Yoga

lululemon Backs The Trevor Project and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to Support Suicide Prevention Efforts Among LGBTQ Youth During Pride Month

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Monday, June 6, 2022

NEW YORK, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Trevor Project, the world's largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) young people; the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness; and lululemon athletica inc., the technical athletic apparel and footwear company, today announced its expansion of its multi-year collaboration and support to bring awareness to the unique mental health challenges faced by LGBTQ youth, and to help end LGBTQ youth suicide.

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  • This Pride season, lululemon is working with The Trevor Project and NAMI to shine a light on the mental health disparities faced by LGBTQ youth and support life-saving crisis intervention services.
  • "We're living through a mental health crisis that is unrivaled in modern times," said Jessica Edwards, Chief Development Officer at NAMI.
  • "Our young people have been disproportionately affected, and the impact on LGBTQ youth has been even worse.
  • The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness.

Baptist Health South Florida and Mind Body Social kick off in-person, 55+ wellness series in Palm Beach County

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

MIAMI, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Baptist Health South Florida in partnership with Mind Body Social Events announced today the start of in-person, wellness programming for the 55+ community throughout Palm Beach County.

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  • MIAMI, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Baptist Health South Florida in partnership with Mind Body Social Events announced today the start of in-person, wellness programming for the 55+ community throughout Palm Beach County.
  • The 55+ Wellness Series powered by Baptist Health Foundation encourages healthy behavior and fosters preventive care while adapting to lifestyle changes.
  • In line with Baptist Health South Florida's standing commitment to offering easily accessible wellness programs around South Florida, the 55+ Wellness Series powered by Baptist Health Foundationfeatures a selection of fitness classes curated by the Mind Body Social team including: Zumba, Tai Chi, Yoga, Jazzercise, and Barre, among others.
  • For more information on Baptist Health South Florida, visit www.baptisthealth.net or follow @baptisthealthsf on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Kripalu Introduces "It's All Yoga" Brand Campaign To Ignite Personal Transformation

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. , June 1, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, now in its 50th year as North America's leading yoga retreat center and educational nonprofit, today introduced a new brand campaign, entitled "IT'S ALL YOGA." The campaign reinforces Kripalu's signature approach to guiding people through self-transformation—extending beyond the physical practice of yoga to heal and revitalize mind, body, and spirit.

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  • The campaign reinforces Kripalu's signature approach to guiding people through self-transformationextending beyond the physical practice of yoga to heal and revitalize mind, body, and spirit.
  • "Kripalu's 'It's All Yoga' brand campaign demonstrates how yoga is more than just poses on a mat but a way of life, rooted in ancient wisdom," said Tracy Williams, senior director of marketing, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health.
  • "The word 'Kripalu' means compassion, and compassion is behind everything we do.
  • About Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to serving people and communities in realizing their full potential through the transformative wisdom and practice of yoga.

Karmanos granted Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds to continue support for cancer caregivers

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation announced the award through the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds in May.

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  • The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation announced the award through the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds in May.
  • Karmanos will utilize the award to continue and enhance programming for cancer caregivers in metro Detroit.
  • "We support cancer caregivers throughout our community, whether they are friends of one of our cancer patients or family," said Kathleen Hardy, LMSW, oncology social worker at Karmanos Cancer Institute's Lawrence and Idell Weisberg Cancer Center in Farmington Hills.
  • The first Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds awarded to Karmanos assisted in starting the Cancer Caregiver Community Program in 2017 .

UFC GYM® Announces Partnership with Piatt Companies to Expand Footprint in Pennsylvania with State-of-the-Art UFC GYM® Pittsburgh

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

PITTSBURGH, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UFC GYM®, the first major brand extension of UFC®, today announced that the company has partnered with Western Pennsylvania real estate developer and management company Piatt Companies (formerly Millcraft Investments) to develop a new 40,000-square-foot UFC GYM Pittsburgh facility. The multi-million-dollar club will be located at 236 Fifth Ave. in Downtown Pittsburgh and will be the third UFC GYM location in the state and first in Western Pennsylvania to provide functional fitness, MMA-inspired conditioning classes and access to world-class facilities.

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  • "This is an exciting time for us at UFC GYM as we partner with Piatt Companies to introduce UFC GYM to the Pittsburgh community," said UFC GYM Chief Executive Officer Adam Sedlack.
  • As part of the partnership, Piatt Companies will introduce former Pittsburgh Steeler Ryan Shazier as the UFC GYM Pittsburgh ambassador.
  • "We are excited to be opening UFC GYM in Downtown Pittsburgh and partnering with Ryan as our ambassador," said Lucas Piatt, CEO of Piatt Companies.
  • In addition to its corporate-owned clubs, UFC GYM offers the opportunity to own and operate a franchise domestically and internationally through the UFC GYM or UFC FIT model.

Perlmutter Blames Myopic, Enfeebled Educational System For Inviting the Disintegration of American Culture and Civilization

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

AVERILL PARK, N.Y., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yoga Philosopher and founder of the American Meditation Institute Leonard Perlmutter (Ram Lev) today urged the nation to challenge every level of our educational system––from pre-K to advanced post-graduate degree programs––and to reimagine today's painfully limited paradigm of education, which is based on mere memorization and recitation as the pathway to diploma and job. To explain his own contribution to the development of a more beneficial education system that provides critical thinking skills to resolve all of life's 21st century challenges, Perlmutter will teach a special six-session, CME certified Foundation Course for optimizing the human mind and Conscience on Tuesdays, June 14 through July 19, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:30pm ET on Zoom.

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  • "True solutions to every challenge, Perlmutter claims, "do not begin on the chess board, they begin in the mind of the chess player.
  • As a result, their stress and burnout are diminished, their creativity is enhanced, and the body's immune system is strengthened.
  • The American Meditation Institute is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization devoted to the teaching and practice of Yoga Science, meditation and its allied disciplines as mind/body medicine.
  • AMI also publishes "Transformation, a quarterly journal of Yoga Science as holistic mind/body medicine.

W HOTELS MAKES WAVES WITH THE OPENING OF W ALGARVE

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

BETHESDA, Md., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the highly anticipated opening of W Algarve. Perched atop Southern Portugal's iconic cliffs, the latest hotel to join the brand's family of W Escapes brings a vibrant, unexpected new energy to the coastal town, offering a juxtaposed blend of seaside relaxation, with exuberant, social energy.

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  • W Algarve Marks the Brand's Portuguese Debut, Giving Sunseekers a New Reason to Visit the Region with Energetic Beats and Striking Flavours
    BETHESDA, Md., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the highly anticipated opening of W Algarve.
  • W Algarve welcomes visitors with 134 west-facing guest rooms and suites, alongside 83 W-branded Residences, which incorporate natural hues and tactile finishes.
  • W Hotels Worldwide is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International.
  • From The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis to W Hotels and more, Marriott Bonvoy has more luxury offerings than any other travel program.

MindMaze Expands and Strengthens Global Leadership Team with Five Key Leadership Appointments

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

We are pleased to welcome Patricia, Sue, Shefali, Stefanie and Nils as key members of our team at this pivotal stage of growth and expansion.

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  • We are pleased to welcome Patricia, Sue, Shefali, Stefanie and Nils as key members of our team at this pivotal stage of growth and expansion.
  • In her new role as CCO, she will be the global head of commercial strategy and report to the CEO as a member of the senior leadership team.
  • Stefanie will expand the sales team across key European countries and will be responsible for the development and execution of the key account management strategy across these markets.
  • Founded in 2012, MindMaze is a global leader in brain technology and digital neurotherapeutic solutions for brain health and recovery.

Spiritual Entrepreneur and World Traveler, Kendall Fuhrman, Takes the Strongest Psychedelic in the World, Learns to Find Her Medicine Within and Writes a Spiritual Memoir all before the age of 25

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Saturday, May 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Podcast host, author, content creator and entrepreneur, Kendall Fuhrman announced the upcoming release and presale of her new book, "You Are The Medicine," via a multitiered Indiegogo campaign. The campaign comes complete with stretch goals, rewards for backers, and an upcoming spiritual retreat in Peru hosted by the author.

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  • The campaign comes complete with stretch goals, rewards for backers, and an upcoming spiritualretreat in Peru hosted by the author.
  • I share my journey's darkest momentsand most beautiful revelations, all with the hope of helping you on your own spiritual journey."
  • Kendall will also host an upcoming spiritual retreat in Peru, following the same journey recounted in the "You Are The Medicine."
  • Listen to her podcast, Kendall's World for fun travel stories, mindset tips, and enlightening spiritual episodes with incredible guests!

Increase Your Home's Value

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

MISSION, Kan., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family Features) Whether you've purchased a new house or are just looking to invest in what is likely your largest asset, home improvements can make your living space more comfortable, functional and stylish.

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  • Consider these popular upgrade ideas to create a space built for your family's needs that can also increase resale value down the line.
  • At the height of the pandemic, many professionals found themselves working remotely a trend that continued as restrictions were lifted.
  • In fact, 46% of survey respondents listed a dedicated office space as a must-have when purchasing a new home.
  • Don't forget to add flairs of personality like artwork, knick-knacks or photos of loved ones to make it your own.