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Capoeira Circles and Life Squares
It's 5:49 AM on a Saturday, and I am standing on a circular wooden deck overlooking the Caribbean sea. I turn to the left and right of me.
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
May 14, 20213 min read


Mindful Moments
How can you incorporate mindful practices into your everyday activities? It takes consistent practice to bring your full self to the...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Mar 12, 20212 min read


Accountability and Progress
How is 2021 treating you? We are into the second full week of this year, and much has happened. The rioting of DC stirred the impeachment...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jan 15, 20213 min read


Life, Capoeira, and Faith
What changes have occurred in your life since she arrived at your home? Has Ms. Corona broken...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 23, 20204 min read


When Dark Meets Light
How are you managing this week? As we continue adjusting to social distance practices, it is important that we check-in with each other.
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 9, 20204 min read


Why mornings?
Have you ever experienced a rough couple of days?
This week has been tough. One of my young students passed away.
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Sep 11, 20203 min read


Re: Capoeira and Mindshifts
I am writing this letter to share another resource with you that can help you learn in academic, professional, and personal settings.
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Aug 14, 20203 min read


Life and Death Priorities
What is a priority for you? Completing a day of remote work without getting sidetracked by Netflix is important.
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jul 17, 20204 min read


Use What YOU Have
During this week, with continued pandemic restrictions and massive street protests, you might not feel at your best. Like you, I am tired...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jun 12, 20203 min read


The Last Stand with Capoeira
The Last Stand is a documentary on Netflix about The Chicago Bulls. It tells the story of the 90s team that won six NBA championships...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
May 15, 20203 min read


Mindfulness Madness
What if you could enroll in an online mindful course for free? Although I am sure that you want to leave your home, you will not need to...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
May 8, 20205 min read


Divine Affirmations in Crisis
If you need some good news in your life, this post is for you! Today, I am sharing about a blessing that came to my family amid this...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Apr 10, 20204 min read


Coronavirus BS
I work in a medical school. With the spread of the coronavirus, it is almost impossible to finish a day in the office without hearing the...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Mar 6, 20203 min read


Capoeira Makes Me Lie
I lie to my students. Whenever I receive a new Capoeira student, I tell them, “It will get easier, just keep coming.” The reality is that...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jan 31, 20202 min read


Staying Woke and Getting Sleep
Do you stay woke? I’m not talking about having an awareness of yourself, history, or current injustices. That form of staying woke is...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Aug 30, 20193 min read


Criticism and Growth
She started with, “I like your aura.” “Thank you. It’s nice to meet you,” came my response. We then began to talk about a video I posted...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
May 10, 20192 min read


I Am A Capoeirista
A Capoeirista is someone who trains Capoeira. They represent learning and growing in the music, rituals, self-defense, acrobatics, dance,...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Mar 8, 20193 min read


Only Three Songs
Last Friday, I appeared on a local radio show. The host, Janis Hough, invited me to the show to discuss an introductory Capoeira workshop...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Feb 22, 20193 min read


Capoeira and Community
Twelve showed up on Monday. On the first Capoeira club meeting for the semester at the university, twelve people came to participate. My...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Feb 15, 20192 min read


Your Goals and Capoeira Wisdom
I know that when many people see me training, they think I am crazy. Sure, some are impressed. However, I would argue that a significant...

Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jan 18, 20193 min read
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