Showing posts with label BALANCE. Show all posts
Showing posts with label BALANCE. Show all posts

Friday, August 24, 2012

BUENA VIDA - YOGA - "Mi cuerpo se relaja, mi mente se aquieta" - ARGENTINA

 

 

Médico y violinista, hace 40 años que el doctor Hugo Ardiles eligió dedicarse al yoga en movimiento, del cual es uno de sus más destacados representantes. Es un camino de sanación que armoniza y desarrolla nuestros centros de energía.
 
Hugo Ardiles, la limpieza energética
El yoga en movimiento como camino de sanación
 
23/08/12 - 14:41
"La vida alocada y vertiginosa que vivimos nos lleva a contraer nuevas enfermedades". El doctor Hugo Ardiles lo dice con calma, por eso agrega que, además de cuerpo y mente, somos energía y que buena parte de nuestra salud depende de la forma en que tratamos a nuestros centros de energía, también conocidos como chakras.
Se entusiasma el médico formado como violinista que un día pudo ir detrás de su maestro Zladko Topolsky para seguir su carrera en Austria, pero que torció –en el mejor sentido- su derrotero hacia el yoga con movimiento, que aprendió del método creado por la profesora Susana Milderman.
Lo que comenzó por pura curiosidad se convirtió en una elección de vida, y el doctor Ardiles, que llegó a ser primer violín en el Cuartero de la UBA, estudió medicina, se especializó en homeopatía, fisiatría y psicoterapia, lo que le dio una formación holística para dedicarse a la limpieza, la armonización y el desarrollo de los sietes centros de energía que atraviesan nuestra columna vertebral.
Manos que ayudan
La posición del doctor Ardiles respecto de los chakras y sus órganos de influencia no es nueva. Obviamente, se conoce en el yoga y otras escuelas místicas alternativas.
Lo novedoso es que su método de sanación se basa en el yoga con movimiento, y en ello radica la mayor protección inmunológica contra las enfermedades.
Con paciencia de docente, Ardiles dice que, de abajo hacia arriba, nuestros centros de energía a lo largo de nuestra columna reflejan nuestra energía vital, conectada tanto con la tierra como con el cielo.
Intestinos, hígado, bazo, páncreas, corazón, estómago, garganta, cerebro, todo queda abarcado en el trabajo energético a partir de los movimientos que el doctor Ardiles incorpora al yoga.
Durante más de 40 años, Ardiles viene enseñando que no tenemos un cuerpo, sino siete "interpenetrados" por materia, energía, emociones, afectos, intelecto, mente creativa y el cuerpo espiritual.
El movimiento que el doctor Ardiles propone para su yoga es diferente conforme cada chakra y no se priva de la palabra, vale decir, que también se puede cantar o gritar. Su terapéutica va de lo más simple a lo más excelso: la meditación.
El uso de las propias manos, tanto en los movimientos del yoga como en los masajes sobre los distintos centros de energía, son una enorme contribución. Incluso, la disposición de las manos en las distintas meditaciones, según la zona del cuerpo material que necesite ser insuflado de energía, también difieren.
¿A qué apunta esta terapéutica? A la recuperación de la confianza del paciente en sí mismo y en sus propias energías, previo aprendizaje de cómo conseguirla.
Se podría decir que lo que el doctor Ardiles ha conseguido es perfeccionar lo que antes se conocía como expresión corporal, que sólo apuntaba al bienestar físico.
Precisamente, la gimnasia rítmico expresiva que propone Ardiles restablece la energía de las personas y las equilibra emocional y energéticamente.
Nuestras corazas
Ardiles prefiere explicarse con un fragmento de su libro “La energía en mi cuerpo”, editado por Kier: “Somos seres que hemos alcanzado un elevado desarrollo de la emocionalidad, nos hemos arreglado para que cada minuto esté cargado de vivencias emocionales, desde los momentos sublimes del arte o la música hasta los programas más vulgares de la televisión. Ese es nuestro campo de batalla. Allí es donde se generan nuestras corazas, que hemos creado para defendernos y de las que nos hicimos esclavos”. Y el creador de esas corazas es nuestro intelecto.
Desmantelarlas es una tarea paciente y, sobre todo, consciente.
Ardiles ha muerto y resucitado, para decirlo sintéticamente. Durante una enfermedad contraída en la India quedó vulnerable del corazón y durante la operación a la que fue sometido sufrió dos paros cardíacos, pero su alma los vivenció con enorme calma desprendiéndose de su cuerpo, de lo que tiene memoria.
No por sencilla de explicar la terapia aplicada por el doctor Ardiles se comprende de primera mano. Tanto lo que emitimos como lo que recibimos es energía que nos influye. De allí que, muchas veces, la gimnasia yoga que se aplica está destinada a un solo centro de energía o a dos, pero no a los siete, ya que el tratamiento requiere continuidad.
Una de sus afirmaciones favoritas: “Mi cuerpo se relaja, mi mente se aquieta”.
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Monday, June 4, 2012

SOCIAL / LIFSTYLE - THAILAND

Having her first child was the catalyst for Nontakarn Dapparungsi quitting her job and making a bold career move

Concerned about her work-life balance, Nontakarn Dapparungsi quit her position at a big petrol company in which she was thriving, and started a new chapter of her life.

Nontakarn Dapparungsi

She set up her own businesses and now manages two branches of child development centre Gymboree, and is responsible for bringing the bath and bedding brand Aussino to Bangkok.

The enterprises did not just fall into her lap _ they have been carefully built with her own efforts. The mother of two says that children are inspiring and every day is a fresh opportunity.

Tell us about the work you were doing before you started your businesses.

I worked in strategic planning at a multinational petrol company (Shell). When I was in my thirties, everything was perfect _ a good boss, good colleagues and overseas travel gave me a chance to see the world. I enjoyed working, but after I had my first kid, I struggled to find balance. I then looked for flexibility _ a way to have my own time where my work wasn't based on the fixed time of the organisation. Importantly, my new work [needed to] have a result, because I couldn't afford trial and error.

What was the factor that made you decide to quit your job?

It was the year 2000, I was concerned with my work-life balance. The issue of "quality time" mattered a lot to me. I searched on the internet, and there were many suggestions _ work at home or work three to five hours a day _ but the concept was not available in Thailand. Then I quit and decided to do something to improve my "quality time".

Why did you decide to set up the child development business?

Having my first son made me think about what I should do. I looked for something that would improve the quality of life for my child, and likewise for the parents who have children aged up to two years. Parents want to have activities for their children, and they avoid taking their kids to just hang around at department stores. I did some research and found Gymboree to be my solution to a work-life balance. I contacted them and became a franchisee, and today I run two branches.

The activities are for small kids, but everything feels new for me, and it's fun. It's like I'm studying for another bachelor's degree outside the university.

How did you expand into the bedding business?

Families in Thailand have an average of two to three children. What about bedding for the children? It's also part of my journey. My kids were growing up, and I had to change them from a baby cot to a bed. Aussino was very successful in Southeast Asia, but it had no business in Thailand. When I first saw Aussino in Malaysia, I thought that the owner [may have] studied the Gymboree concept, because they share a similar philosophy about child development.

Pictures on the bedsheets show cooking, gardening, princesses, trains, ships, and a variety of occupations such as doctors and firefighters, because children like to imitate the behaviour of adults or the people they admire. I thought this was the right answer, and since the brand was not available in Thailand, it could be a business opportunity.

You like to promote Thai talents...

There are lots of quality products in Thailand. There are new designers every day, in fashion and textile circles. When I travelled abroad I found many good quality products, mostly designed in Thailand. I also have visited many events, but had no chance to work with Thai producers, because their products are totally for export. Finally I have discussed and worked with some brands whose furniture products cater for overseas markets, and soon we will try to sell to the local market. We are now studying product positioning.

Is your education related to the "living" business?

Not at all. I studied science and chemistry, that's why I used to work for Shell.

I use "rational assumption" _ what is the cause and the result? _ and I also look for figures and components to make decisions. From my experience at Shell, though they recruit scientists, everyone must do marketing planning. That's how I learned for over a decade working there. And now, when I find something I want, I can figure out if a product has a chance in the market based on observing consumer behaviour, taste and requirements.

What do you see for the future?

As long as we live at home, there's still renovation and maintenance. Living should evolve. The DIY trend will develop and everyone will become more specialised _ carpenters or plumbers, for example. People are likely to be selective [in who they choose to work on their home].

For us, we have to maintain brand positioning to keep its uniqueness. The market is getting more sophisticated _ customers look for identity and are more selective in lifestyle living by choosing products themselves.

Has your work-life ratio become more balanced?

Yes. The children are growing up and have time on their own _ studying, hanging around with friends. Now I'm going to step into the next chapter. Things change every 10 years, so I'm looking for a new feature in the field of health.

What is your style of parenting?

Teach them discipline. If they break the rules, there may be some punishment [such as] banning them from what they like to do for a certain period. I don't believe in hitting as punishment.

What is a formula of life and work that you believe in?

Every day is a new opportunity. We live and learn and when we find something we like, [we should] do it. Importantly, don't let yourself be discouraged. I am always looking for a "surprise". Both Gymboree and Aussino are surprises, but they did not come to me _ I had to look for them.

Sunday, May 27, 2012

SOCIETY / HEALTH - INDIA

Tricks to activate both sides of brain


Though one side of your brain is dominant, a few tricks can activate both hemispheres so you can be both creative and logical



Aman paints with his brains, not with his hands. When painter Michelangelo said this 500 years ago, he did not know how far science would take this idea. The theory of lateralisation says that the human brain is separated into two cerebral hemispheres, the left and the right brain, both of which execute different functions. And painting is to do not just with the brain, but in fact, with the right side of it.

While several theories on the left-brain and right-brain dominance abound, the basics are easy. The right hemisphere controls your body's left side, and vice versa. When you use the left or logical side, you are being analytical, attentive, objective and rational. This is the part you use to process language, facts, science, math and strategies. The right side, however, is driven by feelings, beliefs, imagination and subjective thinking. It is creative, impulsive, intuitive, thoughtful and processes visuals and multi-tasks.

The brain, which works on the 'use it or lose it principle,' has often been likened to a muscle - the more you use it, the better it gets. The fact that we are either left-brained or right-brained makes it important that we improve the less-dominant side. Here are simple ways to improve the balance and the coordination between both sides. Left brain work-outs 1 From crafting the right sentence structure to perfecting spelling and grammar, the process of writing and the planning that goes behind it is one of the best ways to enhance your analytical side and stay sharp. This could mean blogging, and even social networking may not be such a 'waste of time' after all. Tweeting compels you to spruce up your communication as your thoughts are limited to only 140 characters. 2 Logic-fuelled activities such as crosswords, anagrams, Sudoku, tough math problems or a game of chess are great for stimulating the left brain. Try and crack reasoning and aptitude tests that are freely available online to boost your grey cells. 3 Being systematic, it turns out, has more advantages than improving productivity and acing time management. Making to-do lists, organising data, chalking plans for the day or maintaining a diary aid in improving your left brain. 4 Learn a new skill, activity or language. Doing so optimises left brain functions as it is good at being focused and works well with conditioning exercises. 5 READ that book, don't skim. Reading engages your mind wonderfully while skimming content and running your eyes through a page only weakens the left brain in the long run. Right brain work-outs 1 Astute observation plays a key role in developing a photographic memory. Take five minutes off to minutely observe your train station or your deskspace. Remember the details with your eyes closed, and for authentic results, record yourself while at it so you know where you stand. Doing this regularly will strengthen your powers of observation. 2 Word association, doodling and memory games help unlock your right brain's coolest weapon - creativity. If you have shied away from sketching or painting, now is the time to take up that sketch-pen or brush. Experiment...for your brain's sake. 3 Take up an art of your interest; music, painting, dance, theatre or writing, as they are all right-brain activities. Playing an instrument is a guaranteed right brain booster. While humming to your favourite tunes, make up random lyrics that rhyme. 4 Use the Japanese art of Origami to spark up your motor skills. Folding paper into fascinating shapes will push you to be more innovative with each attempt. So will making knick-knacks from junk. 5 Thinking up a strategy, visualising it and then immediately implementing it is the right brain's delight. So when you play sports such as tennis,table tennis or badminton, the right brain is at its peak.

Striking the right (and left) balance
1 Juggling demands great handeye co-ordination and gets them in action together. But to offset your habits and left or right brain dominance, try doing daily activities with your non-dominant hand. If you are right-handed, use your left hand to write, and vice versa.

2 Around 80 years ago, psychologist John Stroop came up with an interesting test to gauge the ability of brain's two sides to work together. Use alternate-colored pens to write a series of colour names but try to read only the color. So you may write 'Yellow' using a blue pen, but the challenge is to read it as Yellow and so on. This conflict-inducing test combines colour and language awareness and activates the anterior cingulate, a section of the brain that lies between the left and right hemispheres and helps resolve conflicts between them.