Think — Relax

There are many discussions and speculations about mental health issues and how people’s lives continue to suffer from poor mental health. Conditions of insomnia, depression, poor cardiac health, sleep apnea, etc., are commonly reported. Amidst this chaos, the natural healing system of yoga acts as a boon for the heart, mind, and body.How so? Let us look at the five ways through which yoga has proven to be highly beneficial at improving and supporting the mental health of an individual. A Transitional Shift from Sympathetic to Parasympathetic Nervous System The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for triggering the unconscious reactions...

The start of the day is something that should never be underestimated. Growing research shows that making the most of your morning at the initial jump-off of, results in a more productive work ethic, a clear and creative mind, and improvement in your overall well-being. There is no denying the fact that how you choose to spend your morning sets the tone for your entire day. By making it a focus to begin the a.m. with a spark of passion, you are able to carry that positive energy throughout the day, eventually falling into an effortless flow. Rather than starting...

It needs no introduction; meditation is widely known as a universal panacea for our wellbeing. With its origins tracing back to India in 1500 BCE, meditation is a central practice in Taoism, Buddhism and has been adopted and developed by people of all beliefs and backgrounds over the centuries. As eastern philosophy made its way into the west, science has measured the long-known benefits of meditation and many of the world’s most successful people are advocates of this daily ritual. “Meditating is also a means for you to move beyond your analytical mind so that you can access your subconscious...

Ayurveda translates as “the science of life” (Ayur = life, Veda = science or knowledge). Said to be over 5,000 years old, it is the traditional healing system of India, though it has been practiced in the U.S. for only about 30 years. It views the human being as an interplay of mind, body, and spirit, and its purpose is to heal and maintain quality and longevity of life. According to Ayurveda, everyone is unique and treatments should be customized to each individual as opposed to a one-size-fits-all approach. Unlike Western medicine, which commonly deals with symptoms, Ayurveda aims to...