Did you know that your breath affects every part of your body? Being aware of how you’re breathing is crucial for good health – come do a reset!
January 19, 2023
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About Laura Araujo
Passionate about accessible education and evidence-based wellness, Laura founded The MAPS Institute, an educational wellness editorial and platform. Aside from her passion for research and educating, Laura is a classically trained vocalist, sound therapist, and a practitioner and teacher of Ashtanga and Restorative Yoga. She is the creator of the MAPS (Mindfulness, Activation, Purpose, and Surrender) philosophy and is in continual pursuit of helping her students and herself find balance amid the chaos around and within them. When not sifting through Nature Magazine, complaining about their paywalls, she enjoys trying new wine varietals, experimenting in the kitchen, riding her bicycle (sometimes cross-country), and spending time with her husband Charlie, cockapoo Miles, and expected baby girl, Ella. Click here to follow the MAPS Institute on social media.
December 15, 2022
It’s easy to wake up in the morning and dread the thought of getting out of bed. It’s another Monday, and all you’re worrying about as you sit up in bed is what might go wrong today? Every day is full of possibilities – but what happens when you focus on inviting the good possibilities in?
December 7, 2022
In this installment of The Practice, Laura guides you toward deeper, better sleep while connecting with your body and breath.You’ll release all tension in every part of your body and prepare for deep rest. In just seven minutes of Yoga Nidra breathing exercises, you’ll relax completely and fall into a deep, restful sleep.
November 28, 2022
Join Laura in reflecting on your relationship with gratitude through this sit practice. You’ll mindfully consider the good in your life, from physical things to spiritual connections, and actively recognize your gratitude for everything in your life. Step away from your stresses for just a moment and appreciate the ordinary, everyday things you might take for granted. Take a moment to thank your body
October 31, 2022
Feeling like “anxious” is your default setting? Take a moment to breathe, reflect, and activate your calm in this meditation practice.
October 25, 2022
Whether it’s allergies, or just that mysterious congestion that wakes you up at 3am unable to breathe through your nostrils, try this trick!
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