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For those naysayers who feel that breathwork is too “woo woo,” it’s time to bring your thinking outside the box… or rather, in it. Box breathing is essentially controlled breathing in four easy steps of four counts each. (Hence, it’s square nomenclature.) This practice gained recent fame after Navy SEALs touted its many benefits during […]

As soon as the holidays are in sight, a few things come to mind. Namely, how to decorate your home and what to cook for your holiday dinner. What might be helpful to think about, however, is how to avoid family conflicts during it all. While the holiday season can be the most wonderful time […]

We’ve all been there: You get home from Sunday brunch and all of a sudden you’re hit with a pang of anxiety. You start to think about the week ahead, and from there you begin to spiral. (And if you consumed a little too much alcohol over the weekend, then that anxiety is likely heightened.) […]

Realizing you want to quit your job isn’t something that happens overnight. It’s a gradual process, a buildup of details both small and large that chip away at you over time. Usually, it happens when the professional situation you entered has evolved into something completely different. Either that, or you yourself have changed. Speaking from […]

PSA alert: Burnout is more harmful than you may think. Here are the major signs and symptoms of burnout, as well as how to successfully recover from it. Ever heard the saying “I’ll sleep when I’m dead”? How about “The dream is free, but the hustle is sold separately”? It turns out that this go-getting, […]

No one likes a headache! Whether it’s a tension headache from sitting at your computer for too long or a monthly migraine you can’t seem to shake, it can cloud your entire day. There are a few ways to take matters into your own hands, without necessarily taking painkillers (or something to try in addition […]

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Today is World Mental Health Day, and the theme this year is one I couldn’t be more ready to talk about: mental health in the workplace.

Rhodiola rosea is one of the shining stars of adaptogenic plants. But what is rhodiola rosea, exactly? And while we’re at it, what are adaptogens? Keep reading to find out and discover the vast and varied benefits of rhodiola rosea. What is rhodiola rosea? There are three different species of rhodiola, a perennial from the […]

Looking for the best acupressure points for stress? We’ve got you covered below. Feeling stressed? You’re not alone. According to a CDC survey, anywhere from 27 to 38 percent of adults reported symptoms of chronic stress, with numbers rising over time. And I probably don’t have to tell you that stress is capital B-A-D. If […]

We gathered five easy ways to practice self-care, no matter how much (or how little) time you have.

April is Stress Awareness Month, and part of awareness should be understanding that chronic stress does not have to be inevitable! To celebrate Stress Awareness Day this Saturday, see how you can boost your happiness hormones, not your cortisol levels!