Have you been struggling recently within your relationship? Perhaps you feel like you've hit a wall with a number of relationships in your life. There are some things we can do in all our relationships to build and maintain strong bonds. This is true because underneath all our differences, likes, dislikes, and biases. We are all human beings who desire social connections. The tips below should be used in all your relationships to form bonds that will stand the test of time. Be Appreciative of ... Read the Post
How to Bring Your Visions Alive With Mind Mapping
Have you heard of Mind Mapping? It's not an entirely new concept of course, but it has been refined into a tool unto itself for bringing that which we wish to create into form. Mind mapping is a popular technique for visually outlining information - almost like a literal and sometimes handwritten version of a vision board. I am a huge fan of mapping, and charting. It is the only way I can get all of my creative ideas out of my swirling mind and into something tangible that I can ... Read the Post
10 Great Reasons to Do Yoga At Home
Many people have already tapped into the wonderful world of yoga. It goes without saying that yoga reduces stress, helps to relieve a lot of back pains, increases one's lifespan, and is the perfect low-stress "exercise" to do at home. If you have yet to take up a practice, you may want to start at home, rather than join an organized class. You may opt not to go to classes because you are a bit nervous, or perhaps it's hard to find the time or childcare. Most studios do not offer childcare ... Read the Post
How to Use Journaling for Deeper Self-Understanding
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Prevent Burnout Using Yoga & Meditation
Have you ever experienced burnout? I can say quite honestly that I have. Between three children, a husband and a dog, two part time jobs, and running a non-profit, I have to be very diligent with self-care. The one practice that has always brought me to balance without fail, is yoga. Burnout is the result of an extended period of chronic stress. It can manifest as extreme fatigue, recurring and frequent illnesses as well as significant levels of emotional and intellectual disengagement. ... Read the Post
11 Styles of Meditation :: Discover Yours!
Meditation and mindfulness are becoming common practice in many schools and workplaces. Many of us have our own meditation practices at home, and find that certain times of the day work best. Everyone is unique and comes to the practice differently. To some, meditation is the act of sitting quietly and trying to clear the mind of stray thoughts. To others, meditation is a set of actions that take place every day as part of a spiritual or therapeutic practice. There is a deep history and meaning ... Read the Post