Matthew Tift πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ

@mtift
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I write about technology and contemplative practices. Drupal developer @lullabot. Yoga teacher. Free software advocate. Musicology PhD. Husband, empty nester, and proud Minnesotan.
Websitehttps://matthewtift.com
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@inthehands said, "this is not the talk I wanted to be giving at #minnebar" but that we can't choose the time we live in

At #minnebar today they expect 1,600 (of the 2,000 people who signed up) to attend this free event. They estimate the cost at $50-60/person. I'm very impressed by this event and the enormous team of volunteers.

#minnesota #minnesotaproud #twincities #minnestar

Yoga builds strength, balance, and calm in a way that supports men’s long-term health. Taking care of your body is an act of self-respect. In some cases, yoga can change your life. If you’ve been curious about yoga, this is a good place to start.

https://matthewtift.com/blog/yoga-whole-man

When I first tried yoga, I thought it was just exercise. Over time, I discovered that slowing down, breathing, and connecting were forms of strength too. During this Movember, I have been exploring how yoga and community can support men’s health in real and practical ways.

https://matthewtift.com/blog/movember-lets-talk-about-mens-health-and-yoga

Each July, I take part in a global movement to reduce single-use plastic. I do this not out of guilt or a desire for perfection, but as a practice of presence, care, and alignment with values. This year, I invite you to join me.

https://matthewtift.com/blog/choose-refuse-during-plastic-free-july

#plasticfreejuly #ethics

Since The Marsh re-opened in May 2023, the meditation tower there has become one of my favorite quiet places to meditate.

I used a picture from that room for my recent blog post about "How I Teach to Focus on Reality in Yoga," which was the latest installment of my "How I Teach Yoga" series.

https://matthewtift.com/blog/how-i-teach-focus-reality-yoga

How I Teach to Focus on Reality in Yoga | Matthew Tift

When you step into a yoga class, you might expect a focus on perfect poses or ideal wellness. However, I believe the essence of yoga isn’t about flawless postures or achieving a specific body shape β€” it’s about connecting with yourself and others in a meaningful way. It’s about investigating the nature of reality. This describes a few key aspects of my approach.

I think the live commit at DrupalCon is one of the most significant rituals we have in the Drupal community
Just bought a phone for my daughter from BackMarket. I have been super-impressed with them. And now I see they added a new payment method!