
Quiet Time
Hustle and bustle are part of our everyday life. We are constantly living in an environment of noise. Be it the sounds of human activity, mechanical activity or just sounds of nature. We rarely get time to disconnect, unplug and truly experience quiet. If we do experience it, we are startled and almost afraid of it. If we find ourselves at home, we rush to turn the television on. If we are traveling in a car as a passenger we always need to connect with our devices. If we ven

Benefits of Mindfulness : Practices for Improving Emotional and Physical Well-Being
It’s a busy world. You fold the laundry while keeping one eye on the kids and another on the television. You plan your day while listening to the radio and commuting to work, and then plan your weekend. But in the rush to accomplish necessary tasks, you may find yourself losing your connection with the present moment—missing out on what you’re doing and how you’re feeling. Did you notice whether you felt well-rested this morning or that forsythia is in bloom along your route

Acupuncture is worth a try for chronic pain
Chronic pain in the muscles and joints can make life miserable. Standard treatments like ice and heat, anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, and appropriate exercises can often ease the pain. But when they don’t, acupuncture is an option with a good track record that’s worth considering. Over the years there has been substantial debate about whether acupuncture really works for chronic pain. Research from an international team of experts adds to the evidence that i

6 Ways to Practice Hygge, the Danish Secret to Happiness: Here’s how to embrace the simple philosoph
There isn't an exact translation for the Danish word hygge (pronounced HOO-GA), but you've definitely felt it before—maybe while playing a board game with friends on a snowy night, or curled up in front of a fireplace with a cup of tea and a really good book. Hygge has been described as "coziness of the soul," and for the Danes—who are considered the happiest people on the planet (despite their long, hard winters)—it's a way of life, says Meik Wiking, chief executive officer