The gentle burbling of a brook, or the sound of the wind in the trees can physically change our mind and bodily systems, helping us to relax. New research explains how, for the first time. Read More
There may have been times in your own life when you have felt that physical sensation we refer to as “heartache.” This feeling of pressure or discomfort in the chest and throat may occur when Read More
Meditation is exploring. It’s not a fixed destination. Your head doesn’t become vacuumed free of thought, utterly undistracted. It’s a special place where each and every moment is momentous. When we meditate we venture into Read More
If you’ve just purchased a new home your mind is probably racing. While closing on a house is cause for celebration, you’ve still probably got a lot on your plate and you may even feel Read More
If suffering from stress has become a standard part of your life, so much so that you are used to it and can’t think of or remember a time when you weren’t feeling this way, Read More
Stress contributes to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, and many other physical and mental ailments. A recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry showed that people who received eight weeks of mindfulness-based interventions Read More
Your loved ones deserve the best chance they can get when it comes to fighting addiction. Regardless of the nature of the addiction, some types of treatment are often helpful across the board. One such Read More
Complementary medicine has been around for thousands of years. In fact, practices such as Ayurveda date back to the 6th century B.C. And because the world has shifted toward a more health-conscious mindset, these ancient Read More
Mindfulness is the state of being more present and aware of what you sense, feel and experience. It’s a great way to cope with stress and relax. Researchers are exploring the effects of diet, exercise, age, psychological stress, and other factors on the immune response, both in animals and in humans. In the meantime, general healthy-living strategies like mindfulness make sense, the practice comes with other proven health benefits.
Practicing gratitude is a good antidote for stress as well. In studies, burned-out healthcare workers who performed acts of gratitude — such as remembering three good things or writing gratitude letters — reported positive effects on their well-being after a few weeks.
Throughout our days we tend to notice more things that are not going well and pay little attention to positive moments. We are likely to feel better when, in the midst of a hectic day, we recognize and remind ourselves about all the gifts we have in life.
