I’m sorry, I can’t go out tonight, I booked myself a 6 A.M. pilates class tomorrow. The girls, and the guys too, have found the new, hottest club in town–and you won’t feel terrible the next morning! Rather than late nights of downing shots and making memories that won’t be remembered, a shift is occurring […]
Tag: Health and Wellness
Holistically Speaking…
Your space in the medicine cabinet has been cleared, Ibuprofen and Advil, we’re making room for our essential oils and herbal supplements! We are living in a world where we can not only relieve our pain with over-the-counter medicines, but we can also use the simplest of resources to clear our systems. Call us granola, […]
My Nervous System Needs Me
Yoga and meditation, journaling, breathwork–all such simple tasks, but they make all the difference for our wellbeing. In recent months, there has been a shift in the way individuals are taking control of their mental wellbeing and processing emotions and trauma they have experienced. Rather than prioritizing therapies such as psychotherapy, or ‘talk therapy,’ individuals […]
Navigating the Supplements Shelves
Everyone loves them–doctors, wellness gurus, the people on TikTok trying to sell you anything they can. Supplements are an amazing way to receive vitamins and minerals we are deficient in without having to go to extreme lengths. We can find them at almost every major retailer, Walmart, Target, CVS, etc. Trying to find the best […]
Yoga- The Body’s Free Medicine
A dainty studio, candles burning, soft music–the yoga mat is spread and the instructor is guiding through meditative movement for relaxation. Class was expensive, but the feeling received is worth every penny spent. We associate yoga as a special occasion for when the world feels a little heavier, but becoming familiar with yoga and welcoming […]
The Danger of Doctor Tik Tok
There has always been an issue with individuals relying on the Internet for medical advice, using websites such as WebMD or Wikipedia to diagnose themselves digitally. However, with TikTok blowing up in recent years, the problem has become worse and worse. Many medical professionals do utilize TikTok in order to promote good health for the […]
Why Mental Health Days Should Be Mandatory
When mental health days are discussed, it’s often thought of as optional. People might even go as far as to think of taking one as lazy or indulging some selfish desire. In reality, these days are essential to our own well-being. It’s so important to know when to take a step back and focus on […]
The Struggle of Trying to Be “Balanced” in Health and Happiness
Everyone talks about using balance in our lives like it’s so easy to accomplish, a clear and straight line we can walk without problem. You have to eat healthy but don’t be afraid to indulge, exercise but make sure you rest and work hard but make time for your social life and sleep too. In […]
The Secret Struggle of Eating Healthy While Loving “Junk Food”
Recently, I’ve come to terms with the fact that while eating healthy is one thing, loving junk food is another. My attempts to find a balance between the two are a constant struggle, admittedly full of defeat more often than not. While most of us are well aware we should be eating things like vegetables, whole grains […]
The Overlooked Benefit of Napping for Adults
We live in a world that praises always having something to do. If you’re not working or moving in some sort of productive way at all times, people look at you like you’re lazy. Hear me out: what if the key to being more productive, creative and mentally healthy is simply taking a nap? Napping is […]
Saying “No” Is a Wellness Practice
We talk a lot about eating healthy, exercising and sleeping well. I can’t remember a single health class I’ve taken that doesn’t go over these things, let alone videos you see on your phone or advertisements in the media. One of the simplest ways to take care of yourself but always the one that is […]
Anxiety Isn’t Always Loud — Sometimes It Looks Like Overachieving
When people think of anxiety, they picture panic attacks or someone who looks noticeably stressed out. That’s normally what’s pictured on the TV, so it’s often what people associate it with. Sometimes anxiety can hide behind our achievements though. It can show itself through the person that never takes a break and can’t rest without […]
