Aldea Explores Series – The Rhythms of Life: Chi, Work, Rest, and Recovery

Energy Flows This principle of a driving life force is, of course, common to many cultures and religious traditions. In Japan it is called “ki,” and in India, “prana” or “shakti.” The ancient Egyptians referred to it as “ka” and the ancient Greeks as “pneuma.” For Native Americans it is the “Great Spirit” and for […]

The Rhythms of Life – Week One: Why Rhythms Matter – Podcast and Reflective Journal

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Aldea Explores Series – The Rhythms of Life: Rhythm Matters

Rhythm Matters Here I think it is important to talk about rhythm. In some ways, the concept of ‘rhythm’ is, in fact, even more important than that of ‘time’. Previously, our physical strength set the limits, which meant that regular pauses were necessary, building a rhythm into our days. Cultural and religious practices, fixed working […]