There’s no better time than National Yoga Awareness Month! WHY DO YOU MOVE? When you think of starting a new exercise regimen, what’s the first motivation that comes to mind? Typically, it’s to gain some sort of physical benefit — whether that’s to lose weight, to gain muscle, to get faster, or perhaps to overcome...
More of us than ever are working from home. That can blur certain boundaries and lead to work-life imbalance. Here are a few tools you can deploy to recharge your physical and mental health. 1. Meet yourself where you are. Some days are going to be harder than others. So what can you do? Give...
It’s one thing to have a positive mindset when there’s no turmoil and life is chugging along at status quo. But it’s a lot harder when times are tough. And guess what? That’s OK. Give yourself some grace, and use these strategies to turn stress into strength. 1. Schedule both social time and alone time....
We all know running is great for physical health. But did you know it can boost mental health, too? That’s partly because it helps us find a state of mind called “flow.” What is flow state? Flow is an optimal state where we feel and perform our best. Sometimes called “being in the zone,” it’s...
Stress: it’s one of those things we tend to automatically label as “bad.” But what if we looked at it from a different point of view? What if we learned to understand it better — and even use it as a constructive tool? What is stress, really? Stress is a signal in our brains and...
When most people think of meditation, they picture just one thing: sitting quietly and clearing your mind. But did you know there are lots of different styles of meditation? Some help you relax or go to sleep. Others help you focus, cultivate compassion, or develop more awareness. All meditation styles have great benefits for your...
Meditation has become a trendy topic over the past few decades. But did you know it’s not just one thing? There are many different styles of meditation, and all of them can be extremely beneficial for mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Some styles of meditation help you enter new states of consciousness–like relaxation, sleep, or...
Did you know that self-awareness can lead to less stress, more happiness, better focus, andincreased cognition? Use these strategies to discover your true wants, needs, and readinesslevel. The result: a new daily routine that helps you lead a life full of meaningful experiences. Discover what you want.The first thing to be more aware of is...
Most of us aren’t strangers to setbacks. But regardless of how small (or big) these roadblocks may be, it doesn’t mean you have to call it quits. Here are three ways setbacks can actually propel you forward. 1. Setbacks can provide purpose and shift your motivation.Pay attention to how setbacks can peel back the layers...
Zoning out in meetings. Reaching for your third cup of coffee. Doomscrolling your social feed. These are all signs you need an energy refresh. Your body has a limited energy budget. You can’t expect to spin your wheels all day without refilling the tank. The good news is that energy is a renewable resource. Here...