Health & Wellness
Your mental health is vital to your overall health and wellness — and stress management is critical to your mental health! These articles will help educate you about these complex subjects and teach practical ways to cope with daily challenges.
By Laura Araujo
administrator
Have you found yourself dreaming about an escape, a holiday, or just time away from your delightful, albeit time-consuming kiddos? While it may not be tropical or come with one of those drinks with umbrellas – a meditation retreat may be just what you’ve been dreaming of. The best part? You don’t need to jet off to a monastery, you can create your own retreat from the comfort of your home.
By Laura Araujo
administrator
Have you ever felt as though you perceived certain sensations in your body? This could translate to breathing, the beating of your heart, the need to go to the bathroom (yes, number one or two), sexual arousal, or even butterflies. These sensations, very different from our other five senses, were once fondly referred to as Gemeingefül, or “common sensation” by early German physiologists.
By Lauren Hoffmeier
expert
If there is one lesson we’ve taken from the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been the need to breathe. But that applies to more than just us as adults. The practice of consciously breathing, or pranayama, is just as crucial for our kids!
By Laura Araujo
administrator
At the end of the day we have to make a choice. Do we engage in an activity that is going to temporarily make us feel relaxed, but ultimately is exacerbating our strained nervous system’s inclination to function sympathetically – or do we choose an activity that will help our nervous system to truly restore, and recharge. At the end of a long day, we desire to feel rested – and so choosing carefully is important.
By Laura Araujo
administrator
For a moment, picture yourself outside on a warm, sunny day. Imagine you’re barefoot and running through a field of lush, soft grass. You might even find the corners of your mouth turning up toward your ears thinking about it. Feel-good elements aside, there are unquestionable benefits to spending time outside. These benefits include increased
By Carrie Hauskens
expert
Grief is awkward, and tragic, but can even be beautiful – if only we are bold enough to share our story.
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