Though people seem to understand the importance of sleep for mental and physical health on an intellectual level, Americans are still not getting the recommended amount. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have classified this dangerous fact as a public health problem. This is absolutely NOT surprising considering the potential harm one person’s sleep deprivation…
The Healing Powers of Music Backed by Science
The Healing Powers of Music Are you personally familiar with the healing powers of music? Though you may not realize this, the most likely answer is “yes”. All of us can think back to a time we weren’t in a good mood; chances are that after putting on some excellent tunes our dispositions drastically improved….
What is Spiritual Awakening and Why Does it Matter?
When we talk about “ spiritual awakening ”, also commonly referred to as “ spiritual enlightenment ” we are really referring to a set of complex belief systems that don’t have a concrete definition. That’s because every person’s journey to this place is unique, and how it’s reached and experienced is highly subjective. But, most…
The 7 Chakras: An Introduction to Your Source Energy
The term “chakra” comes from the Sanskrit word for “wheel”, but actually commonly refers to each of the 7 energy centers that are thought to be located throughout the body. Starting at the base of the spine and continuing to the crown of the head, these energy centers help regulate all of our natural processes,…
The Power of Intention and How to Use It to Win in Life
Back in 2006, a woman by the name of Rhonda Byrne published a very successful book about the power of intention called The Secret. Its immense popularity still shows no signs of waning, which is pretty impressive considering how long it’s been around. But, the book is also revealing of an uncomfortable truth – a…
How to Complain Less and Improve Your Life
Have you ever noticed how complaining a little can often lead to complaining a lot? It’s absolutely true that when something bad happens complaining loudly and passionately to anyone who will listen can be incredibly satisfying. But, it’s also true that the resulting satisfaction is often short-lived and ultimately does very little to relieve the…
How to Open and Balance Your Chakras
How to open and balance your chakras Today, we are going to help you learn how to open and balance your chakras. Essentially, chakras refer to the wheels of energy found throughout the body that also correspond to specific organs and glands. When they are open and aligned, a person experiences both mental and physical…
How to Tell Which Skin Care Products are Safe
The current amount of contradicting information about which skin care products are safe can leave you feeling overwhelmed. So, we’ve decided to provide some clarity. As you know, skin is the body’s largest and least protected organ, which is why it’s incredibly important that we learn how to take care of it early on….
What is an Affirmation and How Can I Use It?
“Success is a process, a quality of mind and way of being, an outgoing affirmation of life.” – Alex Noble Have you ever noticed how a bad thought can get stuck in your mind, causing you to dwell on it for much longer than intended? People constantly talk to themselves inside their heads. What…
New to Holistic Living? Read This!
If you are new to holistic living, you may be wondering what the advocates of the alternative lifestyle are referring to when they talk about “universal source energy”. For instance, are they referring to the type of energy our cells require for staying strong and healthy, or are they talking about the electrical signals produced…
