Showing posts with label prison. Show all posts
Showing posts with label prison. Show all posts

Friday, January 4, 2013

Prison Yoga Proves Its Value

Here is an exceptional article and set of photographs published by the New York Times about the practice of yoga in correctional facilities.

Finding a Center in Prison


My initial reaction was so anti-Zen.  Why is the city of Richmond spending tax payer money to teach prisoners yoga?

After reading the article and a bit of reflection, the answer to that question is clear.