Tag: wellness
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Walk Your Way to Wellness: Improve Mood & Reduce Stress
I’m a walking junkie – I probably take about three walks a day on average. Maybe I’m crazy, but I find that getting fresh air, moving, and observing my beautiful green neighborhood helps me feel renewed and refreshed. And apparently, there are several health benefits to walking as well! Here are just a few of…
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Unlock your body: 6 key benefits of stretching
Ahh, yes — there’s nothing like that euphoric, relaxing feeling you get when you let yourself sink into a deep pike stretch. Stretching not only feels good — but it’s good for you! Here are just a few benefits I’ve noticed after stretching practically daily for almost seven years!: According to Harvard Health stretching helps…
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Nutritious Foods for Stress Relief
Stress is an inevitable part of life, but if we nourish our bodies with nutritious foods, we can put ourselves in a better position to be able to effectively manage stress. With that being said, here are some foods you can incorporate into your diet to support balanced moods: Leafy green vegetables are high in…
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How to achieve your self-care goals
A self-care journey is a lifelong journey of discovering what makes you feel nourished and supported. While many of us would like to prioritize self-care more often, it can seem overwhelming to get started. While there’s no clear map to creating self-care goals and routines, here are a few steps I took to create habits…
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7 essential daily habits for optimal health
As I started to become more independent throughout college, I became increasingly interested in how I can optimize my health. Since I’m young, I want to make sure I’m forming good habits that will support me throughout life. Part of being an adult means taking responsibility for your habits and actions, and that includes health-related…
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5 steps I take to better my mental health
Our mental health impacts almost everything we do in life. Therefore, it’s important to take a proactive approach in managing it. I’ve found several activities that have helped me manage my mental health, and I’d like to share them with you today: 1. Getting enough sleep Getting sufficient sleep is an important part of overall…
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5 practical ways I achieve balance in my everyday routine
After graduating from college, I initially felt a little out of sorts. Without the structure of school or work, I wasn’t exactly sure how to structure my day. But with a little experimenting and research, I eventually settled into a routine that works for me. These are five steps I take each day to bring…
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How I promote positive energy in my life
I believe optimistic thinking is an important part of leading a fulfilling life. When we are focused on the good, we bring more good into our life. This doesn’t mean we’ll be happy all the time – what it means is that we have the resilience and hopefulness to move forward in life, no matter…
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5 simple ways to manage stress
We all get stressed from time to time. But chronic stress can negatively affect your health over time. Fortunately, practicing stress management techniques can help you become more resilient and able to cope with life’s daily challenges. To manage stress effectively, here are five practical tips you can incorporate into your life: Identifying the problem(s)…
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4 effective ways to keep your heart healthy
Your heart is a vital organ. It beats for you and sends blood throughout your body. Because this organ is so vital for life, it’s in your best interest to take good care of it. Here are four ways to keep your heart healthy and strong: Regular physical activity can help lower the chances of…
Reflect and Nourish 