Such a simple gesture yet very much underestimated a hug triggers a barrage of positive physiological and physiological effects making us feel safe but also elevate mood and self-confidence.

Anytime when you need to declutter your mind and slow down that fast train of thoughts, this pranayama technique can shift your focus to your breath and lower anxiety simply by breathing in steps.

Ayurveda is an ancient medicinal practice based on the five elements to determine a person disposition, or Dosha, and restore balance with a combination of diet, exercise and spiritual practice.

Have you heard the saying "energy flows where the mind goes"? Qigong aims at moving stagnant energy through slow movements or by sitting still and using visualization and breathwork.

Have you ever tried a Sensory Deprivation experience? As the body floats in salty warm water your mind relaxes while the magnesium sulfate detoxes and softens the skin.

The Vagus Nerve regulates many important bodily functions such as digestion, heart rate and breathing. But we can also reset it and melt stress away by performing some special pranayamas.

What we eat and drink is very important for what scientists call the "sleep architecture", the different sleep phases. But there are other few simple things anyone can do for a truly restful night.

Kapalbhati is one of my favorite breathing practices. It oxygenate the brain leaving you feel fresh, focused and relaxed. It only takes a few minutes of your time and works like a charm.

Whether you inhale essential oils, drink lavender tea, or take ingestible capsules on a regular basis the effects of lavender can be felt after as little as two weeks. Discover how can lavender help you relax.

Sound baths or sound therapy as some call it can be done anytime you are longing for some calm and relaxation. It simply acts by stimulating the brainwaves associated with non-arousal feelings.

In winter, as the days get shorter and there is less sunlight, you might experience the so-called winter blues. Saint John’s wort is a natural alterative to get you through this season.

A relatively recent practice Forest Bathing has been used in Japan to solve burn out and over stimulated senses. It lowers blood pressure, boosts mood but can also help stimulate the immune system.

Happiness is not a mathematical equation, but there are a few simple things we can do to boost our mood and make us feel better even when the weather outside is gloomy.

While both the sauna and the steam room have their own benefits, I have a stronger preference for the latter as the humidity makes my usually dry skin softer and moist. Learn what are the other benefits of the steam room.

Having a solid warm up and cool down routine is critical to help the muscle get ready and recover after a training session. It helps the muscles oxygenate faster before and get rid of built up lactic acid afterwards.

There are days where we don’t seem to be able to find stillness and thoughts keep spinning around our head. These two poses are meant to restore peace of mind. Grab your mat and try them.

Mindful eating is not just about what you eat but how you eat it. If you are trying to lose weight loss this can help you transform eating from a daily act into a thoughtful activity.

A very common and super simple in-between pose downward dog ca be done almost anywhere bringing many benefits to the body and the mind.

Yoga Nidra is a powerful meditative technique that can help release stress and achieve a state of total conscious relaxation by reinforcing new brain pathways that replace negative habits with positive ones.

Aside from getting rid of carbon dioxide and other harmful airborne pollutants, plants have been proven to boost mood, improve concentration and lower stress levels.