Yoga can be a tremendous aid to cancer patients, survivors and family members as they battle the disease. Physically, mentally, and emotionally yoga provides the care, security, support, acceptance and rehabilitation needed during these crucial times. Breathing techniques, visualizations, and gentle asana practice all contribute to a healthy lifestyle and help cope with the ravages of cancer.
We’ve all been touched in some way by cancer. My grandparents have died from it, numerous friends are survivors, and a high school girlfriend’s little boy continues to fight brain cancer. I encourage you to show your support of these brave individuals by getting involved with your favorite cancer charity in the coming months. Kids and teens are often especially willing to lend a hand or help raise money and awareness demonstrating a high level of empathy and understanding. Get them involved in serving in the community. Here are a couple of my favorites.
Yoga Bear, an organization which aids and supports cancer patients & survivors, is encouraging an awareness campaign which encourages people to wear yellow on October 2nd to recognize the anniversary of Lance Armstrong’s cancer diagnosis. Learn more about Lance Armstrong and LIVESTRONG here.
Movember, a world wide movement which started in Australia, is bringing back the ‘stash’. Men begin clean shaven on November 1st and grow a moustache throughout the month to increase prostrate cancer awareness. Learn more here.
The St. Valentine’s Day Hair Massacure, an annual event to raise money for the Stollery Children’s Hospital. To date this annual fundraiser has raised over $3 million with celebrities, families, 24 participating schools, even dogs participating by dying their hair vibrant pink and/or going bald.
Show your support. Get involved. Make a difference.
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Alberta’s own Dr. Nicole Culos-Reed with Susi Hately have teamed up for ‘Yoga Thrive’. here is the link to their page and more information about what they do and offer for those in the many stages of Cancer. http://www.kin.ucalgary.ca/healthandwellnesslab/Site/Yoga_Thrive__.html
here is an artical writen Sept 17 this year highlighting their work as well
http://www.canada.com/health/seniors/Yoga+helps+cancer+survivors+breathe+easier/2025146/story.html
Keep up the great work! and keep up the fight for better health.
Thanks for the post Donna – And thanks for this blog! Everyone is touched by cancer and what you have here is wonderful for all. Thank you!
Hi, I love your blog it’s very healthy lol! I’ve always wanted to try yoga, but never got around to it. I love walking and dancing, but yoga seems interesting I might look into it. Keep up the good work wishing you much success.