort of equipment you’d need for a meditation practice? Whatever your preconceptions about meditation may be, you …

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Snakes get a bad rap. True, the bites of the venomous varieties can wreak deadly havoc. But most snakes are not poisonous. Some are even beneficial, especially in our yards and gardens. As predators, snakes help control the populations of the hungry pests that consume our fruits and veggies. Today, we’ll explore the benefits of …

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What can you hear right now? The sound of birds tweeting or traffic roaring past outside? The low hum of the refrigerator? Music from the radio, or the sound of other people’s conversations? No matter how peaceful and quiet your environment may be, there’s no doubt that sound is all around us, and it’s affecting …

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