The health benefits of meditation have been documented for a number of years. Meditation has long been used by practitioners and gurus to quiet the mind and achieve higher states of consciousness. Practiced for over 5,000 years by Taoists and Buddhists across Asia, the earliest documented texts on meditation appear in the ancient Indian teachings…
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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….
How the Law of Attraction Can Benefit Your Life
The Law of Attraction It doesn’t matter if you’re single, married, a student, employee, or a business owner, you can benefit from learning about the Law of Attraction. It’s basically a new term for assisting you in getting something you want in your life naturally, rather than trying to buy it, or force it to…
30 Unique Self-Care Tips to Improve Your Well-being Today
In all walks of life, everyone could use some more self-care. Self-care is simply taking time to enjoy activities that better your personal wellness. Why is self-care important? It relaxes and calms you while reminding you how wonderful you are, deeply impacting your health. Focusing on your physical and mental health can be an easy,…
The Ultimate Guide to Raising Your Consciousness
The Ultimate Guide to Raising Your Consciousness Being aware of your influence in the world is incredibly important to enriching your overall well-being. However, in our fast-paced and often egocentric society, it is easy to get caught up in the matrix of life. We often forget the interconnectedness of the web of life and how…
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…
25 Practical Uses of Essential Oils
Essential oils have been used for years as a natural alternative to pharmaceuticals and common household products. Essential oils are concentrated oils that have been extracted from plants such as flowers, seeds, and bark. Revered for their superior healing properties, they are commonly used in spas and hospitals to calm patients and treat a number of…
