Since your skin is the largest organ on your body it is able to be stimulated by its sensory receptors. The hormone oxytocin is the one that makes you feel good and it is released when touched. While the stress…
I have experienced this for as long as I can remember. Since childhood, I have been an overthinker. I used to think too much about almost everything. Sometimes, I didn’t even understand why certain thoughts kept coming into my mind…
I started calling it “modern addiction” when it became clear that this wasn’t just about me and a few other broken individuals, but a pattern that defines contemporary life. We are, all of us, drawn into dopamine-driven loops that gradually…
Take a moment for yourself and enjoy an hour of relaxation at the John D. Spreckels Centerâs Monthly Sound Bath. The soothing sounds and vibrations of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other instruments create a peaceful atmosphere Take a moment…
Some people find that their anxiety increases after practicing mindfulness. This does not necessarily mean that they are practicing incorrectly. They have simply become more clearly aware of anxieties, physical tensions, and constant thoughts that they were previously unaware of.
I started seeing the word mindfulness around the time of the COVID-19 pandemic quite often. Did it start gaining attention around that time? Back then, my autonomic nervous system was out of balance, and I was looking for a way…
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to help unwind. Studies show it can reduce anxiety,…
I believe that "tension and relaxation" is a good medicine to incorporate into one's day. This is because it not only creates temporary happiness but also serves as a catalyst for personal growth. A sauna is a prime example of…
Even when your body is here, your mind might be reflecting on past events or thinking about a future that hasn't happened yet. Of course, it is important to reflect and think about the future. But sometimes, thinking too much…
Measures of anger, positive affect, and negative affect were collected at three points: baseline, after the intervention, and after the provocation. That advantage did not last. Once participants were provoked, positive affect dropped and negative affect rose significantly more sharply…
Meditation styles, guided practice, and mental performance links.
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