Third-Eye Chakra: I am wise. Throat Chakra: I am learning, and I am growing. We are all learning and growing. Heart Chakra: I love and appreciate myself as I am. Solar Plexus Chakra: I accept myself completely. I accept that I have strengths, and I accept that I have weaknesses. Sacral Chakra: I am both sensitive and strong. Root Chakra: I am filled with humility. I am enough as I am....
“In this moment of saturated overstimulation and goal-driven ‘out there-ness,’ oracle decks, by contrast, return us to the serene self-possession of our internal heartbeats,” she says. “Rather than tools of prediction that herald what might happen to us, I see them as present-moment private psychic hotlines, leading us back to the innate knowledge and inherent instincts we can already sense in our blood and our bones.” Whether or not you believe that oracle cards hold any kind of energetic power or magic, the act of thinking of a question and interpreting a potential answer can still be valuable....
In psychology, these mental gymnastics are known as defense mechanisms. People are typically not aware when they’re using these self-protective methods, according to couples’ therapist Alicia Muñoz, LPC. “Because they’re survival adaptations, it would be misguided to say defense mechanisms are bad, wrong, or unhealthy,” she adds. “At the same time, they tend to block our awareness of our true underlying experiences, create tension in our bodies, and make it harder for us to be truly intimate and vulnerable with others....
As you breathe in, imagine the grounded and nourishing energy of the earth, mountains, trees, plants, flowers, fruits, vegetables, and herbs coming up into your body. As you hold your breath, visualize the breath spiraling up the center of your body (through the seven chakras) and pulling any energy or thought that does not serve you. Then as you exhale over 8 seconds, imagine that excess energy releasing out of the mouth, and visualize light pouring through the top of your head back down to your feet and the earth below you....
So whether or not you think about balancing your dosha, here are three powerful elements of Buddhist philosophy, “The Noble Truths,” and how you can incorporate them into every day. They might just change your life… Many people might say that Buddhism is pessimistic or negative. This is a common result of learning that one of the Noble Truths is translated as “Life is suffering.” But there’s more to this statement....
Cooking with Kosterina comes with health benefits and taste. The rich, fruity, and grassy notes of Kosterina olive oil elevate any flavor profile—whether it’s a classic Mediterranean dip like Tzatziki or Lime-Garlic Chicken Kebabs. Using real olive oil is a simple way to please the palate and increase the nutrition of any healthy meal. There’s no reason we shouldn’t be using it for everything: from frying eggs to grilling some fresh veggies to whipping up a luxurious dessert like Olive Oil Brownies....
But the long story short is: As women, we continue to prove that we can balance it all and then some. So the question is not just what can we do but how healthy and happy can we be while we do it? But we’re not just more affected by stress; we also experience it differently… For example, women are more likely to report physical and emotional signs of stress....
Below, you’ll find five ways moringa can benefit your complexion, along with a face mask recipe: The collagen-related perks of moringa were observed in a small human study, where cream with moringa extract was applied to people’s faces. After three months, collagen formation increased3 and skin elasticity improved; the researchers attributed these effects to the plant’s natural compounds. However, if your skin is on the drier side, you can still benefit from moringa....
It took only a few weeks of this before I realized that dating was taking its toll and that I was becoming bad at it—failing to respond to texts and messages in a timely manner, rushing through dates with people I felt little connection with and, eventually finding myself leaving all of my dates with a nagging desire for the solace of my quiet apartment. Here are some tips for avoiding the dating drain and staying true to your introverted self....
The good news is that there is a lot you can do today to take action for your health. Research suggests that genetics account for only about one-third1 of autoimmune disease factors. Environmental triggers, diet and lifestyle may also be responsible. Why? Researchers seem to think it has to do with our dendritic cells. These alarms of the immune system can send out a “red alert” to stimulate immunity, or a “calm down” message that tones down excessive immunity that can damage the body....
Here are just a few of the many reasons to add jump roping to your workouts: When you jump repeatedly, your body burns 800 to 1,000 calories an hour — compare that to 200 to 300 calories burned per hour while walking. Even better, jumping rope (especially high-intensity jump roping) makes your body a calorie-burning machine. This means that when you add jump roping into your workout routine, you’ll be burning more calories not just during your workout, but throughout the entire day....
In fact, there are five pathways that must be activated in order to create new neural networks in the brain. Let’s explore a few principles from brain science in order to better understand how to successfully activate these pathways. Second, the more you think, feel and act the same way, the faster the lights turn on and the brighter they glow. Thus, the string of lights related to driving a car at 45 years old is much brighter and faster than the string you had at 16 years old....
There are four basic types of relationships: family relationships, friendships, acquaintanceships, and romantic relationships. Other more nuanced types of relationships might include work relationships, teacher/student relationships, and community or group relationships. Some of these types of relationships can overlap and coincide with one another—for example, two people can be both work colleagues and close friends. There are also many variations within each category, such as codependent friendships, sexless marriages, or toxic family members....
According to Ginger Hultin, RDN, registered dietitian and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the hydrating properties of tea are the primary reason it helps manage headaches. The second reason? The anti-inflammatory antioxidant catechins. “All types of tea have special compounds1 like theobromine and theophylline as well as volatile oils, and minerals,” she says. Here are six herbal teas registered dietitians and naturopathic doctors recommend in place of (or in conjunction with) conventional medicine....
Brain fog is not a medical diagnosis but a set of subjective symptoms that people experience and describe as: Drinking adequate amounts of water will also help increase mental clarity and concentration, help prevent headaches, and help remove cellular waste that accumulate in the blood and travel to the brain. The connection between the brain and gut is bidirectional, which means if one consumes a highly processed meal that is loaded with simple sugars, the brain will suffer from a lack of neurotransmitters and vital nutrients....
Deepen your spiritual connection. Success begins with you. Strengthening your connection with your Source, (God, Universe, Spirit) is the most important step to knowing who you are at the core. When you know who you are, you can be who you are. And when you can be who you are, without fear, then anything and everything is possible. Understanding that your purpose is who you are, not what you do....
But what if fasting doesn’t help you lose weight and actually makes you gain weight? Consider whether any of these seven factors might be at play: You might have some not-so-obvious culprits slipping in that are breaking your fast. For some people, even a little bit of sweetener or cream in their coffee can knock them out of their fast. Not sure what counts? Here’s exactly what breaks a fast....
Instead of trying to understand why it ended, the real question is What am I meant to learn? I’ve spent much time looking to the past to find answers, only to find that’s it’s better to focus on the lessons in order to move on gracefully to attract new relationships. People don’t belong to you. I used to believe that when I was committed to someone, that person belonged to me....
If you’ve ever tried meditating—or anything remotely meditative, like a long run or sitting down to write—you’re familiar with watching your to-do list unfurl, seeing thoughts buzz by begging to be tended to, even experiencing an unprecedented amount of itches on your face as you start to transition from your outer world to the inner one. For most of us, the truth is that our inner landscapes don’t get the attention they deserve because our lives have infinite appealing distractions....
Depending on the number, they have different meanings. The number 1 for example, is aptly thought to symbolize a new beginning, while the number 9 often relates to endings. Richardson explains that angel numbers often show up in particular instances, so it’s important to pay attention to what was happening or what you were thinking about when you saw it. Noticing it’s 1:11 right as you’re thinking about launching a project, for example, could be taken as a sign that the universe will support you in this new endeavor....
