“Last June, we spent 24 hours with Iowa State forward Royce White before the NBA draft. To us, Royce was the most intriguing…

Yoga for Anxiety and Panic Attacks

Many of the principles discussed in my last column, Yoga for Stress and Burnout, are applicable to anxiety and panic attacks, as those are in many ways exaggerated forms of stress. Both conditions are marked by a rajasic (agitated) state of mind and by what is known in Ayurveda as vata derangement. And both respond to various yogic tools, including asana and pranayama, as well as lifestyle adjustments and the cultivation of pratyahara, turning the senses inward.

In Chris Sherwood’s Article “Situations That Cause Anxiety” he outlines five most common situations that cause anxiety in people today. I believe we can each relate to one if not all of these “Five Frightening Factors” of anxiety and say we have felt some sort of degree of anxiety while in these various situations.

Finals, Work, Friends, School, Family, Relationships.  Balancing it all may include side effects of: nervousness, tension, irritability, insomnia, dizziness, sweating, difficulty concentrating, aggravation,…

Growing up is part of life. It is a process that comes with challenges that you learn from, some of which you enjoy…

Finally: You are not alone. Real, raw personal stories from you.