In order to be in balance and to stay grounded with what is around us, we need to seek or find grounding and balance within ourselves…the best we can. Create a ritual for yourself – maybe something as simple as a 10-minute mediation to steady the mind. Or, start your morning with some gentle sun salutations and balancing postures to invigorate you and prepare you for your day. Finish the practice with a forward fold and a cozy Savansana.
“My experience is a powerful reminder that aligning spirituality with health not only can help you stay well, but can help you weather “dis-ease” with more intention.”
Article/Blog from Harvard Health Publish – Harvard Medical School Blog (January 2022) title “When the doctor becomes the patient: A transformative experience“
“Learning to say no and lowering expectations may be the most important resolutions for the holidays.”
Article from Richmond Magazine (December 2021) title “Happy Holidays?.”
While this recommendation dates back to the near beginning of the pandemic, it’s just as valid now as many suffer Covid-fatigue, social isolation, depression and stress. The methods are tried and true for many. Article is from the Harvard Medical School Harvard Health Blog (March 2020) title “Coping with Coronavirus Anxiety.”
Another good reference: Coping with Coronavirus
New research has found that a 30-minute introduction to mindfulness can significantly reduce negative emotions and ease physical pain — even for those who have never practiced the technique before. Article from Medical News Today (February 2020) referencing published results from Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience journal.
New research suggests mindfulness can strengthen our natural defenses. Article from Mindful.org (March 2020)
“…90.7% of practitioners also reported that meditation and yoga helped them cope with stress.” Article from Psypost.org referencing a study published by Brain Imaging and Behavior (December 2018)
“Stress is responsible for a variety of negative health outcomes, and takes a toll on quality of life and well-being. Thus, research on behavioral approaches that can help to attenuate the stress response is of utmost importance,” Article from PsyPost referencing research published in Psychoneuroendocrinology (April 2019)
“If you don’t sleep well, you become more sensitive to pain…” Article from Bustle referencing a recent study published by Journal of Neuroscience (January 2019)
“Yoga — for health, longevity and peace” Article from The Hindu by Geetha Venkataramanan (June 21, 2018)
