Category: Health

5 Yoga Moves That Can Improve Your Mood

 By Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar – Author, Columnist, Founder of Akshar Yoga Kendraa Emotional balance is closely linked to how the body moves and how the breath flows. The mind tends to reflect on the body as the body is heavy or tense. Yoga offers gentle yet powerful movements that...

Cultivating Positive Thoughts to Stay Grounded: A Guide to Inner Peace

Positive thinking is more than a fleeting sense of optimism it is a conscious mental approach that shapes how we experience life. At its core, positive thinking reflects a belief in possibility, progress, and hope, even in uncertain circumstances. Rather than ignoring challenges, it encourages individuals to respond to...

How to Build a Personal Wellness Routine That Lasts

Wellness goes beyond the absence of illness. It is a holistic integration of physical, mental, and emotional well-being, shaped by everyday choices that support a fulfilling life. Unlike short-term health goals, wellness is an ongoing process one that evolves with time, lifestyle, and personal needs. By embracing a multi-dimensional...

Transform Your Mind: The Profound Impact of Daily Meditation on Thoughts and Emotions

Meditation, an age-old practice rooted in Eastern spiritual traditions, has gradually evolved into a widely embraced tool for personal development and emotional well-being. Emerging from Buddhist and Hindu philosophies, meditation was originally intended to cultivate awareness, inner calm, and mental discipline. Over centuries, the practice has diversified into various...

The Power of Gratitude: How Practicing Thankfulness Can Elevate Your Happiness

Gratitude is more than a simple “thank you.” It is the conscious recognition of life’s blessings, the beauty in everyday moments, and the kindness of others. Happiness, on the other hand, is a profound sense of joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. When these two intersect, something remarkable happens: gratitude becomes...

Guided Meditation Tips for Better Sleep

Guided meditation is a practice where individuals follow instructions from a guide—usually through audio or video recordings to reach a state of deep relaxation and mindfulness. Its primary goal is to calm the mind, reduce stress, and help facilitate sleep. By combining visualization, breathing exercises, and focused attention, guided...

Creating a Nighttime Meditation Routine: A Guide to Restful Sleep

In recent years, nighttime meditation has emerged as a popular practice for those seeking to improve sleep quality and overall well-being. By meditating before bedtime, individuals can create a sense of calm, helping the mind and body transition smoothly into restorative rest. With growing awareness around mental health and...

Quieting Negative Thoughts Through Mindfulness: A Comprehensive Guide

Quieting the Mind Negative thoughts—self-criticism, pessimism, and irrational fears—are more than fleeting worries. They can profoundly impact mental health, lowering self-esteem and fostering anxiety or sadness. Research shows that negative thinking is widespread, affecting individuals across all walks of life. Recognizing these thought patterns is the first step toward...