When it comes to the infernal rat race known as life, who doesn’t appreciate a good shortcut to help circumvent some of the superfluities that add anxiety and sap precious time from a given day? Well the good folks at Lifehacker.com made this perspective their personal mantra. That is why Editor Adam Pash and staff devised a website that offers useful tidbits of advice to help simplify daily tasks and maximize efficiency. As it says in the website’s “about” section: (more…)
It’s not just giving that brings pleasure; it’s also receiving. In concert, these two essential human acts join in a circle of interaction that expands with use. When the circle is complete, the more you give, the more your get, and vice versa.” —- George Leonard
As we have been discovering, there is an intimate interplay between Sex & Fitness. For some it is the Sex that inspires playful self-discovery and body awareness in the area of their health and for others it is Fitness that inspires playful self-discovery and body awareness in their Sexuality. A healthy body and intimate communion with another are some of the greatest joys on this earth. Be conscious of what you put in your mouth and become aware of your body’s sexuality now. The emotional & physical health benefits of Sex are many. Below is a list of ten such benefits. I also assert that there are many benefits that have not yet been discovered. Let’s number them 11 to 20 and use our imaginations. (more…)
The Positivity Blog is another great blog that tells readers that a positive outlook is imperative when looking to achieve anything.
The blog’s posts are known to begin with inspiring quotes from the world’s great thinkers. Online since 2006, the blog edited and written by Henrik Edberg, boasts about 3.6 million visitors and it has 15500+ subscribers (as of July 2009) So they TPB must be doing something right.
Here’s an excerpt from the site’s about section where Edberg describes himself and his mission:
In a recent post Beautificity asked the question “Does sleep have anything to do with fat loss?” The following are questions they aim to answer in that post.
Can being sleep deprived cause you to gain weight? Yes! Many people don’t realize the many health implications of sleep deprivation. It may even be hindering your fat loss efforts.
How does sleep (or sleep deprivation) affect your weight loss efforts?
To find out the answers to those questions and more check out the original post on Beautificity.com
Is addiction a part of life? Is conquering our addictions part of our growth process? It seems as though every human has at least one addiction. Addictions, to include food, sex, self improvement, alcohol, cigarettes, over the counter and prescription drugs, gambling, to name a few are such a common thing that I wonder if it is part of our growing process to conquer them. Or is all about the food we put in our bodies?
In my research I have always been intrigued by the connection to serotonin levels in the brain and addiction. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter ( ++++ ) responsible for communicating the various needs of the body between the brain cells and the peripheral ( ++++ ) cells of the nervous system. Serotonin is one of the major neurotransmitters that affects mood. (more…)
When it comes to sex, the first place everyone’s mind inevitably goes is the association with physical pleasure… and there is nothing wrong with that. But, here at fit and sexed, we would like to show you how being fit and getting sexed can go hand in hand. Sex can be a workout in itself. Depending on the position you assume during a session of intercourse, you can actually target a given muscle-set and get in a decent workout.
As an example, for men, in the missionary position the amount of stress put on the abs can be equivalent to an abdominal workout in the gym. Other than that, the standing wheelbarrow position can be an excellent way to flex and work the back muscles.
For women, on the other hand, being on top of a partner, in the seated position and leaning back to rest on the hands, can offer an abdominal workout comparable to the workout a man would get in the missionary position. (more…)
This fall Shandelee Lake Inn will host the Daka/Dakini Conference, Below is copy pulled from Reid Mihalko’s blog:
I would like to personally invite you to be a part of this Fall’s upcoming Tantra teachers and practioners conference being held outside of New York City in the Catskill Mountains!
For those of you coming to this site and meeting me for the first time, I’m sex and relationship educator Reid Mihalko, creator of the Cuddle Party phenomenon and of www.ReidAboutSex.com. I’m also this year’s co-sponsor for the East Coast half of the Sedona Temple and International School of Temple Art’s twice yearly Daka/Dakini Conference! (more…)
Pick the Brain is one of my favorite Personal Development spots on the blogosphere. It’s primary focus is on Motivation and Productivity. Editor Erin Falconer leads a staff whose goal it is to help us lead more productive, happy lives.
Here’s an excerpt from the site’s about section where they define their goals.
What are radicals (often referred to as free radicals)?
What are anti-oxidants?
Why do some get cancer and others do not?
Can you avoid cancer by eating high quality foods?
In this article, I will answers these questions from two approaches, a common sense approach and a scientific approach.
Starting a new journey is a difficult thing. One of the signposts that can make it easier is the experience of those who have taken the journey before us. Here’s what some doctors, chefs, nutritional gurus and athletes had to say about food and nutrition…
