Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Music: Stereomood

"After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music." -Aldous Huxley

As I've probably mentioned before, I absolutely love music. To me, it's a way of expressing myself when words cannot. No matter what emotional state I'm in, music is always there for me. From Ingrid Michaelson to Kid Cudi, my taste in music is extremely diverse and depends on the mood I'm in. I recently discoveredan incredible website called Stereomood. The website nearly defines my idea of perfection because it provides music that best suits my emotions and specific activities.

On Stereomood, you'll find a long range of listed words, like "calm" or "raining." The website allows you to click on any word that suits you best at that particularmoment, and then selects a playlist for you. I find this so amazing because not only do I enjoy the music provided, but I've also discovered a massive amount of new artists and songs.

As the website quotes, "Behind every song there's always an emotion. We don't know why but maybe that's why we love music." The ambiguity of music is interesting to me because it means something different to every person. Thus, music is a great way to discover one's identity. I know that throughout this year, I've developed my own identity and music hasplayed a significant factor in this realization. I hope that through Stereomood not onlywill I be able to further this discovery, but my readers as well.

Playlist I'm currently listening to: "Studying"
  • Evelyn by Goldmund
  • Everything's Ok by Lenka
  • Pine by Olan Mill
  • ...And more! Check it out on the link above.


Friday, January 6, 2012

My Addiction to Yoga

Hot Yoga, Yin Yoga, Vinyasa Flow...you name it, and I will guarantee you that I've tried almost every form of yoga known to man-kind. To say that I'm obsessed with yoga is an absolute understatement in my world. From the sound of the music to the refreshing towels that they hand out at the end of a sweaty class, it's thrilling to participate.

Why? Well, that's a good question. I think the obsession roots back to two years ago when a studio opened near my house. Breathe Yoga opened my eyes to a completely new kind of exercise. In fact, not only was I getting involved with fitness, but also with my mind. This idea was completely obscure to me prior to a few years ago. Double whammy! The fact that I could get both my brain and body in shape was incredible. Now, I'm addicted and there's no stopping me. I travel far and wide to try different studios, one of my new favorite's being CorePower Yoga. I love this studio because of the wide variety of classes offered. They provide classes such as Hot Yoga, a class done at 98 degrees, and Restorative Yoga, a meditative yoga. What I find so interesting about the yoga practice is how different each class can be. Despite the fact that they may be called the same name, each instructor provides new and unique opportunities. In doing so, I never get bored!

With final exams coming, I suggest my readers to participate in yoga. It's truly fascinating what just one class can do to you, and I promise that you will not be disappointed. There are numerous studies around that I can recommend. They are as follows:





Or, if you don't have time check out this website which will allow you to receive the meditative aspect of yoga: The Quiet Place

Namaste.