Inspired by a woodlouse The other day, I was in a Pilates session, face at floor level, and I became distracted by a woodlouse. Yes, you read that correctly. I was distracted by a woodlouse. It was making its way across the floor slowly and awkwardly, dragging behind...
“Depression is a symptom of life in survival mode. We treat depression like there is something wrong with the person. When it’s actually a natural response to an unhealthy environment.” ~The Holistic Psychologist~ Whilst writing this article, the above quote crossed...
In today's world we are told to eat three times a day, at certain times of the day, or try intermittent fasting, or go on a certain diet, or labeling certain cultural foods as not healthy, the list goes on. This particular way of thinking separates our own knowing and...
Our nervous system is wired to keep us alive. When there is a threat or anything we perceive as unsafe it does its job to protect us. I think it's very important to understand that our nervous system, has circuits that are geared to help us survive even without our...
Can experiencing a burnout be an opportunity for a breakthrough in your life? In my personal experience, the answer to this question is a resounding “YES”. Burnout is a term we are hearing more frequently. I believe there are two reasons why. Firstly, it is becoming...
Depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress, and moodiness are just a few of the Coronavirus pandemic's mental health effects. The state of the world, in general, is having a massive impact on the overall health of people everywhere. Many well-known celebrities have...
Like links in a chain, Human Connection is what connects us and gives us the strength, power, and fulfillment we all are seeking. Human Connection is an important part of our mental wellness and feeds into our need to feel heard, emotionally understood, and supported...
Hi Dr. Martinez, we are excited to have you as part of our Executive Contributors. Can you tell our readers a little more about yourself? Hi, I am Dr. Francis Martinez, a first-generation Guatemalan, a Naturopathic Doctor, counselor, and healer. My passion...
The song “beauty for ashes” speaks about how God turns our grief, our trauma, and our pain, into something good because He is with us through it all. “He gives beauty for ashes Strength for fear Gladness for mourning Peace for despair.” He says in Romans 8:28 “And we...
Energy not only refers to what we can observe in the outside world but includes what we feel on the inside as well. In the western world, we study and give great value to the outside energy while ignoring the subtle energy within us. The truth is every physical...
My vision is of a world where every person has access to the tools, techniques and knowledge to master their wellbeing, and that they feel empowered to use them. Everyone is worthy of wellness and wellness comes through consistent self-care. I am an advocate of...
I used to love celebrating the holidays and birthdays. My daughter, Joanne, was great at preparing successful events. She was talented in that and she loved to celebrate everything and taught this love of celebration to my 6-year-old grandson, Ethan. Grief, unless...
