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 Ways to Lower Cortisol, the Stress Hormone
Can you imagine truly enjoying your life, getting through work with a smile on your face even in the midst of uncertainty and stress? Can you imagine sharing love, compassion and gratitude instead of craving for validation, competing endlessly and despairing for unfulfilled expectations? It can be done, but there is an essential premise, your […]
4 Natural Boosters of Dopamine, the Elixir of our Life
We may not even realize it, but dopamine rules the roost when it comes to our sense of wellbeing. How is one neurotransmitter so crucial to the feeling of joy? When you first wake up in the morning, and you smell that fresh pot of coffee brewing, you probably feel excitement. This anticipation […]
5 Steps to Become a Life-Long Learner
Have you realized that you are not the same person you were five years ago? Some aspects of your character and values may have been impacted by unforeseen learning experiences! Life offers us a continual stream of new possibilities for growth and expansion. There is a good chance that your work, social and […]
Leadership = Awareness + Empathy
A true leader goes beyond the daily routine and takes a step back thinking about the consequences of every human interaction. When you share ideas, proposals, or concerns, are you aware of their emotional impact on your team? If you keep your thoughts to yourself, do you realize that they can take a […]