by Cynthia James | May 14th, 2009 | Comments (2)
topic: Health & Wellness, Personal Growth | tags: affirmation, change, energy level, Fitness, gratitude, healthy-eating, intention, meditation, stress, transformation
Everyone is moving fast. The level of information bombarding us is staggering. My clients consistently talk about feeling over-amped and overwhelmed. It’s time for an “energetic rebirth” — take an inventory how many places are draining your energy and find new ways to become vital.
by Colleen Saidman | May 1st, 2009 | Comments (6)
topic: Personal Growth | tags: anxiety, complaining, gratitude, happiness, how to be happy, Louis CK
“Everything’s amazing. Nobody’s happy.” We heard this line from a comedian named Louis CK. If you get a chance, check out this clip of an appearance he made on Conan O’Brien. It is a wake up call put in a very funny package.
by Sarah Maria | March 4th, 2009 | Comments (0)
topic: Health & Wellness, Personal Growth | tags: gratitude, heart waves, meditation, stress-relief
Most people are familiar with brain waves, but not as many people are familiar with heart waves. Researchers have found that our heart emits waves much as our brain does. When we are in a state of stress, anxiety, worry, or depletion, these waves form a jagged and rough pattern. When we are a state of gratitude, these waves form a coherent pattern.
by Gaiam Staff | December 5th, 2008 | Comments (1)
topic: Conscious Living News, Inspirational Media | tags: diet, fashion, gratitude, intention, nutrition, recycling, style, sustainability, Yoga, yoga mats
Every week we highlight the best articles, blogs, news, videos and interesting Web tidbits to help you live green, be healthy, and connect with your sense of spirituality. Read our roundup for info that just helps you live better.
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Killer Kicks From Recycled Yoga Mats, Ohm-M-G!
by Gaiam Staff | November 28th, 2008 | Comments (0)
topic: Conscious Living News | tags: cancer, exercise, Fitness, gifts, giving, gratitude, green books, happiness, love, recipes, shopping, therapy, weight-loss
Every week we highlight the best articles, blogs, news, videos and interesting Web tidbits to help you live green, be healthy, and connect with your sense of spirituality. Read our roundup for info that just helps you live better.
Green Living
The Environmental Performance of the 15 Must-Have Christmas Gifts
by Chris Freytag | November 25th, 2008 | Comments (0)
topic: Fitness, Health & Wellness, Healthy Aging, Personal Growth | tags: appreciating your body, gratitude, self-love, thanksgiving
Thinking about Thanksgiving prompted me to write this blog. I saved it to my computer planning to enter it online as soon as I got a chance. Then coincidently I heard a radio interview with psychologist Robert Emmons, author of a book called Thanks. Emmons has spent years studying positive psychology, and in the interview he pointed out that gratitude is more than a tool for self-improvement. “Gratitude is a way of life,” he said, noting how being grateful can improve your health physically as well as mentally.
