Category: Health & Wellness

Have you ever considered how your body image is impacting your behavior? We can all be self-critical at times.  That’s human nature.  However, is your body image impacting what you do and who you spend your time with? Body image refers to a person’s perception of their own body’s appearance and the emotions associated with…

Introduction Welcome to the fascinating world of chakras! In yoga and spirituality, chakras are energy centers within our bodies that play a significant role in our well-being. Today, we’re diving into the Root Chakra, also known as the Muladhara. This chakra serves as the foundation of the entire chakra system, providing us with a sense…

Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable. Depression can interfere with daily functioning and can lead to a range of physical and emotional symptoms. Causes of Depression There is no single cause of…

Hybrid work is not going away As we continue to navigate the post-COVID waters, one aspect is clear, hybrid work models are not going away. Employers learned, that in many cases, working from home can be very cost effective for business. Benefits to the employer include: Co-workers can work longer shifts Less absenteeism Not having to…

Grieving is inevitable I’ve been thinking a lot about broken hearts recently. Whether it’s death by a thousand cuts over a long period of time or a dramatic, instantaneous loss, heart ache is pulsating in my awareness. Grieving is not a skill that society teaches or supports, particularly here in the Western world. In fact,…

Depression is a serious mental illness that has become highly prevalent in the United States and around the world. Nearly 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression, and it’s estimated that about 15% of people will experience this at some point in their lives. Despite all the knowledge we have on depression, however, there are still…

“Happiness is a choice.” That is the quote I have as part of my email signature. It’s my quote; although I rest assured, I am not the first person to utter those words. I wish I had a buck for every time someone commented on that quote. I think happiness IS a choice. But I’m…

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, such as a natural disaster, a violent assault, a serious accident, or a war. PTSD can impact people from all walks of life, irrespective of age, gender, culture, or background. However, some people may be more likely to develop…

Reiki Reiki is an ancient healing modality that provides stress relief and directs life force energy to the body, allowing it to focus on the areas that need healing and rejuvenation. When you arrive, you’ll lay face up on the reiki bed, fully clothed, and will be provided with a blanket, a pillow, and an…

Be fully present with your meals What if we chose to be fully present with our meals? What if we set aside distractions and tuned in to the simple pleasure of nourishing our bodies? In our fast-paced, technology-driven world, it’s all too common to find ourselves multitasking during meals. Being fully present while eating allows…