Tag Archives: Yoga

How Does Yoga Nidra Help With Sleep and Anxiety?

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When you are not thinking clearly, you may commit actions that you will later regret. A type of yoga called Yoga Nidra can help you eliminate unhealthy behavior patterns by putting you in a calmer state of mind. Yoga Nidra can make you self-aware and less impulsive, making it less likely for you to partake […]

The Importance of Recreation in Addiction Recovery

Science strongly supports the idea that being physically active makes you more emotionally resilient, relieves stress, and makes you feel happier. However, what does science have to say about recreation in general? Thankfully, it isn’t just aerobic activities that feed your brain. Weight lifting and physically active leisure activities both boost your mood. Mental Health, […]

4 Benefits of Yoga for Men

4 Benefits of Yoga for Men

Some men may be under the impression that yoga is just for women, but frankly, that’s a little silly. All exercises are for everyone. Sure, yoga may not get you those super big “guns” or those 6-pack abs you’ve always wanted. However, yoga has a ton of mental and physical health benefits that make it […]

What are the Best Workouts for Your Mental Health?

Exercising has several physical benefits, but it can also do wonders for your mental health. Barbara Nosal, Ph.D. from Newport Academy, says that half an hour or more of daily exercise can increase serotonin. This chemical is a feel-good transmitter linked to mood and social behavior. The next time you are in a low mood, […]

Breaking the Cycle: Using Yoga to Counteract Addiction’s Effects

Breaking the Cycle: Using Yoga to Counteract Addiction’s Effects

A few years ago, addiction recovery writer Holly Glenn Whitaker shared her story of utilizing yoga to boost her own recovery journey on her website, Hip Sobriety. She explained: “[Yoga] turned around my anxiety entirely and within a few months, not only was I panic attack free, but I was also somewhat of a new […]