Meditation and Yoga
Another great way to relax is to meditate and practice yoga. Step-by-Step Guide to Meditation: According to the Science of Spirituality (SOS), their guide on how to meditate is not complicated and easy for beginners to try. To start, you should be seated in a comfortable position. One that is away from touching other people as movement could distract your meditation. Yet being mindful with your position as being too comfortable could make you fall asleep. Then: Close your eye
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Exercise
I cannot stress enough just how important exercising is for your physical and mental health. There is something about moving your body and doing breath work together, that helps the mind-body connection. The reality is in fact, that most people either can't afford a monthly gym membership on top of all their other bills, or most people don't even know where to begin at a gym. That's why I believe that working out in the comfort of your own home is a great alternative. There
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Take a Deep Breath
Remember how we talked about workplace stress and to not bring it home with you? Well, here is one good way you can regulate your nervous system anywhere you are! Stress and anxiety go hand in hand a lot of the time. The two are partners in crime and can overlap one another when things get overwhelming. First, it's important to identify what you are feeling so that you can help alleviate it. In moments of anxiety, you may feel: Chest tightening Increased breathing Sweaty palm
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Nutrition
Nutrition is the process of eating and absorbing food your body needs for nourishment. Your body breaks food down to create nutrients, chemical substances that are necessary to bodily functions. There are six major classes of nutrition: Macronutrients Carbohydrates Lipids (fats) Protein Micronutrients Vitamins Minerals Water - Often considered a macronutrient because of the large volume needed to consume, however no calories provided. Carbohydrates These are the body and bra
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Workplace Stress
Whether you have it at home or you have it at work, stress is going to be a natural part of life. What is workplace stress? Workplace stress, is the response to work demands and pressures that could be out of one's knowledge or capacity, and as a result, interferes with their ability to cope. In a study that was reported by Forbes, 79% of employees in the U.S. experience workplace stress. This can lead to lack of motivation in the workplace, loss of productivity, increased us
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What is Stress?
According to the Cleveland Clinic, stress is considered a natural reaction that occurs when there are changes or challenges. It's important to note, that stress is not categorized as good or bad. It is simply the natural response to a demand, depending on the severity and duration. Stress is anything that disrupts or threatens homeostasis. There are three types of stress: acute stress , episodic stress , and chronic stress . They can signals your body to go into "fight-or-fl
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