Leading educators & institutions including Harvard University & Columbia University in the City of New York have started to research benefits of yoga & mindfulness practices including meditation. Although still early in their research & trials, top ranked universities have recognized importance of researching this topic as many benefits including reducing stress, helping sleeping patterns, improving cardiovascular health, staying … Read more
As of 2019, 62% of mood disorders, 76% of anxiety disorders and 81% of substance use disorders do not receive treatment and there is an expected 53% increase in stress for 2021 due to Covid-19 (Mental Health America). In 2019, the World Health Organization “WHO” labeled “employee burnout” as a medical condition caused by chronic … Read more
According to Psychology Today, studies have shown that people who consciously count their blessings tend to be happier while living in a climate of positivity. Gratitude is strongly associated with greater happiness, positive emotions, uplifting experiences, an increased ability to deal with adversity, better communication, and even improves physical & psychological health. Here are some … Read more
Simone Biles, the most decorative active gymnast in the world prioritized her mental health & well-being verse appeasing a global audience hungry for her performance. We have to wonder if superior trained athletes like Ms. Biles & Naomi Osaka withdraw from performances at the Olympics (with all the coaches, trainers working closely with them 24/7) … Read more
The numbers across the country for mental health & wellness issues continue to sky rocket and employers are not showing they are prepared for the mental health crisis we are about to witness. According to The Kaiser Family Foundation, 7 out of 10 employees across the country find this to be the most stressful time … Read more
According to Mental Health America, 15.08% of our youth have reported from suffering from at least one major depressive episode (MDE) in the last year. Childhood depression is more likely to continue into adulthood if gone untreated. The number of children experiencing MDE increased by 306,000 from last year’s data. Kids learning meditation, mindfulness and deep … Read more
Yoga is an ancient practice that involves physical poses, concentration, and deep breathing. It traced back to northern India over 5,000 years ago. The practice has been shown to enhance social well being through a sense of belonging to others, and improve the symptoms of depression, ADHD, and sleep disorders. Studies show that yoga increases … Read more
Gallup’s State of the American Workplace survey found more than 50% of workers are not engaged at work as a result of stress, leading to a loss of productivity. Stress negatively impacts how we perform and function both in the workplace and in our daily lives. A recent survey conducted by Colonial Life shows 41% … Read more
Far too often we are indoors, watching tv, or on our devices. Going outside…
