When you hear the word 'meditation,' you may think of people who have disconnected from mainstream society. Daily meditation may seem pointless. You may find it impossible to sit in a spot and do nothing. However, it has benefits for your happiness and health. So who should practice it? What Is Daily Meditation? Meditation stresses awareness of yourself and your surroundings. It means…
All sorts of fine arts have been used as excellent tools for stress relief for many years now. The healing properties of colors have been studied and proven, and many psychologists tend to recommend the usage of coloring pages or mandala coloring as a technique for relaxation, stress relief, and even meditation. Many of us had forgotten the awesome feeling we had when…
There has never been a better time to pursue a massage therapy career. This is because the demand for massage therapy is increasing as baby boomers retire. Fifty years ago, few would have thought of following massage therapy career. Almost no one could have imagined that someone could get certified after attending a massage school. Since many retirees look to massage as a…
Are you looking for ways to relax and take a short break? Everyone serves to benefit from a little more relaxation. The only problem is that we live in a fast-paced world, and relaxing generally requires time we don’t have. If you can pencil in a few five-minute breaks throughout the day where you can stop what you’re doing and focus on something…
Relaxation techniques can really help you with your everyday stress. Our schedules have become a series of running from one task or activity to the next. Demands on our time are really quite outrageous, so it makes sense why we have time neither for relaxation techniques nor any other self-soothing activities! We do not get enough sleep; we are inhaling caffeine and energy drinks…
Did you know that your legs, your feet and hands have thousands of nerve endings in them? And each one can be used to stimulate your whole body? Foot reflexology is an alternative healing method that has been used for centuries to help with problems disassociated from your feet. Foot reflexology is simple and effective for a lot of people, and all it…
With everyday stresses putting pressure on all of our lives, it sometimes becomes hard to feel motivated and with the weight of the world on your shoulders, you may become unhappy with your life. Meditation and Mindfulness are two approaches that are generally associated with relaxation and appreciating the world around you. However, they can also be used as a part of everyday…
While many are picking up expensive gym memberships, and enrolling at name-brand studios to get started on their new year's resolution. Here’s a tip, you don’t have to! Try winter yoga instead! Yoga is an incredibly beneficial exercise for your winter tune-up. No matter your age, ailments, or previous health issues, yoga can help you become fit without breaking your bank (or touching…