A mantra, by definition, is “a sound, word, or phrase that is repeated by someone who is praying or meditating” or “a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone’s basic beliefs” (Source: Merriam-Webster). In traditional Hinduism and Buddhism, mantras are spoken in Sanskrit and are considered very sacred. In the US, we …
This article gives you five reasons why you should peel yourself off your couch, get energized, and choose to live a more active lifestyle right now. The term “couch” is figurative, however, and can represent anything that is holding you back from doing the things you really want to be doing with your time. And to be …
Whether you are married 20 years with kids or fresh out of college and just starting your adult life, if you are a woman, then you need to read this book: Friendships Don’t Just Happen!: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of GirlFriends by Shasta Nelson. Shasta talks about how people come in and …
A quick shout-out to my girl Suzie Stercho for working hard on her website, Well-Woman. Suzie is a registered nurse, health guru, hilarious and service-oriented person, and has the most enthusiasm for life out of anyone I have ever known. Her energy truly transcends space and time, as she easily inspires those around her to …
Letting go of the past is a skill that you can develop. Although it is somewhat abstract, the skill of letting go is practiced with a few simple tools and a lot of patience. Everyone has something they need to let go. It may be resentment toward parents, a grudge against an old friend, an …
In the previous article, Practical Meditation Part 1: The Purpose And Benefits Of Meditating, we discussed the benefits of meditation. Here in Part 2, we describe a simple, effective way to practice meditation on a regular basis. The first thing to note is the word “practice”. Meditation is not something you do once and conquer. …
You know very well that you must do cardio to burn fat, reduce stress, improve blood circulation, and keep your heart healthy. You also know you must do strength training to build muscle that reduces fat, improves joint movements, and provides general strength. But have you ever considered that you must also exercise your mind? …
Life is as simple or as complicated as you make it out to be. Life is not easy, but it definitely does not have to be as challenging as we make it. Relationships, careers, guilt, expectations, self-worth – so many factors can influence the way we perceive the world and the way we perceive our …
Do you ever get in line at the grocery store and hear someone say something like, “Oh great, this lane’s light is flashing. Can’t they get anyone competent to work here?!” People tend to overdramatize the act of waiting in line. We are all in such a hurry that a few minutes in the checkout lane feels …
