Your eyes are the window to your past trauma
It is believed that your eyes give you away; they are a window into your soul. Indeed, it is difficult to pretend with the eyes—they reveal the truth of your emotional state, despite what you say or...
View ArticleBecoming happy improves your health
Over the years we have reiterated in many different ways that the goal of good physical health cannot be approached in isolation. The philosophy of Complete Wellbeing underscores the importance of...
View ArticleHow to cultivate compassion in times of adversity
In the year gone by, we have witnessed seemingly endless streams of suffering. First, multitudes of people in distant lands succumbed to the dreaded Coronavirus. Slowly but surely, those far-off...
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30 tools to help you take back control of your life
Several years ago I wrote a book called Life’s Little Frustration Book [St. Martin’s Press]. It was a humour book, a collection of all those irritating and annoying things that happen to us. For...
View ArticleShould you be sleeping with your dog or cat?
Healthy sleep is the most important thing you can do for your brain and body to maintain a healthy life. While nutrition and exercise are also key, sleep is the best predictor of lifespan. Proper sleep...
View ArticleEmotional eating: 4 steps to break the pattern with self-compassion
Emotional eating is when we eat for emotional reasons without (or perhaps disconnected from) physical hunger. The first thought here can be that emotional eating is harmful and we should try to stop,...
View ArticleThe beneficial impact of yoga on panic attacks
A panic attack is defined as “a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause.” Panic attacks are common in people living with...
View Article5 healthy habits for a longer, healthier, happier life
Are healthy habits really worth cultivating? Absolutely! Several studies suggest that healthy habits can help us tack on years of life and sidestep some severe illnesses. Now, it can be really...
View ArticlePracticing mindfulness while driving
A couple of days ago, as I was on my way to meet a business associate, I found myself stuck in an unexpected traffic jam. Initially I was relaxed but soon I realized that it’s probably worse than the...
View ArticleProgressive Muscle Relaxation: Technique, Tips and Health Benefits
If you have been looking for a way to relax your body and mind and have no time to go for a massage, try Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR). PMR is a great intervention for bringing peace and relief...
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