Without an adequate amount of restful sleep, our emotions are strained, our cognitive abilities are compromised and our energy is depleted. However, at times it feels that that magic 8 hours of restful sleep is an elusive dream. Today’s lifestyles are not naturally conducive to relaxation and sleep. Our jobs, families and any other life […]
Beating Holiday Stress
In honor of Thanksgiving, let’s talk about the holiday season. There’s the idealized version of the holidays that we hear about in Christmas songs and in television commercials; weeks filled with yuletide cheer, familial love, and generosity. But for most of us, this isn’t reality. The reality is family squabbles; busting our bums to get […]
Yoga for Stress Relief
Stress is the cause of many chronic illnesses, and the effect of others. Chronic stress can lead to a decrease in activity of the immune system, leading to other diseases and health problems. Yoga, practiced in any of its forms helps dissolve stress and promote thoughts of health and well-being. In this way, practicing yoga […]