Posts Tagged‘mental health’

The Impact of Stress on Your Mental and Physical Health

30-Second Summary Stress may seem like a common side effect of the modern lifestyle but can have devastating effects on your physical and mental health. Some of the immediate effects of stress on the body include muscle pain, digestive issues, and skin inflammation. Long-term effects of chronic stress include hypertension, cardiovascular disease, lowered immunity, memory disorders, and asthma, to name a few. To avoid the long-term effects of stress, you should try stress management techniques such as meditation and exercise and consuming brain-boosting foods. Memory supplements may also help reverse the impact of stress on the brain by boosting cognitive…

5 Ways to Improve Your Health Without Ever Going to the Gym

It happens with total predictability. People make a New Year’s resolution to lose weight and they join a gym, but by March they’re burned out on the idea. It’s not that they don’t want to follow through on their resolution –– or that they’re not concerned about their well-being. Rather, they can’t stand going to the gym itself. Fortunately, you can still live a healthy and happy lifestyle without ever setting foot in a gym, fitness center, or weight room ever again. Here are five tips you can use to that end with great effect: Sleep with a Purpose Not…

How to Create an Inspirational Meditation Space

Meditation is most effective when you practice regularly, and a great way to incorporate meditation into your daily routine is creating an inspirational meditation space inside your home. With a clean, healthy, and inspiring meditation space already set up, you’ll begin to look forward to your next session. You’ll have an accessible and nurturing space, and you’ll quickly become more in tune with your own thoughts and needs. Whether you’re using a whole room or just a quiet corner, be sure to keep it clean and manage the air quality so you can feel at peace while focusing on your breathing.…