Yoga For The Holidays

Restorative Yoga for Breast Cancer Recovery
This class will be offered in 6-week modules
Beginning Saturday November 14, 2015 - January, 2016
Saturdays 12:00-1:15pm

Angela will lead a gentle, nurturing Restorative Yoga practice focusing on poses and flows designed specifically for breast cancer prevention, recovery, and lymphedema management.

The stress that treatment and recovery bring about isn't beneficial to healing. Research and personal experience show that the gentle practice of Yoga decreases recovery time while assisting to heal the body, mind, and heart. Research has shown that those taking Yoga experienced significantly improved sleep, as well as that the more Yoga the women practiced, the greater the improvement was shown in level of fatigue, vitality, depressive symptoms, and level of inflammation-related proteins in the body.

Our desire is to fill these classes and share this amazing healing system of yoga with as many people as possible, so please share this information with anyone whom you think could benefit from these classes!

To Register:
Email Us at angela@ajewelinthelotus.com or Call (631) 316-9871

Location:
A Jewel In The Lotus Yoga Studio
560 Main Street • Suite 3
Islip, New York 11751

Donation:
If you would like to make a donation to help ensure that we are able to continue holding these classes.

About Dawn Bradford Lange:  Co-founder of Breast Cancer Yoga. Dawn is making a difference with Breast Cancer Yoga therapeutic products designed to support you emotionally and physically during breast cancer . We want to give you the attention and personal service you need so please email us at info@breastcanceryoga.com if you have questions.

Laughter As Medicine For Breast Cancer Recovery

By Diana Ross, E-RYT 500

Founder, Breast Cancer Yoga

I want to share my feelings on laughter and joy  as part of the healing cycle of cancer recovery, and for that matter, many conditions. Undoubtedly, laughter has  a real beneficial effect on our physical and emotional health. A robust, gut explosive laugh simply feels good. It literally melts stress away.

So why aren’t we laughing more to relieve our stress and improve our health?

It may be a challenge to get out of our own way. So often we take life and our circumstances too seriously, and it doesn’t serve us to do so. Truth be told, some days you might have to fake it when you just don’t feel like laughing, and here’s a good reason to go through the motions: studies show that even when manipulated to smile people actually feel happier. Laughter stops depression in its tracks.

I know for myself when I stop and watch a good sitcom or read a funny email from a friend, I focus only  on this lighter side, and it lifts me. Even studies show the more you laugh the more positive you become; you just feel better about practically everything. Medical research on laughter Studies at the University  of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore (2005)   are among many that show groundbreaking results in terms of laughter’s role in  the health of the mind and body.  There is a strong connection between blood  vessel expansion (vasodilation) through laughter, at least during those seconds and moments when we are laughing and for a little while beyond. Improvements in blood flow have actually  found to be equal to those from a 15-30 minute  workout. Researchers believe laughing causes the body  to release endorphins, or “natural pain killers.” These endorphins contribute to a sense of well being; they counteract the effects of stress hormones, and cause dilation of the blood vessels. Even anticipating laughter can increase endorphin levels.

Laughter and our immune system

Studies show that when we laugh, lymph fluid moves more efficiently through our bodies; an immune system booster and way to eliminate what we do not need. That’s because with better lymph flow we clear out old, dead waste and toxins from our organs and muscle tissue. It’s important to understand that our lymph system doesn’t have it’s own pump; we need to move around (and breath deeply) to properly circulate lymph. Laughter supports this function.

Laughter’s greatest power

We know that now is the time to pull out all the stops and help ourselves get better. Laughter’s ability to help in this arena is perhaps its greatest power. It puts us in a positive state of mind, and that’s just what we need to bring us through the physical and emotional roller coaster ride of cancer. We need to reduce our levels of chronic stress (our journey with cancer may  have just begun). 

We need to boost our immune system function; protect our nervous system; and 

my God, our sanity. Well, “Laughter is the Best Medicine.”

I cannot say  enough about laughing, right down to the fact that the people around us will enjoy  our company, which will support our well being.  Go check out funny videos; YouTube is full of funny. Rent funny  movies. I guarantee you a good laugh or two.

About Diana Ross:  E-RYT 500 restorative yoga teacher, survivor that cares and founder of Breast Cancer Yoga. Diana is making a difference with Breast Cancer Yoga therapeutic products designed to support you emotionally and physically during breast cancer . We want to give you the attention and personal service you need so please email us at info@breastcanceryoga.com if you have questions.

Breast Cancer Yoga DVD

Breast Cancer Yoga DVD
For Breast Cancer Recovery & Lymphedema Management
If you have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer or those undergoing treatment often suffer from fatigue, depression and anxiety. Learn how gentle restorative yoga can improve your sense of wellness through stretching, body awareness and relaxation can aide in healing and recovery.
Take an Active Role in Your Recovery
Breast Cancer Yoga’s certified and registered yoga therapist Diana Ross, created Gentle Restorative Yoga for Breast Cancer Recovery & Lymphedema Management DVD that can help improve your symptoms and well-being. Through various relaxation exercises, participants are able to benefit from greater healing. This DVD begins with a focus on simple breathing and flowing yoga movements. Learn how to assume relaxing positions that help loosen, stretch, and strengthen the body. You will learn to become comfortable holding new body postures, that can be used during  diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Set aside a special time in the day to relax, breathe slowly, and enjoy this wonderful yoga DVD. 

Concerns

Don’t worry about whether you have enough flexibility or strength. Your level of physical conditioning or previous yoga experience is not important. This class is for all levels of students, including those who have never tried yoga before. Since each person is affected by breast cancer differently, we explore many options so all students benefit.
 
Physical Benefits

• Stretching and strengthening shoulder and chest muscles

• Helping regain range of motion
 
• Reducing the tightness of scar tissue

• Utilizing breathing techniques to promote mind and body healing 

Emotional Benefits

• Reducing sleep problems

• Lessening fatigue
 
• Decreasing stress levels

• Energizing your mind, body, and spirit
 
• Encouraging deep relaxation, promoting deep healing

• Increasing your sense of well being and overall quality of life 


Remember
Consult your health care provider before you begin practicing yoga. Perform yoga poses carefully and slowly, paying attention to the sensations in your body. Should you experience pain or discomfort, do not perform the pose until you have further guidance from a professional.


Diana Ross, E-RYT 500
Diana Ross an expert yoga therapist that created produced and narrates Gentle Restorative Yoga DVD. To learn more about Breast Cancer Yoga visit Breast Cancer Yoga

Which Herbs and Aromas Help Breast Cancer Symptoms?

Watch Diana Ross TV Interview

Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy

http://www.askimotv.com/pages/playvideo.aspx

Lavender Hydrosol For Breast Cancer

Lavender Hydrosol Included in Breast Cancer Yoga Gift Baskets As A Complementary Therapy

Complementary therapies can be both preventative and supportive in fighting breast cancer. Some therapies boost the immune system to counteract chemo and radiation therapy effects. They can also reduce nervousness and anxiety.

Lavender contains a particular keynote to help encourage relaxation before and after chemo and radiation treatments. To a large extent the aromatic fragrance of Lavender can stimulate the body’s innate healing powers, and when energies are low or have been severely depleted, Lavender is emotionally uplifting. This essential oil is specifically formulated with particular properties which help encourage relaxation any time when needed.

Breast Cancer Yoga has included Lavender therapeutic essential aroma hydrosol sprays as a complementary therapy for breast cancer recovery in there gift baskets.
www.breastcanceryoga.com
Lavender Hydrosol For Breast Cancer, a photo by Breast Cancer Yoga on Flickr.
Via Flickr:

Breast Cancer Yoga Pose "Easy Twist"

Easy Twist Benefits For Breast Cancer

Because of the concentration required - this pose will elevate stress brought on by breast cancer treatments

Breast Cancer Yoga Easy Twist Pose For Breast Cancer & Lymphedema

Opens chest
Aids lymphatic drainage
Specific for Lymphedema

Reduces stress
Increases calm

Develops spine flexibility

 Improves posture and which can lead to greater self-confidence

Relieves backache

 Improves alignment which increases comfort level in own body

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www.breastcanceryoga.com

Restorative Yoga Elements For Breast Cancer

 

3 Elements For Restorative Yoga

Ultimately this system of restorative yoga encourages and supports recovery back to a balanced state of mind and body.  This is when one can learn to lessen muscle and emotional tension, and replace it with self-nurturance, health, vitality and hope.  Breast Cancer Yoga is this kind of gentle flowing yoga which encourages good health while in recovery and beyond.  It is restorative; there are no weight bearing poses that cause pain, no headstands or challenging poses. Come and visit our YouTube Channel and try our various flowing yoga videos.

Relax & Detox in a Pink Salt Bath For Breast Cancer

Bathing in a warm Himalayan crystal “pink salt” bath for 20+ minutes promotes deep relaxation, plus helps to detox your body too. This healthy salt bath can be considered as a complementary therapy if used with the intention to restore the body with its active 84 essential minerals and 11 trace minerals. This salt is the oldest and purest salt on the planet. It is spoken of as the “good salt.”

Your skin is known as the third kidney, or the Wei Chi and toxins are excreted through the third kidney by sweating. A detox bath, or “solay” bath is used to assist your body in eliminating toxins through the skin as well as absorbing the minerals and nutrients.  Most of all, it'll leave you feeling refreshed and awakened.

Relax & Detox Bath Instructions

• Schedule this special quiet time for yourself.
• Fill Tub with hot water and melt the salt first, then add water. Not too hot please.
• Add 1 cup of “Pink Salt” aka Himalayan Salt to receive its healing benefits.
• Enter bath slowly and soak for at least 20 minute however, 30 is recommended.
• Add background relaxation items listed below.

Options to Add Relaxation to Bath Time

• Mist the bath area with a “Lavender” aromatherapy hydrosol, and breathe in the beautiful therapeutic scent and relax.
• Light a candle to add room soft lighting.
• Use a dry brush to help stimulate the lymphatic system and to remove dry dead skin. Nothing feels better than this dry brush massage.

Additional Options to Consider During Bath Time

• Set up audio player to listen and practice therapeutic breathing exercises. Learning and practicing breathing exercises can help manage stress, promote relaxation and aide in sleeping disorders.
• Sip a “Calm” medicinal herbal tea blend during your bath. Our Breast Cancer Yoga “Calm” tea blend contains Oat Straw and Chamomile, both of which are proven medicinal relaxation herbs.

After Bath Care
Be sure to stand up slowly and with care. Baths can make a person feel dizzy or lightheaded. Have a towel ready. Be sure to drink plenty of water afterwards to rehydrate the healthy relaxed cells.

Pink Salt Offered By Breast Cancer Yoga
Visit Breast Cancer Yoga and try our Pink Salt bath crystals. Breast Cancer Yoga also offers therapeutic gift baskets that include all the above mentioned products. Try these wonderful gift baskets or show how much care and share a basket with a friend.

 

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