Stress can build up over the course of a long day. For many people, it can be difficult to find a healthy way to release stress effectively. Yoga has been practiced for more than 5,000 years, and many yoga poses can reduce high levels of stress as well as anxiety. However, some poses promote a peaceful mind more significantly than others, and these are some great poses to do when you only have a few minutes of time available to…
It’s during the middle of the workday and you’re tired. The day has been overwhelming, stressful and nothing seems to be going quite right. On these types of days, you could grab another coffee or tune-out and become not as productive. Or, one thing you could do to be more relaxed and calm is try a mindfulness activity to refocus and reenergize by trying out any one of the methods that follow. The Raisin Technique The first thing you want…
Stress is something that virtually everyone has to deal with to some extent. While it is a natural part of life, it is good to know how to stay calm when stressed out. There are many ways to handle that stress and reduce it in some way. Here are some tried and true tips that anyone can use to help lower the stress levels over time. Avoid Caffeine and Alcohol Caffeine and alcohol do nothing to help lower the level…
Stress is one of those buggy things that try to enter everyone’s life at one point or another. It will try to grab hold of you in regards to your work, bills, relationship, family life and so on. Breathing techniques have been a great way to rid the body of stress since the beginning of time. You can learn how to do them the right way so that they your stress each and every time. Here is some information on…
The Paleo diet has gained increasing attention in recent years, with many celebrities choosing to follow this strict diet. Essentially, the diet aims to replicate the diet our ancestors would have eaten. The diet therefore rules out any kind of processed, mass produced, packaged or chemical and additive filled food; unfortunately, this is what a significant amount of our modern diets consist of. Instead, the focus is on fruits, vegetables, meat, nuts, and seeds. These are all more natural forms…
Some of the best sources of protein in your daily diet is meat and fish. Both meat and fish are great protein sources, but which is better for you? The goal for getting enough protein in your diet is to get enough protein in the foods you eat without eating too many calories or eating too much saturated fat, which is generally considered to be bad for you. Fish is probably better for you because it has the same amount…
Stress relief comes in many forms. Some people turn to physical activity for stress relief. Others want something less strenuous. Journaling is a great way to relieve stress. By putting your thoughts and feelings on paper, you provide yourself with a tremendous opportunity for self-reflection. Thinking about your problems or concerns is different from giving those issues physical space. When you see how you’re thinking, you may look at the problem differently. Here are a few reasons why you should…
Witch hazel is a type of shrub that has delicate yellow flowers with a mild fragrance. An essential oil is collected from this plant’s leaves and flowers to use in an astringent lotion because it provides multiple health benefits. If you are interested in using natural herbs for holistic or homeopathic care, witch hazel is often recommended. It can help with so many things, from skin issues to reducing inflammation and swelling of the skin. Keep reading to learn more…
The diet that you consume each day can reduce your stress naturally so that you don’t need to take medications that cause unpleasant side effects. Make sure to create meal plans that contain these foods so that you can have less anxiety. Spinach Spinach is a highly nutritious dark leafy green that contains iron, vitamin C and tryptophan. When you consume tryptophan, it helps to calm your mind along with relaxing your nervous system. Use spinach in salads and on…
If you’re questioning whether or not what you’re dealing with is stress, there’s a good chance that’s what it is. However, if you’re still not sure, you can identify stressors by symptom and signs. There are several different signals that’ll help you identify the cause it. Look out for these emotional and physical symptoms to show up in your daily life. Symptoms of Stress Emotional Symptoms of Stress First of all, you‘ll want to take into account any emotional symptoms…