Yoga Is for Everyone!

I don't know where this notion came from but my friend, Conor, let me know that there's a stereotype out there that only women or gay men will do yoga. Well, here's a short article that explains why that isn't/shouldn't be the case.

5 Reasons Why Dudes Should Practice Yoga

Ballet is Hardcore!

I just finished watching "Black Swan" and it certainly gave me a new appreciation for the ballet art form.

Here's a nice video of ballet dancers:



A featurette on Natalie Portman's grueling ballet training for her Oscar-winning role:

Halycon

Ever since I heard this song as an adolescent upon watching the cult classic, "Hackers," I've loved this song.  It's still one of my favorites.

Halcyon definition: "Denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful." This music certainly makes me nostalgic for the halcyon days of my youth. =) It also inspires me to reach for ever greater heights.

Cheating Death

This is the remarkable animated tale from "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows:  Part 1," Tale of Three Brothers.  It's narrated by Emma Watson.

The Mood-Altering Effects of Semen

Come again, science of semen?

Despite the lack of direct research, Gallup said he “wouldn’t be a bit surprised” if oral and anal sex provided a mood boost. “There’s no guarantee that all of the ingredients in semen will survive the digestion process and stomach acid, which could conceivably change some of the semen chemistry. But given what we know about birth control pills, most of the hormones should survive.” Regarding anal sex, he added: “My guess would be that the chemicals in semen would be absorbed through the lining of the colon."

So ladies and gentlemen, drink up to better health and mood.

Backpacking Video (by ofsamubry)

This video by Youtube user Ofsamubry reminded me of my backpacking trips in Taiwan. Oh nostalgia... =)

I miss Taiwan and I miss the lush green forests, mountains, and the ocean...

Fleetwood Mac - Rumours

When Stevie Nicks goes high on that "it's only right" part, it gives me chills.


Thanks to "Glee" for reminding the next generation of the classics.

I also liked this scene where Santana professes her love for Brittany (doing a cover of "Songbird" by Fleetwood Mac).:

"Yoga vs. Sex" article by Ricky Tran

Yoga vs. Sex