We may not be aware of it, but the food we put into our bodies can really affect the way we handle stress. Nourish yourself with food that help you manage stress naturally, and stay away from three major ingredients.
Hack feelings of depression and anxiety with tips on self-care and creating your support system. This is probably how Meredith Grey survived 14 seasons.
Christmastime is probably one of the most stressful times of the year. Between balikbayans coming back to visit, the parents ruining your plans by changing their minds last minute, and that annoying tita who can’t help but comment on your weigh, at times it feels easier to just stay indoors until after new year’s. Just keep your eyes on the January 1 prize and keep these mental health tips in mind.
With 2017 about to come to a close, here are eight fantastic books I recommend to help you transform your 2018 by inspiring, moving, elating and motivating you toward a happier, more successful and exciting new year. Happy reading!
While a lot of people start by incorporating meditation into their yoga practice and building on that, you obviously don’t have to start yoga or convert to Buddhism to start. If you’re looking for more reasons to validate spending 10 minutes to ground yourself before you begin or end your day, here are eight.
I allowed myself to succumb to my crazy hectic schedule until I realized I wasn’t being as productive as I thought I was. Just busy, tired and irritable. Enough was enough. So last week I told myself that I would enjoy the next seven days by nourishing my mind, body, and soul by doing things for myself, not anyone else, that made me feel happy, content, and fulfilled.
Mindfulness means different things to different people. For some, it’s more about living in a meditative state. Others see it as being more present and not judging others. Others still see it as doing something in moderation, i.e. not eating too much lechon and being self-conscious of your cholesterol.
As indulgent and impractical as the phrase “self-care” may sound, all it really is is a few basic habits that are crucial to our functioning as human beings. Here are tips on how to treat yourself and get started.