Beyond mindfulness – These 5 simple steps will help you achieve peak mental and physical health

There is a growing body of evidence for the role mindfulness plays in achieving mental and physical health. Attaining a state of mindfulness—defined as being fully present and focused in the moment—creates the optimal environment for mind/body balance. People who practice mindfulness meditation consistently can enjoy many health benefits including lower blood pressure and pulse […]
Is Your Brain Working Like a Symphony or a One-Man Band? The link between brain waves, neurotransmitters, and mental wellness

Have you ever wondered why so many Americans are taking anti-depressants? Why are so many people, young and old, suffering from ADD, ADHD and other learning challenges? What’s going wrong in the brains of so many people, and why? Neurotransmitters For most people, the answer lies in how well the brain is producing the neuro-chemicals […]
Meditation Switches Off Disease Causing Genes

Researchers at Harvard Medical School found that deep relaxation seems to switch off ‘disease causing’ genes, while switching on genes that actively protect us from disorders such as high blood pressure to pain to infertility and even rheumatoid arthritis. The Relaxation Effect Researchers attribute these changes to a phenomenon they call the ‘Relaxation Effect.’ The […]
The Power of Imagination

When you’re born, your brain immediately begins to develop based on the interactions you have with your environment. By branching out and making connections as you experience the world around you, the neurons in your brain are actually recording your experiences and making memories. What this means is that as you develop the ability to […]