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For those of you who find doing balance and strength poses in a room decked out in Buddhist decor with a someone verbally guiding you to let the light in to heart chakra is not your thing, but are still seeking moments of clarity and tranquility within your mind, try rock climbing.   Much like Tai Chi, rock climbing centers the mind away from the external world.  Climbing is usually done in beautiful outdoor destinations away from the hum of city traffic.  There is a natural peacefulness to your setting.  When you are climbing, you don’t think about anything else except for the rock in front of you.  You are harnessed into a rope and your guide has got your back with regards to safety, so any fears or anxiety from safety concerns dissappear.  Your mind is focused on finding the next hand or foot holds.  You don’t have an opportunity to think about that looming report deadline, what the stocks are doing, or how are the kids going to get to soccer practice next Thursday, you are very present in the moment.  Stress and anxiety melt away as you focus on the route up the rock before you.  When you get to the top, there is rush of feelings of accomplishment and exhiliration.  Even though you  may be physically fatigued, your mind will feel rejuvenated just from having the time to shut out external stress quiet down and have a singular focus.  Usually when you get to the top, you are rewarded with some outstanding views.  Rock climbing is a great alternative to yoga and a fun and different way to experience the outdoors.