Yoga is increasingly practiced like a workout you can win. The deeper the stretch, the stronger the flow, the more legitimate the practice seems to feel. Classes are bookmarked by peak poses, timed holds, and physical milestones that resemble athletic…
The vagus nerve is one part of the body that deserves daily attention. It’s the longest cranial nerve in the body, extending from the brainstem, through the neck and chest, down to the belly and pelvic floor. While the vagus…
We’ve all heard of breathwork, but have you ever actually tried it? Simply put, breathwork is the practice of taking your breath from an unconscious to a conscious state. Whether you want to kick off your day right, calm your…
Work, household workload, social relations, etc… It all begins to add up and definitely does not invite relaxation. However, according to estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO), by 2030, “stress-related pathologies will become the most debilitating and widespread health…
For those of us struggling to achieve spiritual awakening and peace of mind naturally, there is no better time than the present to include meditating into our self-care routine. However, to many, the concept of sitting still in silence—concentrating on…
Negative thoughts are unfortunately ever-present in our daily lives. It’s probably easier said than done, but it is possible to better control your mind to protect it from dark thoughts and other anxiety-provoking thoughts. We repeat: it is possible, but complex, especially when…
As a key leader in the wellness industry, Gwyneth Paltrow launched her Goop site in 2008, which, if at first was just a simple newsletter has become within a decade a complete lifestyle, where you can find a mix of…
Some days are more likely to guarantee peak stress. What if, rather than giving in to a stressful day, we learn to restore calm, and prioritize our mental health? Below we share some soothing remedies to free ourselves from negative…
Stress is an inevitable part of life. It can even be a positive thing, inspiring us to kick our focus into high gear. But not all stress is created equally. If you find yourself often overly stressed out and tense,…
Yoga mats can make all the difference in your workout. A good yoga mat can transform a tedious stretching session into a moment of soothing practice, allowing you to direct your focus on each pose and really calm your mind…
When anxiety creeps up on you, you just want it gone. You can’t necessarily stop yourself from ever having anxious thoughts, but you can teach yourself how to manage them. This is where meditation comes in handy. Meditation can help…
One of the greatest challenges we face living in the 21st century is all of the evolving technology. We must figure out how to use technology to our advantage, rather than becoming dependent on it, which many of us are.…
