Evenings | From the beginning of time, a richly colored twinge of dusk touching the eastern horizon, the lengthening of shadows, and the appearance of the evening's first star have let us know that it was time to rest, relax, and retire from the pressures of the day. For human beings and other living things that tend to be most active in daylight, evenings can be less hectic and more relaxing, as we prepare for sleep and spend quality time with our loved ones. But evenings are about much more than dinner and the feel of a cool, soft pillow. Evenings are a wonderful time to catalog the events of the day without distraction, to revel in gentle solitude or silence, to end the day in serenity, and to commune with your inner self. There are many ways to turn the evening into a nurturing and soul enriching experience. A simple stroll through the realms of dusk and darkness can show you two different worlds: one winding down and one just coming to life. In the evening, the sounds we humans make begin to diminish, and the sounds of earth's more nocturnal creatures and nature itself become more apparent. As night slowly falls, scents change, and the smell of the soil and greenery become magnified. Sky gazing in the evenings can be a meditative activity -- one that reminds us that we are only one part of an infinitely complex and vast universe. Each night, the different phases of the moon show us the passage of time and the waxing and waning of life, as its glowing visage -- whether in the shape of a circle, crescent, or a smile -- bathes the world in an ethereal, wistful glow. As crickets chirp and night birds cry out, evening rituals and routines can make your day feel complete, help you unwind from the day's busyness, and pave the way for rejuvenating sleep. Rituals and routines help you say goodnight to the present day, so you can look forward to the next one. While the sun sets, try doing a series of stretches, lighting some candles, or watching the daylight fade. The soothing, natural beauty of each evening can be your backdrop, as you meditate, quiet your soul, and relax into the peace and stillness that can be found at day's end. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Brianne Grogan Struggling with your tummy area when it comes to toning and looking for a fun workout to target this problem zone? This 7-day course may be exactly what you're looking for. Led by Health Coach, Dr. Brianne Grogan, you'll be guided through quick workouts that are specifically designed to give anyone the flat, toned tummy they desire without doing a single traditional sit-up. These doctor-designed workouts not only help you wake up your deepest core muscles and flatten your belly, but they also strengthen and protect your back while safely stabilizing your pelvis. All you need is 10 minutes of effort a day, let's get you started! Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. The 2 Week Fascia Miracle 2. A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self 3. How and When to Leave a Relationship 4. No Sit-Up Abs Workout 5. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days 6. Meditative Painting to Heal Your Life 7. Belly Dancing Goddess Workout 8. A Year of Rumi 9. Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain 10. Clearing Physical and Emotional Clutter
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