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Several big earthquakes occurred, starting in Haiti (January 12), followed by Chile (February 27), China (April 15), Taiwan (March 4), and Turkey (March 8), and many smaller earthquakes that had a lesser impact on human life, property and environment (Figure 1: earthquake map for 2010, by USGS). Many wonder if the number of earthquakes is increasing, but scientist say they are not becoming more frequent: (http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eqarchives/year/eqstats.php)

Also, the Icelandic volcano Eyjafalljokull erupted on April 14, forming a massive cloud of volcanic ash (Figure 2) that had an enormous impact on air traffic, with 27 airports closed for many days.

Sitting at a desk all day can be hazardous to your health. Back pain, eyestrain and sleep problems can all be results of increasingly sedentary yet stressful work environments.

The number of physically demanding jobs has dropped to less than 10% from 20% in the 1950s, according a study published by economic and social policy researchers at the Urban Institute, meaning the number of jobs that require some exertion were cut in half, leaving more Americans susceptible to desk-job-related health problems.

Here are six office-related maladies and how they can be prevented.

Wind power works for America and for the earth in many ways, the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) explained today in anticipation of Earth Day.

For some students, physical education classes offer a needed respite from the monotony of shuffling between stuffy classrooms.

For others, they can be treacherous. They can feel singled out or self-conscious about their fitness and body shape in comparison to peers.

A planetary shift is under way. Many sense this shift internally and we perceive that time is accelerating. It’s hard to keep up. We’re constantly bombarded by an ever-increasing number of choices. Emotions peak and ebb to extremes in the span of hours, even minutes. Uncertainty seems to be on the rise about our personal direction and the world’s.

Today Americans are living in a time famine. These are days when many citizens are working hard and laboring long. Some of these Americans become overworked, lethargic or diseased while others shine brightly, move gracefully and accomplish much. This begs the question, what actions support one to embody life and vitality more deeply?