We all want a healthy baby and a stress-free pregnancy. Luckily there are some things that are in our control. While there are no guarantees that a pregnancy will go out 100% well, a few lifestyle changes can increase our odds of delivering the baby to term. … [Read more...] about Essentials of a healthy pregnancy
Basics of guided imagery
Our mind and body are connected, so imagining something can 'trick' your body into thinking you are actually experiencing it. That is the power behind guided imagery, which is often used for relaxation and emotional healing. Here are some things to help you understand guided imagery and how to do it. … [Read more...] about Basics of guided imagery
Achieve work-life balance in 5 steps
We work to live, not live to work. But that's easier said than done. Sometimes the pressure to perform and the crazy deadlines can push us to spend longer and longer hours at the office—or bring home mounds of work to do on the weekend. Since most of us can't afford to quit our jobs, these tips can help us achieve work-life balance—despite our workloads. … [Read more...] about Achieve work-life balance in 5 steps
How to conquer perfectionism
Perfectionism can help push us past our comfort zone and reach for seemingly impossible goals. But it can also cause a lot of stress and paralyze us. We can waste so much time agonizing over details or analyzing a situation that we never actually do anything—and that's what counts. How can we deal with perfectionism? … [Read more...] about How to conquer perfectionism
How to feel more creative in your every day life
When we are feeling creative, our ideas come more naturally and we see opportunities at every turn. But when our creativity is blocked we feel like we're trudging through every step. So how do we get out of a creative rut and stimulate the creative process? … [Read more...] about How to feel more creative in your every day life