Health + Wellness
All things health and wellness.
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New Year / New Healing
At the start of every new year, everyone is looking for something new to explore or accomplish. Every year I start off with a list of things I want to get done. There was always one thing that I never put on the list even though I carried it with me year after year. Trauma. But this year I decided it was time to do something different that would change my life forever. We all have some trauma Everyone has dealt with some level of trauma in life. Even if we do not acknowledge our trauma, it will follow us and serve as a daily reminder of our past. Trauma…
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8 Signs You Seriously Need a Break to Recharge
Life can become a collection of responsibilities and never-ending tasks. At some point you need to take a moment to recharge so that you can continue this thing called life. At times it can be difficult to know when you need a break, but it is crucial to know the signs. Knowing when to stop and recharge can be the difference between success or failure. 8 signs you seriously need a break to recharge are: Always tired Unable to find joy in the things you used to love Lack motivation Easily triggered (short-tempered) Unable to sleep Neglecting yourself Unable to focus Health issues start to appear Learn more about the…
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Living for the Gram: How to Start Living for You and Not for Likes
Social media is everywhere, and everyone is telling their own personal story on a continuous loop that can be accessed anytime of the day. In the beginning, social media was a way to connect with the world, however, now it has become a place full of fantasies and unachievable expectations. Many of us have gotten caught up in the cycle of trying to keep up with the lives we see online, but we do not realize we are chasing ghosts. Taking the time to create and promote an online life stops you from living a real life. You are consumed with obtaining likes and comments instead of consuming yourself with…
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Can Meditation Change Your Life?
Meditation is a tool for wellness that is proven to change us both physically and mentally. Meditation interrupts a continuous conversation we have with ourselves which is usually negative. Can meditation change your life? Meditation can change your life by: Increasing your attention span resulting in a more disciplined mind Better control over your emotions Increased self-awareness A more peaceful life Improves your self-confidence Reduces overthinking and stress Let’s dig a little deeper into how meditation can change your life forever. Increased attention span Meditation can change your life by resulting in a more disciplined mind, also known as an increased attention span. Meditation allows you to manage your thoughts…
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8 Signs You Need a New Doctor
Your doctor is one of the most important relationships you will ever have in your life. A good relationship with your doctor is extremely important when it comes to your overall health care. However, not all doctors are created equal. There are signs you can use to identify when it might be time for you to find a new doctor. When you see these signs that’s when its time to begin your journey to finding a new medical professional. Eight signs you need a new doctor include: Doctor doesn’t listen Personality conflicts Doesn’t share information Provides treatment you don’t need Consistently unavailable Long wait times Delayed results Difficult office staff…
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How to Stop Being Insecure
Everyone has suffered from an issue with confidence. Insecurity happens because all of us have dreams and fears that either paralyze or motivate us each day. How do you quiet the voices of doubt in your head and be secure in your talents and abilities? The way to stop being insecure is to validate and reinforce your value, face the fears and criticisms of the past and present, accept difficulties and failures, surround yourself with good people, and stop caring about what others think about you. How could life be different if you really believed in yourself? What would your life really be if you really believed that everything that…
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How the Myth of the Black Superwoman is Killing You
The strong Black superwoman myth makes people believe you can abuse, oppress, and make Black women suffer as much as you want because we’ll get over it. Black women suffer in silence presenting to the world we’re strong and can handle any trauma or adversity but still rise to the top. We can do all things for all people except ourselves. The myth of the Black superwoman can kill you by holding on to the stereotype instead of loving yourself unconditionally, getting therapy, advocating for yourself, and listening to your body. The judgement of society can become a movie we play on a continuous loop in our daily lives. Holding…
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What is Forgiveness and Why Its Good for You
Forgiveness can be one of the hardest things most of us will ever do in our lives. When someone hurts you, the natural reaction is to feel pain, anger, and maybe a little resentment. All of those things are for you and are only felt by you. What if you want to get to the other side of the anger and pain? Forgiveness is acknowledging what did happen and how it happened instead of what should have happened or could have happened. Forgiveness allows you to heal yourself of the pain. Forgiveness is letting go of the feelings of hurt and pain and moving on to the next moment of…
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What’s the Best Time of Day to Do Fasted Cardio
Fasted cardio is when you increase your heart rate on an empty stomach to encourage your body to burn stored energy. Fasted cardio is best done in the morning after not eating for 8 to 12 hours. Cardio is one of the central keys to a fitness program, however, the type of cardio can make a difference. Fasted cardio helps burn calories and tricks the body into burning fat for energy instead of burning the food that you would’ve just consumed. It helps to build up the body over time with a steady low intensity that can result in the maximum benefit. Can I do fasted cardio anytime of the…
