wellness
The state of being in great health, and continually striving to attain all of your goals.
By Your Fingernails!
Guys, guys guy! I have something for you to try out! Do a quick experiment for me? Go and grab a cheese grater from the kitchen and give the palms of your hands a good ol' rub for an hour. Then, after an hour take those hands and some table salt and give it all a good rub. Properly press your hands together. Imagine washing them and how you run your fingers together as they interlock... get all those little granules right in there!
By sean hanley7 years ago in Longevity
Self-Care on a Budget
To no one’s surprise, life can really kick you in the rear... and scratch you in the eye and rip out your hair all before breakfast. And when you’re busting your tail taking care of a family, putting your best foot forward at work, and/or planning a large event or trip, the stress and exhaustion can leave you feeling empty and hopeless. Stress causes digestion disfunction, mood swings, headaches, and loss of focus; not to mention the aging and weight inconsistencies, which just stresses you out even more.
By Sabrina Lee7 years ago in Longevity
Dreaming = Exhausting
I am so tired. I don't know what it is. I sleep so much, but it feels like it is never enough. I must be getting between seven and nine hours a night at least, which is more than enough. Those around me see that I sleep a lot and think I am being lazy, but I'm really not. I can't help it. All I want to do is sleep. I honestly could sleep forever.
By Crazy Unicorn7 years ago in Longevity
Benefits of Botanical Medicine
Botanical medicine is an alternative medicinal practice based on the use of plants or plant extracts. While some refer to botanical medicine as such, it is also referred to as herbal medicine or herbalism, and in some cases as a "natural dietary supplement." The use of botanical medicine(s) can be used as a primary (before disease or injury), secondary (reduce effects of disease or injury), or tertiary (lessens the impact of illness or injury) prevention-based care. The benefits of botanical medicine, despite its being considered an "alternative" medicinal practice, has been integrated into the lives of many cultures to ensure balance of the different dimensions of health. It has been proven to be beneficial for hundreds of years in different countries around the world. Despite there being a high skepticism towards the use of botanical medicine, it has continued to become increasingly popular in the United States.
By Adrianna Kjeld7 years ago in Longevity
Autism
Who doesn’t have some form of autism? I don’t know anyone who says they don’t have some sort of disorder. It seems as if we need this label to feel part of the group. People get annoyed if something hasn’t been hung up right, or someone hasn’t buttoned their shirt right. Everyone is busy making everything “perfect” but my question is why? This is what I am going to find out.
By Unknown Love7 years ago in Longevity
Holistic Health
The shamans and healers of old always looked at the whole person they were treating. They knew that a person was so much more than just a physical vessel called the body. In fact, treating the soul was first and foremost so that the body could begin its healing process.
By Linda Paul7 years ago in Longevity
Losing It!
I always assume that there is nothing that I could bring to the table when it comes to being healthy, eating healthy, living a healthy life. It is something that I constantly struggle with on a daily basis, if not a minute by minute basis. I know everyone has their thing, their struggle, that everyone has read everything they can, and honestly, what can a simple woman like me bring to the conversation that isn't new??
By Mistress Mayhem7 years ago in Longevity
Essential Oils: How to Use Them to Fix Your S#%*
I get the WORST headaches. I’ve always been plagued by random bodily issues, but migraines have definitely been the worst of it. I tried everything to keep them away: drinking tons of water, cutting my long hair, a whole cabinet full of pain relief witchcraftery... Nothing! I was at my wit’s end. One of my coworkers—the kind of overly-nice hippie lady at the farmer’s market type—recommended I try some of her essential oils she had with her. She pulled out her satchel and pulled out three bottles: lavender, rosemary, and peppermint essential oils. I had very little hope but I let her craft her oily concoction and slather it on me.
By Chaela Farrior7 years ago in Longevity
Noni Juice: Nature's Cure for Cancer and Health Benefits
Did you know that some cancers can be prevented by certain superfood fruits provided by nature? A long-established cure, noni is a plant with multiple benefits with its juice being used as a first aid or for treating critical illnesses.
By Silena Le Beau7 years ago in Longevity
Mindfulness in Nature
I was first taught mindfulness techniques when I was doing a course on Dialectal Behavioural Therapy (DBT) to treat a mental health problem. It creates a sense of inner peace in our minds, quietens loud thoughts, and also can help us to concentrate better. Many children at school are now taught mindfulness because it has been proven to help them to relax, concentrate, and deal with stress better. Mindfulness can be achieved in many different ways: listening to music, walking through a park, reading, exercise, looking at a book, and others. It uses sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste, which are our five senses. These techniques when used properly can increase our mental well-being. In this article, I am going to talk about the benefits of doing mindfulness in nature.
By Carol Ann Townend7 years ago in Longevity
An Essential Guide to Essential Oils
Essential oils have become a growing trend in today’s society. I’ve never actually considered using them until about 6 months ago. I quickly realized how much using these oils in your everyday routine can change your life. As a future college student, I believe that others like me should realize the benefits of using these natural oils and how it can help you daily. Here are some of my personal favorites and why.
By Jeanne-Marie Branche8 years ago in Longevity
Ways to Cope with Stress
#1 Do some advanced or adult coloring books. In my opinion, this is a very good way of reducing stress and anger because you could sit and color for hours depending on how much time you have. Even if you aren’t into art, you still might enjoy this. There are hundreds of different coloring books that you could try out if you don’t like one. That also means that there are thousands of different designs to color and you can be creative with every single one of them. If this doesn’t work, then you can try some other ways listed here.
By Creative Weirdo8 years ago in Longevity
