By Isha Sadhguru Have you been depressed lately for reasons you cannot fathom? Or is a loved one depressed and you find yourself unable to help them out? Sadhguru’s insight into depression might give you the answers you have been looking for. Why Depression? Sadhguru: I am saying this, notContinue Reading
It is important to periodically self-assess, at least monthly, weekly if possible. Take a look at your calendar and select a day for a quick review of how you feel, what’s been working well, what has only been partially working, and what still needs some work. Everyone has down days.Continue Reading
We all have negative thoughts periodically. We feel a little punk, get a little down, we even get downright sad. Maybe that test score wasn’t what you were hoping for. That Christmas bonus was less than you expected. Maybe that special relationship didn’t work out. Perhaps the death of someoneContinue Reading
A daily habit of writing or Journaling can be beneficial in a number of ways. Some individuals are self-conscious or have difficulty expressing themselves and may find it uncomfortable to talk to friends or relatives about specific emotion-laden problems. Anxiety producing situations or people can be easier to write aboutContinue Reading
Some people are just born happy. They wake up every morning with a pleasant smile on their face, spreading joy everywhere they go. They are able to succeed at anything they set their mind to, and consequently expect perfection in themselves and others. They are brimming with self-confidence and super-optimism.Continue Reading
Type A people tend to be extremely competitive and self critical. They constantly strive toward goals without feeling a sense of joy in their efforts or accomplishments. Check the items that apply to you. Do You… Are You a Type A? If most of this list applies to you, youContinue Reading
Stress has a way of affecting a person’s mental state, their emotions, their physical health and their relationships with the people around them. Print out this page and take a few minutes to assess the stress levels you’ve experienced recently. Ask yourself if your stress levels seem to fade awayContinue Reading
How stressful is your life? Positive life events may be as stressful as disasters. For example, marriage, usually considered a happy event, rates 50 on the scale of life change units, just below having arguments with your spouse or partner. Review the following life changing events, print out this pageContinue Reading
People with Type A personalities are generally ambitious, competitive and hard working. They strive for sucess. Although many people who have some or all of these traits aren’t necessarity susceptible to coronary heart problems, and not all heart attack victims have Type A personalities. The Real Culprit While numerous researchContinue Reading
Prolonged stress can result in physical illness. Your body’s immune system, which is regulated in part by the brain, mobilizes defenses – such as white blood cells – against invading microbes and diseases. Upsetting emotions and stress can affect the immune system and this increases susceptibility to disease (Miller, CohenContinue Reading