Blog: The Hidden Power of Relaxation

I would like to introduce you to the Bach Flower Remedies, of which I am a trainee practitioner. Rescue Remedy is a homeopathic combination of natural flower remedies. It is incredibly helpful for when events shake us, whether externally or internally driven. It is an effective first-aid remedy and can swiftly bring us back to feeling centered and grounded rather than remaining agitated and stressed. There are countless stories worldwide of people using this formula…

“It is the toughest inhabitant in the body, and the most tremulous, the furnace of animal passion and the seat of the most exquisite sensibilities. It is a dauntless pump that sustains life on a moment-by-moment basis, and a delicately poised seismograph that responds to every fleeting change of mood, every unexpected sound, sight, smell, or touch; quick to take offense or alarm yet capable of profound composure. What we have shaped in our innocence…

Lucky you if you had plenty to be grateful for over the Thanksgiving weekend. We know, by now, that holidays and time with family and friends don’t always pan out the way we would like or choose! On the morning of Thanksgiving day, I promised myself to maintain a positive attitude and count my blessings – no matter what came up that might persuade me to falter from my worthy intention. I was rather intrigued…

I confess that I am not a big fan of Halloween, yet I am fascinated by its fascination! What is fun and thrilling to one person may be highly stressful for another. However, experiencing fear in the absence of real danger has some clear psychological benefits. It may seem like a paradox, but in making fear “safe,” we make it easier to relax into the experience, and in doing so, reset the bar on our…

1) Magnesium-rich foods. Spinach, broccoli, lima beans, acorn squash, artichokes, green peas, swiss chard, kale. A magnesium deficiency can cause undue stress in migraines, high blood pressure, anxiety, constipation, and muscle cramping. Foods rich in magnesium, like leafy greens, can soothe the nerves and de-stress the body so effectively that magnesium is often dubbed the “anti-stress” mineral. It decreases the cortisol (stress) response and has a perfect balance of neurotransmitters (chemical substances that transmit nerve…

Jaime is a team player.  It immediately shows in the way she dresses. I have seen her in her favorite sport team colors and numbers.  I have seen her in her First Responders uniform, a solid navy blue, from its collar to the reinforced shoe. The dark, saturated dye is the complete opposite of her soft red hair and fresh, clear face. She exudes confidence, reliability, and safety. However, Jaime’s life journey hasn’t taken the…

1)  20-20-20 plus 20 Rule When you’re focused on work, you tend to get closer to the screen, spend more time staring at it, and blink very rarely. That’s a perfect setup for eye strain. The American Academy of Ophthalmology suggests you follow the 20-20-20 rule. About every 20 minutes, look at least 20 feet away for about 20 seconds. Then add the “Plus 20.” Take 20 blinks for good measure. It’s a way to…