Have you ever felt a magnetic pull to be out in the woods or simply stroll in a park nearby? Why is enjoying nature so important when you need vacation or just look for relaxation? This the law of attraction to nature! Let’s explore the major benefits of embedding yourself in nature, observing, being mindful […]
4 Natural Ways to Activate the Vagus Nerve, your Pathway to Relaxation
Why do you breathe a sigh of relief when a stressful situation is resolved? Why is deep breathing or stretching your neck so relaxing? Be thankful to your vagus nerve, the longest nerve in the body. It contains ‘vagabond’ nerve fibers driving the ‘rest and digest’ response to key organs and body systems. This is […]
4 Natural Boosters of Serotonin, our Emotional Fluid
Can you imagine your life without emotional peaks and valleys? Sounds impossible, right? What’s possible is to increase your emotional control through enduring changes in lifestyle. When you wake up relaxed and energized from a good night’s sleep, ready to take on the day – that’s serotonin kicking in. When you feel depressed, overwhelmed […]
4 Natural Boosters of Dopamine, the Elixir of our Life
4 Natural Boosters of Oxytocin, our Emotional Glue
Can you imagine a workplace full of intelligent machines and robots but no warmth, no emotional bonding? This environment can be very productive but psychologically devastating. We are human beings, not human doings. We need to be emotionally connected with family, friends, coworkers, even with pets, to achieve mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. When we […]