Marisa Brenizer 
Think you’re too busy to do something nice for someone else? Think again. These ten little acts of kindness are easy, fun, and deeply fulfilling. Go ahead…make their day!
From comedy queens to male fashionistos, many high-profile Instagrammers are ditching the negative to shine some light on the growing #bodypositive movement.
Self-hypnosis can be considered as the more results-driven cousin to meditation. While the main goal of meditation is often general relaxation and ridding the mind of monkey chatter, hypnosis always focuses on the resolution of a core issue.
Anxiety attacks are the real deal; those of us who have experienced one wouldn’t wish them on our worst enemy. However, by practicing a few quick tricks, we can curb attacks before they curb us.
When we’re in the thick of a partnership, it can be hard to notice the obvious warning signs that things are less than peachy keen.
When was the last time you paused and focused on your breath? In doing so, we often realize that we’re not breathing regularly, or taking full, deep breaths. In fact, simply becoming more aware of the breath can inspire us to become calmer and more connected to ourselves.
In today’s world of instant gratification, it can be quite an undertaking to invest time and energy into a long-term self-care practice. Enter yoga – the self-care strategy that will help you slow down and refocus.
As joyous as the holidays can be, many of us find ourselves operating in a highly-overwhelmed state that leaves little room for self-care. However, stopping to check in with your mental, physical, and emotional states is beyond important during this busy time. Here are some telltale signs that you are operating on fumes:
From gentle, breath- and slow movement-focused yoga to intense “hot” yoga, literally every person can find their groove in this fitness medium, reap substantial benefits, and inspire inner growth. All it takes is commitment, strong intention, and an open heart.
Yoga is more than just a body-based wellness practice. Its power extends to the realms of the mind, inspiring us adopt a focused, determined approach to all pursuits in life. When yoga is the foundation, the sky’s the limit!
Here are a few poses that’ll help you get out of your head, put your ego aside, and open up a playful approach to your asana.
Everything has an opposite, and being mindful of the delicate line between balance and excess can help us tip the scales in our favor. Here are some handy tips to achieve more balance in your life:
Words are powerful. With 11 empowering mantras, this list has one to suit any personality.
When our egos are hurt or threatened, we tend to lash out defensively. Needless to say, this deeply-rooted (and often delusional) element of our psyche can create a huge rift in our relationships.
Our bodies and minds respond to sound on a level that goes far beyond music appreciation. We can heal deep wounds and nurture inspiration by opening up to the many healing tools of sound.
Going with the flow involves more than simply kicking back and watching life unfold. It’s about keeping your roots strong while adapting to the rustling winds of change.
There’s nothing like indulging in a breathing break to clear the mind and calm the body. Try these simple but effective yoga-based practices whenever you need to clear out the cobwebs and inspire inner stillness.
Dodging compliments not only makes social interactions awkward, it cheats us out of the gifts that praise offers; positive, meaningful interactions and a healthy dose of self-esteem.
Active listeners are never put in the awkward position of nodding emphatically and saving face with a hasty, “I’m listening, I’m listening!” Take a cue and make sure that you’re engaged in your discussions.
We can no longer ignore the glaringly-wrong perceptions about the superfluous “k” word. We’d all love to believe that there’s a universal law that we can attribute to our woes and misfortunes, but many of the popular beliefs about karma are simply wrong.