wellness

The state of being in great health, and continually striving to attain all of your goals.

Why You Can't Fall Asleep, And What To Do About It
I came across this beautiful poem by Terry Richardson. Poem by Terry Richardson It's just time, one tik, one tok, a movement of hands-on life's big clock. As each tomorrow becomes today, is our destined end on its way. Shadows forming around the edges of my life. I've seen enough of pain and strife. What's to do when sleep refuses you, night after night devouring time too. A heavy sigh escapes echos of reproof, My lids are heavy but my mind is aloof. A void against the glass the rain did beat and bicker, driving my taste for some more corn-licker. To drown my conscience in another batch, to start the day again from scratch. Just to sleep if only for a few, there's only so much I can do.
By Lynette5 years ago in Longevity
My Battle with Sleep Deprivation: How I Knew It Was Time for a Better Mattress. Created with: Lull.
My relationship with sleep has been an interesting one, to say the least. I never understood the true value of rest and quality sleep growing up. But once my health started declining, I had to put a quick halt to my busy lifestyle.
By Gracie Norton5 years ago in Longevity
5 Ways Lack Of Sleep Is Getting In The Way Of Your Diet Goals
It’s official. There is a clear and direct link between obesity and lack of sleeping. A Wisconsin sleep study found that not getting enough sleep could be linked to having 15.5% lower leptin levels, and a 14.9% elevated ghrelin levels.
By Lynette5 years ago in Longevity
4 Ways to Get Your Body Looking and Feeling Fabulous
With the coronavirus pandemic throwing our daily lives into chaos, it is incredibly important to invest in some self-care. But self-care isn't just taking a bubble bath with a glass of wine, it is the practice of ensuring that you take care of both your physical and mental health on a daily basis. Right now, there are plenty of daily stressors that can trigger negative emotions and self deprecating talk. Luckily, with some dedication, it can be very easy to develop a self-care routine to use every single day. Here are some easy ideas to implement that will help you invest in yourself.
By Casey Chesterfield5 years ago in Longevity
5 Hobbies That Can Help Reduce Stress
Stress is a natural response to stimuli that could be potentially harmful. Just because it's natural doesn't mean it's always healthy, however. Chronic stress can result in serious negative health consequences. Luckily, there are some great and accessible hobbies that are not only fun, they also serve to reduce stress in everyday life.
By Kevin5 years ago in Longevity
Inspired By an Owl's Head
I Turned From the Building and Left I still had that pulling sensation in my right hip. I wondered if the Bay would help. What do I need to cultivate? Perhaps I should simply go and visit the Bay.
By Karen Lichtman5 years ago in Longevity
Find key ways to stay healthy during COVID
Nowadays it feels that this COVID 19 or pandemic feels like a normal thing for everyone and although things seem to be opening up, it's important to still be careful and let one’s guard down by going out just like in the past. This seems to be the new normal so it seems. Although it's true gyms in some local areas might start to open up a bit while applying social distance, most areas are still closed and this could be an issue especially for one’s health.
By RIsing Influx Phoenix5 years ago in Longevity
Winter in a Pandemic
With winter coming, the COVID-19 pandemic is still here. Experts warn as temperatures fall and indoor gatherings increase, there will be a rise in cases.
By Michael LaFrance5 years ago in Longevity
4 Ways to Maintain Nutrition and Wellness in 2020
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be challenging, but you can make small changes and do little activities throughout your day to make it easier. Here are a few ideas to maintain nutrition and wellness in 2020.
By Mikkie Mills5 years ago in Longevity
Protein as a booster for metabolism
When the goal is to boost metabolism, build muscle and burn more fat automatically, protein is a priority. You should aim to eat at least 2 grams of quality protein per kg per day or 0.9 grams per pound of weight. That is about 2-times the amount of a regular diet. Why is that?
By ISMAEL ORTIZ5 years ago in Longevity
Walk Your Way to Better Health – For You and the Environment
For decades we’ve heard about a magic number: 10,000. Health experts have long said that if we take 10,000 steps every day we’ll be infinitely healthier and happier. So we’ve hauled out the pedometers, phone apps and smartwatches in our never-ending quest to look and feel better.
By Gilles Berdugo5 years ago in Longevity
Gut Check
It has occurred to me since mid-March 2020 that there are several, simultaneous pandemics happening at once in the world. This has been eye-opening and anxiety inducing. Here in the United States, we have become the epicenter of the Covid-19 pandemic *queue many theories on why and what we should do about it*. There is also a pandemic of fear surrounding the virus which may be just as pervasive as the virus itself. As if the virus wasn't stressful enough, here in the states we are facing systemic race inequality, out-of-control police brutality and a race to preserve democracy. It's enough to make anyone's, well, immune system weak. Wait - did I mention the need for immediate climate change mitigation strategies?
By Megan Baillie5 years ago in Longevity