The term “highly sensitive person” was first used in the 1970s by Elaine Aron. She wrote a book about her research on the trait and found that it is present in 15% of the population. Highly sensitive person is a term used to describe people who have a more acute sense of hearing, sight, smell …

In other words, they are super important! Have you ever tried to change a habit and gotten really excited about the change you want to make? And then….failed. And felt defeated. And wanted to give up? We all have! 🙁 The good news is that this is a common problem that is easy to fix. …

Would you like to have a great evening routine to help you wind down and leave the day behind? According to the CDC, One-third of Americans don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis. If this sounds familiar, don’t worry – we have the solutions. Creating a bedtime routine is an easy step you can do …

Meditation is a tradition dating thousands of years and originally began as a part of yoga practice. In the last century, it has become a scientifically proven method to help you relax and achieve a calm, focused state to improve your moods and feel better. Meditation techniques help you calm your mind, see the true …

Do you ever feel unbalanced. Or need encouragement to spend more time on the yoga mat? I definitely feel that way every month at some point. Improving your balance doesn’t just prevent you from falling or help you to stop being so clumsy. Improving your balance can also mean balancing your life, or being balanced …

Often when I get stressed or anxious I focus on the simple things – like my breathing. It sounds super simple – and it is! Also, much of yoga is really about proper breathing. If we don’t learn to control our breath, our breath will control us. Buddhist teachers have known this for thousands of …

Having gratitude is all about being thankful And showing appreciation for what you have. You can be thankful for a number of things, your friends And family, your health, their health, the world or simply just being alive. Expressing your gratitude while practicing yoga is productive And makes you feel a whole lot better. Be …

Peace is defined in many ways, but those definitions all have to do with freedom. The freedom from not having to worry about war with others or even a war with yourself and your oppressive thoughts and emotions. Silence, harmony, freedom, and tranquility are all words that are associated with the word peace. Coming to …

Part of yoga is about linking your body and mind, sometimes it may be difficult for a person to become fully aware of themselves. Every person is different and we all move at our own pace. Some people may become really good at practicing yoga and make a good start on creating this link in …

Motivation is a powerful force in our lives. Sometimes it is easy to get motivated. When that happens you’re mind is excited and its easy to be engaged in the things you need to do and you feel incredibly focused and engaged in life. And at other times, when motivation is low, it’s really difficult …

The yoga ball, or Pilates ball, or just the exercise ball is one of the most fun and loved pieces of exercise equipment. The numerous names imply that you can use it for all kinds of workouts, and it’s especially beneficial for beginners and people with joint problems. Yoga balls are also used frequently in …

If you’re trying to lose weight, you know how much of a challenge it can be. Trust me, I’ve been there. I’m not one of those people who can eat whatever I want and stay trim – I have to watch what I eat otherwise I can easily start gaining weight. One of the best …

There are so many books about meditation on the market that it can be hard to find one that you actually read and also either helps you start meditating or extends your existing meditation practice. Some of you emailed me privately and asked for suggestions – here are are a few reviews of my favorites. My …

There are so many books about self care on the market that it can be hard to find the right one for you. Here are are a few reviews of my favorite self care books. Self Care for Moms by Sara Robinson If there is one group of women that needs a little extra self …

If you are struggling to stick with a weight loss program, you are definitely not alone. Millions of people worldwide start and fail diet programs every day. There are some key reasons why some people succeed and others fail. Why is it so hard to stick with a new diet? Is it all just “willpower”? …

I’m sure you’ve heard a million things that you should be doing to lose weight. But what happens when you’re watching what you eat, working out regularly, and you still can’t seem to lose weight? It may be because you’re not focusing on weight loss “dont’s.” Yep, there are actually a number of sneaky things …

Belly fat is one of the most stubborn types of fat for women lose. When people think about ways to burn excess belly fat, the first things that usually spring to mind are hundreds of abdominal crunches and intensive cardio sessions. While it’s true that an intense workout like what you’d get from a 15-minute …

If you’ve ever had a financial challenge (and honestly who hasn’t?!), at some point you’ve probably thought about changing some things up in your life. Maybe trying to figure out how to earn more money. Or invest better. Or pay off some debt. Sometimes we make plans but then they don’t turn out because we …

One of the hardest issues people struggling with when trying to lose weight is finding healthy snacks. And if you are like most of us, this becomes an issue in the evening in that window that is after dinner and before you go to bed. If you choose healthy, whole-food options with a lot of …

Natural deodorants contain products that help to eliminate odors without the toxic chemicals found in regular deodorants. And while a little sweat never hurt anyone, the ingredients found in regular deodorants definitely can. Here are some of the common toxic ingredients found in regular deodorants and their potential side effects: Aluminum – Cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, …

Herbs play an important role in Ayurvedic medicine, and there are literally thousands of different herbs that Ayurvedic practitioners utilize in their practice. Unfortunately, many of these herbs can be difficult to find outside of India. However, you might be surprised to learn that a lot of the herbs and spices you probably already have in …

One of the top things that a lot of people love about the ketogenic diet is that unlike many other eating plans, keto desserts aren’t off limits! Many people notice that their craving for sweets actually decreases while they’re on the keto diet, which is great. But there are always going to be times when …

Have you ever wanted to make your own organic deodorant and ditch your dependency on store bought products that contain potentially harmful and unnatural products? Today I’m sharing my simple DIY Natural Deodorant (without baking soda) which smells great and is also amazingly effective! You can make a large batch in less than 15 minutes …

Unlike other fad diets, the Ketogenic (keto) diet has been around for a significant amount of time. It is a diet in which the carbohydrates intake is replaced by fat. Thus, a low-carb-high-fat consumption. We know that carbs are essential for energizing the body to help you get through the day. In keto, the minimization …