Yoga, an ancient Indian practice that integrates physical exercise, breathing exercises and meditation, has become an increasingly popular lifestyle choice in recent years, often touted for its health-giving properties. But what exactly is it? Yoga has been practiced for over 5,000 years. Its aim is to unite body, mind, breath and awareness through breathing techniques […]
Spiritual awakening occurs when someone experiences a fundamental shift in their beliefs and perceptions about the world around them, often with significant life-altering results that bring greater insight and inner peace. While experiencing such change may be challenging at first, the end result can bring clarity and an abundance of possibilities. At this time of […]
Rehab success depends on a range of factors, including treatment type, length of stay in rehab and an individual's level of commitment. While some may struggle to overcome addiction through rehabilitation programs, others excel and achieve long-term sobriety after successfully going through rehab. People tend to perceive rehab success solely in terms of sobriety. This […]
Living with intention means making plans, exploring your purpose, and being mindful in each moment. Doing this is an effective way to reduce stress levels, make an impactful difference on others' lives, and increase self-awareness - but taking the steps needed to become intentional takes time and practice each day; here you will learn about […]
Natural living encompasses many areas, spanning nutrition & health, alternative medicine, organic farming and eco-consciousness. What constitutes "natural" is subjective to each individual depending on personal circumstances, income and community circumstances - however most individuals who opt for living a more eco-conscious life strive towards certain principles they hope to adhere to in their lifestyle […]
Personal development plans (PDPs) are tools used to assist you in reaching your goals. It outlines your strengths, weaknesses and planned actions towards meeting them - it may be used for anything from career goals or where you wish to live to personal relationships and more. Setting both short-term and long-term goals keeps you focused […]
Your gym experience has taught you to appreciate the sound of iron clanking together in your gym and the thrill of performing heavy triples, but sometimes your energy gets depleted and endurance training becomes necessary - but an internal voice keeps reminding you it could eat away at muscle mass and undermine strength gains. Endurance […]
Holistic nutrition is an approach to eating that focuses on providing your body with essential nutrients through food sources and how it impacts you physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. Hippocrates said in 5th Century BC, "Let food be your medicine". Holistic nutritionists specialize in helping their clients understand how the foods they eat affect their […]
Physical wellness refers to being in good physical and mental health and active. A physically healthy individual gets adequate rest, consumes nutritious meals, and participates in moderate-intense physical exercise for most or all days of the week (ideally all). They also ensure regular medical check-ups are scheduled and engage in safe sexual behaviors. Physical wellness […]
Body positivity is a movement focused on accepting and loving all bodies regardless of shape, size, skin tone and gender. It emphasizes understanding how media messages may shape how we view ourselves and rethinking negative thoughts that make us feel bad about our bodies. In addition, body positivity recognizes other parts of identity such as […]
