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Stress control can provide both mental and physical benefits. Try this simple, yet effective breathing technique the next time you need to unwind and clear your mind.

To begin, sit upright in a comfortable position. Close your eyes and focus on…

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Being able to laugh at yourself is healthy. It makes it easier to deal with other people and stressful situations. Sometimes it’s hard not to take criticism to heart, and being able to laugh at yourself helps you to see the lighter side…

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B. K. S. Iyengar is one of the most famous yogis in the world. He is credited with the development of Iyengar yoga. I start this piece by mentioning his name because I want you to think about something he…

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(ARA) - Change is inevitable and unfortunately, dealing with this reality isn’t easy for everyone. However, those people who do adapt and embrace change are more likely to achieve their goals and dreams.

In order to help others…

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Meditation is a practice of deep concentration, and usually involves focus on one item or thought. It has been practiced in different countries for over 5,000 years, and is now becoming more popular in western culture as the benefits are better…

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Yoga has long been reputed to have more than just physical health benefits, and new research is corroborating the claims that yoga can make miraculous changes to physical and emotional health.

A team of researchers from the SP…

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Everyone is usually feeling slightly stressed at this time of the year - the holidays are coming and you can’t escape ‘em. Stress can creep on easily right now, only to intensify as the big days of the season draw near.…

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Get Bach your sanity, serenity and sagacity this season…

It’s only a drop away…

Considering that we’re well into December and the holiday rush, you’ve likely got a pile-up of to-do’s, emotions, RSVPs and the ilk…

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The Corpse (Savasana)

Description

Relaxation pose.  Splayed out flat on the back, eyes closed, palms up, arms and legs open, feet flopped outward. Looks like a “corpse”.

Benefits

Relaxes the body and mind,…

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Have you been so busy this holiday season that you haven’t had time to relax? How about adding a relaxing touch to an everyday activity—like your shower?

One way to make your shower comparable to a spa experience…

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(ARA) - Ah, the holidays: the joy, the snow, the rush … the frustration, the crowds, the bad-tempers, the rudeness! ‘Tis the season to be jolly, but how do you survive the holiday shopping season while keeping your spirits bright at…

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A combination of a few different styles, Hatha yoga is a very suitable practice for beginners. This is possibly the most common form of yoga these days, and it focuses mostly on different positions along with proper breathing techniques to increase…

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Holidays are more than just big feasts and family stress – when it comes down to it, coping with the festive season has a lot to do with how well you manage your time and stay organized. By putting in place…

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In honor of the season and the stress that comes with it, Her Active Life brings you part II of our three-part guide to healthy holiday living. We’ve got a few tips and tricks for women who can’t seem to shake…

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While a proper fitness and diet program are a large part of healthy living, finding a way to maintain a good balance is also important. If you accomplish this, not only will you have more energy to spare for the…

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