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Shoulder joints are susceptible to various injuries involving numerous tissues, such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, bones, nerves and blood vessels. But keep in mind that the degree of the shoulder pain is not always commensurate with the seriousness of the injury. Some serious injuries can generate only mild-to-moderate pain, whereas relatively minor sprains and strains can cause severe short-term pain. As such, get your doctor to examine your shoulder pain to make sure that it's stable enough to participate in yoga classes. Your doctor may take x-rays of the shoulder joint or send you for an MRI or CT scan to get a better idea of what's causing your shoulder pain. Less serious causes of shoulder pain that could possibly benefit from yoga exercises / positions include mild ligament sprains, bursitis and osteoarthritis (the wear and tear type); mild-to-moderate muscle strains and contusions (bruises). Shoulder injuries and conditions not appropriate for yoga include glenohumeral dislocations, acromioclavicular separations, inflammatory arthritis (rheumatoid), advanced osteoarthritis, nerve impingement, severely torn ligaments or tendons, and any type of bone fracture or tumor. Yoga involves a number of poses or positions that put pressure on the shoulder girdle. If your shoulder pain is caused by an injury or condition that makes the shoulder joint unstable (severe arthritis, cartilage tear, nerve impingement, broken bones, dislocation), then joining a yoga class is not a good idea at all. Get your family physician, chiropractor, physiotherapist or even personal trainer at the gym to assess your shoulder for stability, which includes testing it for normal range of motion and strength. If your painful shoulder has near full range of motion and strength, then doing yoga poses that put weight on your upper body is likely okay and maybe even beneficial. Too much movement in the shoulder joint is the hallmark sign of instability and usually caused by severely stretched or torn ligaments surrounding the joint capsule. Reduced range of motion in the shoulder is often caused by arthritis, cartilage damage, excessive scar tissue or build-up of inflammation. Yoga postures require a base level of strength, flexibility, balance, body awareness, and coordination to accomplish. Doing the postures without proper alignment can increase your risk of a musculoskeletal injury. While standing, reach around the front of your body to the opposite elbow or wrist. Gently pull across your chest until you feel a stretch in the corresponding shoulder. Hold for 30 seconds and do at least 3x daily. Also while standing, reach behind your back and grab the wrist or elbow of the other arm (the one with shoulder pain). Slowly pull down until you feel a good stretch in the affected shoulder. Again, hold for 30 seconds and do at least 3x daily. Good strengthening exercises for your shoulders include rowing, swimming, push-ups and pull-ups. You can modify these exercises or use assistive devices to make them easier if you are not ready to bear weight on your shoulder. Recreational activities that can strengthen and mobilize your shoulders include tennis, bowling and archery.

summary: Consult with your family physician. Make sure your shoulder is stable and functional. Consider light exercises and stretches before attending yoga classes.

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As previously noted, Jesus saved the soul from the consequences of sin by sacrificing Himself on the cross. You must make a conscious decision to accept the offer of salvation before your soul can truly be free, however. If you haven't done so already, ask Christ to come into your life, forgive your sins, and set you free. This is a crucial first step. Without relying on Christ to free you from original sin, you'll still be captive to sin in all its forms. Doing the right thing out of a sense of duty is legalism, and it isn't what God wants. God wants your love. If you come to love God more than you love your sins and the temporary pleasures those sins bring, you will naturally begin to shift away from your sinful nature. Focus on doing good worksthe works of the Spiritbefore worrying about avoiding wicked works of the flesh. When you fix your eyes on that which is good, you are less likely to be drawn toward that which is evil. When addressing a specific sin or temptation, overcome that evil with something good. For instance, do something nice for someone you love instead of simply telling yourself to stop stewing in anger toward someone else. Acting on the impulse to do something good can distract you from an otherwise bad impulse to do bad more effectively than doing nothing would. Habitual sins embed themselves into a person's life in a way that makes them difficult to acknowledge. You may tell yourself that a particular sin is nothing more than a "bad habit" and, as such, isn't that serious. Breaking free from that sin and a lifestyle of sin can only happen once you acknowledge just how serious your own sins are. All sin is evil and falls short of God's holiness. This includes both the littlest lie and the most gruesome murder. Addiction support groups usually ask their members to begin by admitting to the addiction. A person cannot fix a problem until he or she admits to having it. In the same way, you can only break away from sin by admitting to the sins you've committed. Promise God that you will intentionally avoid sin and seek good. You will inevitably mess up sometimes, but the intention to stay on the right path must be firm and true. If you are unable to make this vow, you may need to do some soul-searching. If your desire to resist sin still isn't sincere and that lack of sincerity is causing you to hesitate, pray to God, asking Him to give you the right heart and mind to abandon your sinful lifestyle and turn to a life in the Spirit. One of the biggest powers you have against sin in your life is the Word of God. Study the Scriptures regularly. Your goal should be purity of understanding rather than mere memorization. A thorough understanding of God's Word can help you identify sin more readily and prepare for the temptations and traps that could lead you there. Moreover, regular Bible study can also strengthen your faith and make you more aware of God's promises. As your understanding of God's love increases, your desire to love the things that God loves will increase, too, making it easier to resist that which is wicked. Ask God to guide your steps and help you avoid sin. Pray in this manner continually, regardless of whether or not you are actively facing a present temptation. Prayer of all kind is a useful tool in the fight against sin, even when you don't specifically pray for strength against temptation. Through prayer, you can communicate with God, which allows you to grow in your relationship with Him. As your love for God deepens, your interest in sin will usually fade away more effectively.

summary: Turn to Christ. Love God more than you love sin. Recognize the seriousness of your own sin. Vow to resist sin in your heart. Embed the Word of God in your mind. Pray with sincerity and devotion.

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Using the ratio for a larger batch, make your hot mint tea. Just place the mint leaves in a large heat-safe bowl and pour the boiling water directly over the top. Allow to steep. To make a single serving, use the same mintwater ratio and method as you would for a mug of hot mint tea. Once the tea is ready, squeeze the lemon juice into the tea, making sure you don't get any seeds in the tea. Add your sweetener of choice, to taste, if you want sweet tea. Stir vigorously to break down the sugar particles. Agave nectar also works well as a liquid sweetener and honey substitute. Once it's cool, strain the tea into a pitcher and discard the used mint leaves. Refrigerate until it's cold. When the tea has chilled, and you are ready to serve it, fill your glasses with ice. Thinly slice a cucumber and add a few slices to each glass. Pour the tea and enjoy.
summary: Make your mint tea. Stir in sweetener and lemon. Let the tea cool to room temperature. Serve over ice with cucumber.