Seattle, WA (PRWEB) January 09, 2014

Bestselling author of The Four Agreements, and heart-centered teacher don Miguel Ruiz recently spoke with Women For One's Founder, Kelly McNelis Senegor, about defining truth, how to avoid suffering, and how to work towards a more joyous, simpler state of mind.

After realizing that the Toltec wisdom practiced by his family held all the tools that could change the human mind, don Miguel realized his calling - marrying this wisdom with a practical, and even scientific point of view. He is considered a National Heirloom of Mexico, and has received numerous recognitions, including a US Air Force challenge coin engraved with The Four Agreements.

In the interview, don Ruiz outlines his two versions of truth what we perceive as humans and the truth that just exists. He notes that humans have the ability to perceive the truth all the time, but many people dont acknowledge how they distort the truth to create their own personal story or account of what is real. The real truth, he says, is something that cant be explained by words; its an existence that is merely perceived.

Don Miguel explained how people use their perceptions to shape the truth, to describe who they are and what they believe, without seeing how societal or even personal systems of belief, cultural norms and upbringings shape what they know to be true. We understand only what we learn, notes don Miguel.

This idea of perception-based truth is one of the primary points in don Miguel's Toltec teachings. The Toltec philosophy is grounded in simplicity and common sense. Through his books and teachings, don Miguel Ruiz provides easily accessible lessons in simple, common-sense psychology, building a set of tools that anyone can use to heal themselves regardless of their situation. He reminds his students that life is focused on the person experiencing it though perceptions, beliefs, and awareness.

Through this knowledge, he teaches people to overcome their own obstacles to alleviate suffering. In the same way, these teachings can be applied on a more widespread scale. Becoming more aware of societally constructed truths, don Miguel's students have the ability to make change within their communities because they have the ability to challenge these so-called truths. This means that communities like Women For One have the power to make changes by shedding light on powerful community leaders, spiritual teachers, and amazing women from around the globe.

Women For One is a global community of women who are working to change communities for the better by promoting awareness, authenticity, and empowerment worldwide. Through the Women For One website, they share stories written by women around the world, interviews with authentic and inspiring people, life-changing books, and chances for community advocacy. To find out more or to watch the interview online, visit http://www.womenforone.com.

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CHICAGO Young teens aren't exactly embracing the government's Let's Move mantra, the latest fitness data suggest.

Only 1 in 4 U.S. kids aged 12 to 15 meet the recommendations -- an hour or more of moderate to vigorous activity every day.

The results are based on about 800 kids who self-reported their activity levels and had physical exams as part of the 2012 National Youth Fitness Survey.

Government researchers won't call the results disappointing, but lead author Tala Fakhouri of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said, "There's always room for improvement."

The CDC released partial results Wednesday from the fitness survey, which involved kids aged 3 to 15. Other results from the same survey are pending and include fitness data based on more objective measures including treadmill tests.

Fakhouri said the nationally representative results provide useful information for initiatives that aim to increase kids' fitness, including the Let's Move anti-obesity campaign launched by first lady Michelle Obama in 2010.

Kids in the survey reported on which physical activities they did most frequently outside of school gym class -- basketball for boys and running for girls.

While few met guidelines established in 2008 for activity that raises the heart rate and makes you breathe harder, most said they did at least an hour of exercise at that level during the previous week. Overall, about 25 percent said they got an hour of that kind of exercise every day

Obese kids were less active than normal-weight girls and boys. Overweight girls were slightly less active than normal-weight girls, but levels were similar among overweight and normal-weight boys.

"It's definitely very concerning to see that our kids are engaging in such a limited amount of physical activity each day when we are still battling" an obesity epidemic, said Dr. Stephen Pont, an Austin, Texas, pediatrician and chairman of the American Academy of Pediatrics' section on obesity.

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The CDC released the results of a national fitness survey today that finds that most kids arent getting enough exercise.

The study finds that only one in four kids nationwide gets the recommended hour or more of daily exercise. Alexia Clarke is program coordinator of the New Jersey based STEPS For Kids, an organization that fights childhood obesity. She says the factors include too much technology and too little outdoor time.

Were seeing less physical activity in schools which would be a pretty consistent way for kids to meet that time. The lack of recess is something that the Institute of Medicine talked about last year with the weight of the nation as a need that has to be addressed bringing more physical activity into schools.

Clarke says the obesity rate among children in New Jersey has stabilized in recent years but adds they are still dealing with the problem of kids who are already obese.

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HOT WORKOUT: Kate Burford takes a Bikram yoga class.

BIKRAM YOGA: Kate Burford's classes can be up to 40 degrees Celsius.

Giggles, acrobatics and tropical temperatures are now part and parcel of the yoga package in Canterbury.

Regular old yoga just isn't enough for the latest wave of yoga enthusiasts.

Laughter yoga, bikram yoga, hot yoga and even acroyoga are taking off, and each has its unique appeal.

Hannah Airey runs the St Albans Laughter Club where a good old belly laugh is just the ticket.

Airey got into laughter as a stress therapy about eight years ago and since then has seen it provide huge relief for Cantabrians under pressure.

''When you laugh, you can't think of anything else,'' she said. ''It's about choosing to laugh instead of waiting for it to happen.''

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Its the New Year and if youve pledged yourself to a resolution of getting fit and healthy then there are plenty of options out there for you. Weve taken a look at two of the more popular choices, Yoga and Pilates, to find out what theyre about and what theyll help you achieve.

Yoga is an ancient practice that has been around for thousands of years. Although its been adapted and there are many different types to choose from, the aim remains the same. Yoga is all about your mind and how you feel.

Its a rather spiritual practice which developed from meditation and uses stretching movements to both make your body supple and help energy pass through it releasing tension as it does.

If youre looking for a way to tone up and increase your fitness then Pilates could be perfect. This exercise method was created in the early 20th Century to help build up strength and focuses on your core muscles.

Amongst other things it is said to improve posture, balance, and coordination as well as providing toned muscles and relief from aches and pains such as lower back problems.

Both are a great way to improve your fitness and work exercise into your lifestyle if you were previously sedentary as they require no particular level of fitness and can even be tailored to any limitations you may have.

If youre considering trying either of these, there are plenty of classes in Stoke-on-Trent taking place throughout the week. Below is a list of some to help you get active.

Classes in Stoke-on-Trent

Yoga Mixed classes at Penkhull Village Hall, ST4 5JB, taught by Adam Boughey - 07793 019621

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