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What is therapy and is therapy for me?
Therapy is misunderstood. For the uninformed it brings about negative thoughts while others can acknowledge it’s ability to heal and transform. Despite the modernity of our society, many people still believe that “only crazy people go to therapy.” That statements could not be any more false or ancient. The best way to look at it,…
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Hiring a Personal Stylist = Winning
Does a personal stylist seem excessive to you? Maybe it’s not so much when you consider how much our physical appearance affects the way we perceive ourselves. It’s common for people to latch onto a comfortable style and not budge for years, sometimes decades.. If this sounds familiar to you, it’s probably time for a…
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Want success? Here are 6 ways you’re saying “I can’t”
Are you saying “I can’t” and don’t even know it? Our self doubt can often be cloaked. What is the language that you use to stop yourself? If success is on your mind, it’s important to know all the ways you’re saying “I can’t.” 1. “I dont have the time.” If time is a man-made thing,…
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Yoga History: A Story of Flexibility of Both Mind and Body
Although it’s become as trendy to take part in a spinning or Pilates class, the practice of yoga dates back thousands of years. To understand its history and appreciate what it can do for both your mind and body, it’s important to learn about its origins, key principles and how they can benefit you today. Let’s…
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How the hustle and bustle of big city living compromises your happiness
Can cities compromise our happiness? As someone who was born and raised in a relatively small, quiet town, I was overwhelmed by the noisy, populated vastness of Chicago when I began college. I would jump every time I heard a car honking outside my dorm, and shivers would run down my spine at each wailing…
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Oxytocin: What makes pets so awesome, hugs so good and love so magical
Oxytocin, a neuropeptide produced in the brain’s hypothalamus, has gained popularity as the “love hormone.” But NY Times sheds light upon “The Dark Side of Oxytocin” and Gizmodo calls it “The Most Amazing Molecule in the World”—so it’s apparent that there are many shades of oxytocin. This chemical evidently helps newborns bond with their mothers…
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Acupuncture: From Daoism to Modern Tradition
What was once a philosophy rooted in Daoist tradition over 8000 years ago, is now a buzzword. Most of us have heard of acupuncture and know it involves sticking needles into people in weird places, but do not know much more than that. Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical practice that involves using thin, sterile…
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This man holds the secret behind never getting sick
Can you confidently say that you have evaded the common cold within the past few years? The majority of people around the world cannot. One person, however, says his family is no longer affected by sickness. I had the pleasure of interviewing a health and wellness coach from New Jersey, Daniel Green, who can attest…
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How one woman went from making furniture to making bank
Ibukun Awosika had never worked in finance a day in her life but somehow managed to become a financial success. In fact, she has a degree in Chemistry and used to manufacture furniture for a living. So, how did a furniture maker land the position as first chairwoman in the history of Nigeria’s largest bank? It all…
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Validation is an important social lubricant
When you think of validation, you might think that it involves simply agreeing with the other person no matter what but.. That would be a misunderstanding of what validation is, when in reality, to validate someone is to acknowledge them (their thoughts, emotions, and behavior) as legitimate and worthy of attention, even if you don’t necessarily…