by Barbara K. Richardson — Change — even the possibility of change — is often accompanied by uncertainty, fear and anxiety. But when we are able to move beyond our initial resistance, another perspective comes into view: we have change to thank for making life bearable. Actually, more than bearable — wonderful. So many spiritual […]
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Eating consciously for optimal health
February 25, 2012
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by Tina Sacchi — Feeling sick? Then you are likely eating unconsciously and are disconnected from the foods you are putting into your body. Many people eat to numb their emotions or to relieve anxiety, depression and boredom, or myriad other reasons — none of which involves a conscious connection to mind, body, spirit and […]
Healing depression and anxiety
February 25, 2012
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by Dr. Tricia Pingel — Many people will make their way into the doctor’s office with complaints of fatigue and anxiety or lack of energy, drive and focus. In many cases, attending physicians dispense anti-depressants (sometimes like candy), such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) as a means to treat symptoms of depression or anxiety. […]
Healing Touch for balance and well-being
February 24, 2012
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by Carol E. Gutierrez — Healing Touch is being incorporated into more and more hospitals across the globe. This low-tech approach to improve the health and well-being of patients can minimize pain and anxiety, as well as aid in relaxation. In fact, Healing Touch can be provided without even touching the patient. The body has […]
Bach Flower Remedies: Ease anxiety with Aspen
February 24, 2012
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by Linda Crider — Dr. Edward Bach discovered his natural healing system consisting of 38 individual flower essences more than 80 years ago. As a conventionally trained physician, he was quite ahead of his time in focusing on the importance of personality and emotional health. He once commented, “Science is tending to show that life […]
Animal remedies help anxiety
February 24, 2012
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by Dr. Ed Gogek — In homeopathy, we use every plant, animal and mineral as a remedy. People who need animal remedies are usually easy to spot by how much they love animals. In fact, they can become more upset seeing an animal hurt than a human. Moreover, their relationships with pets are as important […]
The benefits of qigong
February 23, 2012
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by Jolin Brandes and Jiliane Provinn — The Chinese word “qi” translates literally to life force. “Gong” means the practice of developing more qi or life-force energy. Qi is present in the body from birth. Later we acquire qi through the ingestion of food, from the air we breathe and through our constant interactions with […]
February 25, 2012
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