It’s no surprise that exercise is good for us, but many people still choose the couch over the gym. When you think of exercise, what comes to mind? The best physical shape of your life, or some guy with big veins pumping iron? What should come to mind is the best mental state of your life. Yes, working out contributes to mental health and will … Continue reading Exercise for Mental Health
It’s no secret that helping others is an overall good thing to do, but what if it ultimately helps you in the end? More and more studies are showing the positive relationship between helping others and living longer more fulfilled lives. Helping others can range from opening the door for a stranger, to volunteering at a food pantry every week. If you don’t have time … Continue reading Enrich Your Life by Helping Others
Procrastination. It’s something that’s become a huge part of many people’s lives. It’s also something I’ve always struggled with and something every student knows all too well. This lack of accountability ultimately widens the gap between where we are and where we want to be. By no means am I a productivity expert, and I don’t think I ever will be, but these are a … Continue reading Tips to end Procrastination
Positive affirmations are a lot like the catchy phrase, “you are what you eat.” Instead, think of these affirmations as “you are what you think.” What we say and what we think have a huge impact on how our lives unfold. Affirmations are quotes that carry a positive message and are aimed to uplift the speaker. They are derived from the Latin word affirmare, or … Continue reading The 411 on Positive Affirmations
Meditation isn’t something new, it actually has origins that date back to around 5,000 to 3,500 BCE in what is now Pakistan and northwest India. Meditation is practiced by many cultures all over the world and has different end results for those who practice. The earliest drawings were discovered by archaeologist through wall art in the Indus Valley. These images portrayed people sitting in the … Continue reading 3 Reasons to Start Meditating
The Inward Journey 