Vibrant health is a state of mind. I learned that thirty years ago from my doctor, who taught me that I am more than just my body. The lessons he gifted to me showed me that my attitude and how I think and feel has everything to do with the degree of health, vibrancy, and success I can achieve. I also learned how to clear my mind of everyday fears…
The world can be hectic at times. It seems that the more advanced our technology becomes, the more things we have to keep crammed into our heads. The more we become connected to others, the more that connectivity becomes a distraction from many of the tasks we are trying to accomplish. For these reasons, mindfulness and meditation have become part of a daily practice for many people. Stillness and silence,…
Change is inevitable. It is happening all around us, every second of every day. As the New Year approaches, we will once again bear witness to change. New Year’s Day symbolizes more than just a flip of the calendar page. It brings with it new beginnings, opportunities, a chance to reflect and grow. In actuality, we get these chances every day. But we are often so wrapped up in our…
Breath is a powerful thing. It is the very thing that gives us life, but beyond that, breathing can be a way to create inner peace, feel calmer, and center yourself during stressful situations. It also helps heighten your awareness of your surroundings, alleviates anger, quiets inner chaos, and has even been known to help lower blood pressure. Over time, stress, anxiety, and the daily pressure of our lives can…
Food is Love: A Mindful Diet to Nourish the Mind, Body, and Spirit Food is love. That’s why it’s important to eat mindfully; so that our bodies will be healthy and full of the energy we need. What we feed it determines how it treats us. We need our bodies to be in optimum health because they are the vehicles that we go through life in. Everything we ingest acts…
Self-care is one of the most important aspects for creating mental and physical wellbeing, but too often we neglect ourselves. You’re busy caring for others, you’re working, you’re going to school…but whatever it is you’re doing, you still need to take time to nurture yourself. To be more mindful of your own care, treat yourself the way you would a small child. If you were in charge of the wellbeing…
Ever wondered why everyone stresses so much about eating with the seasons? Why your mom always cooked pumpkin during the fall, gave the tangy flavor of lemon in most dishes during summer, and your kitchen was always filled with cucumber and radishes during spring? The answer is simple and right in front of our eyes – eating seasonally carries benefits to your health, the planet, as well as your wallet….
Too often, we neglect the wellness of our memory in the midst of our ongoing physical care. But as we age, it becomes increasingly important to safeguard our memory’s health, just as much as any physical aspect of our health. Because a healthy life stems from a good balance between the mind and the body. The tips below will help you keep your memory active and invigorated, so you can…
The holidays can put a strain on even the best relationships, causing stress at a time when you should be celebrating. It is a time of year when you are likely to take on too much and find yourself running from one errand to the next, trying desperately to complete your “to do” list when you should ideally be enjoying the love and companionship of friends and family. When it…
Ah the holidays, that wonderful time of year when we get together with our families and reminisce over old stories, enjoy leisurely meals together and spend time outdoors taking advantage of the cooler weather for walks in the woods and playing with our grandchildren. But what if your family gatherings don’t quite look like a Norman Rockwell painting? What if you dread the thought of Aunt Edna criticizing your hair,…
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