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0624

Consider the Seasons: Should Summer's Heat Affect Your Yoga Practice?

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Patty Schmidt, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, YACEP

Finally, the change in seasonal conditions invites practitioners to lean into the diversity of yogic traditions. Lesser-known and less-commonly practiced yoga postures and breathing practices offer many strategies to meet personal needs for cooling and grounding.

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As of This Issue, We Begin Using AI

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

It was inevitable. It was only a matter of time. Of course, the argument can certainly be made that we’re well behind the curve. But—full disclosure—as of this issue, this magazine is publishing a few Atlanta Briefs that were edited by humans but were originally written by ChatGPT.

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Tenth Annual Dirty South Yoga Fest Set for August

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Staff

Tickets for the event are $119 for a single day and $289 for a three-day pass, with prices set to increase on June 24 and again on July 24.

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Third Annual Ram Dass Legacy Retreat in August

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Staff

The Love Serve Remember Foundation (LSRF) is hosting its third annual 2024 Ram Dass Legacy Summer Mountain Retreat August 15 through 19 at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina.

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Brother Shankara of Vedanta Center Atlanta Transitions

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Staff

Surrounded by loved ones chanting and singing, Brother Shankara, resident minister of the Vedanta Center of Atlanta, passed away on March 22, 2024.

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Melanin Magic

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Susan Gonzalez

There are two types of melanin: pheomelanin, which produces yellow and red tones, and eumelanin, which produces brown and black tones. Genetics, environmental factors and geographic location determine which of these types of melanin is dominant.

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Solving Mental Health Issues in Men: Finding Meaning in Turbulent Times

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Dr. Reef Karim

A 2021 report by the Survey Center on American Life stated that since 1990, the number of men saying they have no close friends has jumped from 3 percent to 15 percent.

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“No, But…” Musings on Saying Yes and Improv

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Tara Ochs

These days, when I say “Yes, and” in an improv class, everyone nods—even beginners. It’s become a phrase co-opted by entrepreneurs and therapists; it is reflected in design theory and on coffee mugs.

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Secrets to Summer Success: Giving Youngsters the Vacation They Need

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Thais Harris, BCHN

Figuring out how to keep children entertained, active and engaged while juggling work and household responsibilities, vacation schedules or camp sign-ups can be a little daunting.

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Building Quality Muscle: How Diet and Resistance Training Can Help

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By JJ Virgin, CNS, CHFS

Muscles act like metabolic Spanx, holding everything in the body tighter, supporting joints to prevent injuries, keeping bones strong and helping the immune system remain resilient to infection.

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Jeffrey R. Gladden on Cracking the Code of Longevity

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Jeffrey R. Gladden is the founder and medical director of Gladden Longevity, in Dallas, Texas, a clinic that helps people “live young for a lifetime”.

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Taurine Offers Longevity Potential

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kristy Mayer

Taurine, one of the most abundant amino acids in the body, is vital for health of the eyes, muscles, brain and heart. Research has found that taurine levels decrease with age.

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