RELAXATION
Health Benefits of Slow Breathing: Secret to Vitality and Longevity (Part 1)
Slow breathing is often defined as taking about six breaths per minute, and many of us are not far away from this figure in normal circumstances. This, of course, will differ when it comes down to our age, weight or how we breathe – through our nose or mouth. Studies have shown that slow breathing, through our nose, can positively impact our memory, cognition, stress levels, blood pressure and even our bowel movements.
Read MoreHealth Benefits of Massage
Skin-to-skin contact supports brain development and promotes our overall well-being. Throughout our history, touch has been utilised for communication, bonding, and as a therapeutic tool. This is why different forms of massage have played an important role in the development of healing methods in many different cultures around the world.
Read MorePsychological benefits of Yoga: what does science and research say (Part 2)
In our previous article, we talked about how yoga can be used as a form of therapy to help with mental health conditions such as ADHD, OCD, PTSD and PTSP. In this article we look more into the benefits of yoga for mood disorders and how it can positively affect cognitive abilities.
Read MorePsychological benefits of Yoga: what does science and research say (Part 1)
Yoga is often seen as a form of practice and stretching that only has a positive impact on our physical health. In this article, we will discuss how yoga can be used as a form of therapy to help with mental health conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Pre-Traumatic Stress (PTSP) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Read MoreHow we breathe: different types of breathing
Often the most simple and unconscious processes, such as breathing, have the most profound effect on our physical and mental health. The way we feel can direct the way we breathe. However, the way we breathe can also influence changes, positive and negative, in our physical and mental wellbeing.
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