Abhyanga massage is a type of massage therapy which is used by practitioners of Ayurveda to treat their clients. There are several types, based on the region in India where they were developed; the form performed most often in the West is from the Kerala region in the southern part of the country. The massage involves liberally[…]
Yoga incorporates breathing exercises, meditation and physical poses designed to encourage relaxation and reduce stress. Practicing yoga is said to come with many benefits for both mental and physical health. There is no doubt about the importance of Yoga for students. With today’s lifestyle, People tend to forget about their physical and mental health accumulating stress and fatigue in the body.[…]
Asthma is a long-term condition affecting children and adults. The air passages in the lungs become narrow due to inflammation and tightening of the muscles around the small airways. This causes asthma symptoms: cough, wheeze, shortness of breath and chest tightness. For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance. For others, it can be a[…]
Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving. Several key areas of your lifestyle are considered dimensions of overall Wellness. They include: social connectedness, exercise, nutrition, sleep and meditation. Each one has an impact on[…]
When winter sets in, cranking up the thermostat and cuddling under a blanket with some hot coffee isn’t the only way to warm up. “By linking your breath with vigorous movement, you can naturally stoke your inner fire and build up heat. Unless otherwise noted, I recommends using ujjayi breath for this yoga routine —[…]
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. Psychologists are actively involved in studying and understanding mental processes, brain functions, and behavior. The field of psychology is considered a “Hub Science” with strong connections to the medical sciences, social sciences, and education. The discipline of psychology is broadly divisible into two parts: a[…]
Addiction is a serious condition and can happen to anyone. But it’s important to remember there is always hope, and recovery is never out of reach. While we applaud those who admit their addiction and move towards recovery, addiction is still, unfortunately, a taboo subject. First, Let’s Define Addiction The first step to addiction recovery is[…]
Trauma is ubiquitous in our society; therefore, it is important to explore how individuals cultivate healing after traumatic experiences. Yoga may be one avenue to cultivate healing. Qualitative methods were employed to study the role yoga practice played in the healing process of those who experienced interpersonal trauma. Eleven interpersonal trauma survivors who practiced yoga[…]
Derived from the Sanskrit word “yuj,” meaning yoke or union, yoga is an ancient practice that brings together mind and body. It incorporates breathing exercises, meditation and poses designed to encourage relaxation and reduce stress. Practicing yoga is said to come with many benefits for both mental and physical health. Yoga is a form of[…]
As the world gets hotter and more crowded, our engines continue to pump out dirty emissions, and half the world has no access to clean fuels or technologies (e.g. stoves, lamps), the very air we breathe is growing dangerously polluted: nine out of ten people now breathe polluted air, which kills 7 million people every year.[…]
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