Kindness

Have we, as a people, become so detached from being human, humility, & empathy that we need to be reminded to be kind? Do we need to develop a task force of professionals to role model to other professionals how to be kind? To say that it is ‘ok’ to be kind? How to show…

Mindfulness Reduces Stress and Pain in Patients, Study Reveals

Psychologists have long understood the profound impact mindfulness practices such as meditation, diaphragmatic breathing, self-kindness exercises, and mind-body activities can have on an individual’s overall well-being. The public’s fascination with the mind-body connection and mindfulness training has surged in recent years. However, researchers are now striving to gather more concrete data to assess the correlation…

Be still. Through Mindful Practices.

I know what you are thinking – is this yet ANOTHER post about being mindful?!Yes, but listen, in an era where the mind is bombarded with endless stimuli, it’s crucial to understand the significant role our thoughts play in shaping our reality. The evolution of consciousness has encouraged many to challenge long-held beliefs and awaken…

Contemplating life in a yoga studio

shouldn’t have had that extra slice of pizza last night. These are the thoughts that occupy my mind as I lay on the cool, hardwood floor of a yoga studio nestled in the heart of downtown.  The instructor’s voice, soft and calming, wafts through the air, guiding us to visualize a tranquil beach. As I…