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How do you feel when you return home after a busy day? Relieved? Stressed? Overwhelmed? In this day and age our lives are becoming increasingly demanding, but our homes shouldn’t add to this stress. (...)by Phoebe Conner - Freelance Writer

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Moving abroad with family can be a very hectic time, to the extent that looking after your health and wellbeing can fall by the wayside. You’re bound to be so busy with settling into your new job and home, and finding the right schools for your children, that achieving and maintaining wellness can be difficult – especially when you’ve recently moved away from the place you used to call “home”. (...)by Sabrina Bucknole - Freelance Writer

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It’s a well-known adage: each day dawns as a new opportunity to pursue a healthier, more fulfilled life. We all nod in agreement – yet how often do we actually put in the effort required to make it happen? (...)by Claudia Roth - Founder & Managing Director Soul Luxury

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There are many ways and forms to experience love. This beautiful inspiring word is used and interpreted in so many different perspectives and circumstances. We may be aware that love is a feeling, love is a state of being. Yet it is strongly influenced by our relationships, our culture, and environment. (...)by Christelle Chopard - Founder of the DHARMI® Method

Expats Guide to Alternative Medicine in China and Thailand

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Most Western expats are aware of alternative treatments and therapies, such as acupuncture and reiki, but they may also be aware that these alternatives are not always viewed, by the medical community in their home country, as reliable or founded on robust evidence. (...)

Mindful Transition Into the New Year: an Exercise

Mindful Transition Into the New Year: an Exercise

The year 2017 is almost over and we are about to transition into a New Year. As things usually quiet down over the holidays, it is a great time to reflect, integrate and, of course, celebrate! Seven Steps for a Dharmic Completion of the Year (...)by Christelle Chopard - Founder of the DHARMI® Method

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Why Choose Natural Soy Candles?

If you are already into mindfulness and the holistic lifestyle, chances are, you enjoy using candles to help create a peaceful mood while meditating, entertaining, or enjoying a romantic dinner with your partner. But what exactly are you breathing in? (...)by Jess Walter - Freelance Writer

Embracing Hygge: Keep Warm this Winter

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Hygge – a Danish concept, and now an increasingly popular trend worldwide – is better understood through inner-feeling than from written definition. It’s a philosophy of life, and can come from just about anything that triggers feelings of inner-peace, supreme contentment, or that generates that warm fuzzy feeling you’d usually only experience Christmas day. (...)

Why Choose A Dedicated Holistic Wellness Break?

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Holidays are undeniably a major contributor to your wellbeing; a seaside escape is often a welcome solace from the stresses of the working week. However, in your relaxed frame of mind it’s ever too easy to over-indulge on beach bar food, spend the entire trip on a sun-lounger and return home feeling surfeited, lethargic and worse for wear. (...)by Maria D’Orey - Spa & Fitness Director

How to Disconnect From Work During Your Vacation

How to Disconnect From Work During Your Vacation

Some people never really stop working; for some it does not matter if they are at Waikiki beach or at their desk, they simply don’t seem to ever switch off. Well, some people have huge responsibilities – thinking of Prime Ministers or mothers – others might be self-entrepreneurs where there often is no clear distinction between work and private life. (...)by Erica Saltarelli - Life and Performance Coach

Writing for Wellbeing

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Words matter. As much as we may tell children that it’s only sticks or stones that have power, the truth is that words are brimming with it. It’s why we love listening to stories so much. It’s the reason that companies pay millions to advertisers to craft the perfect copy. It’s why the word squelch makes us shudder but the sound of ‘I love you’ makes us tingle. Yes, words matter. (...)by Francesca Baker - Writer

A Holistic Approach to Business - Creating Green Luxury Cosmetics

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A natural cosmetic concept dictates that we work holistically. Sounds good! But what exactly does that mean? Naturalist Margot Esser-Greineder reveals what the holistic approach entails. (...)by Margot Esser-Greineder - Founder of PHARMOS NATUR

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Five Elements For Wellbeing

We are all unique yet so alike. Through life experiences as well as through my career, I have discovered many ways and different approaches for wellbeing. When I take an integrative perspective in this matter, I take in consideration Five Elements to support wellbeing in a dharmic way. (...)by Christelle Chopard - Founder of the DHARMI® Method

Finding Balance in the Midst of Chaos

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In science, chaos theory suggests that within the apparent random behavior of matter, there is an underlying pattern that continually moves toward organization. This ‘self-organization’ principle suggests that order can spontaneously arise out of a disordered system. (...)by John Stamoulos - Master Breathwork Trainer

Restaurants – How to Select the Right One?

Restaurants – How to Select the Right One?

We are a generation who loves to eat out. Most of us are lucky enough to have some choices of different restaurants around. Many of us are even dining out on a daily basis. But while this is undoubtedly very convenient, it also has its challenges. (...)by Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès - Social entrepreneur, author, speaker and managing director

Alternative Ways to Buy Food

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We seem to be entering a new era of food buying. The growing desire to return to traditional ways of producing and sourcing food – with the addition of modern digital technology – is spawning some truly fascinating new food buying experiences. (...)by Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès - Social entrepreneur, author, speaker and managing director

Our Life is Sacred - A Poem

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May you awaken like the sun at daybreak, ready to make your sacred offering. Set forth with delight, like a pilgrim on his journey. (...)by Anne Biging - Founder and CEO of Healing Hotels of the World

The Healing Powers of Crystals

The Healing Powers of Crystals

Crystals are quite underrated and many people are not aware of how beneficial they can be to their wellbeing. Crystals have been used for hundreds of years, not only at home but also for crystal healing on people to support health and wellbeing. (...)by Amy Short - Holistic Wellbeing Writer

Building a Global Healing Community

Building a Global Healing Community

What is the true essence of healing, not only looking at your personal lives but more into the future of business? How can we all move forward? (...)by Tania Capel - Writer for Healing Hotels of the World

Taking it Slow

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It was another one of those stressful days: waking up and then having to swiftly put on my shoes while still chewing my breakfast to quickly get out of the house for the first appointment. Later, talking to customers on the phone while simultaneously texting and walking down the street on the way to the office. (...)by Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès - Social entrepreneur, author, speaker and managing director

Digitalization and Nature - a Symbiosis?

Digitalization and Nature - a Symbiosis?

The other day I was working with my computer as per usual, and when looking at my clock with sore eyes, I realized that the last 3 hours passed way too fast. “That’s it. I need to rest and find my roots again”, I thought. At that point I simply felt fed up with technology. (...)by Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès - Social entrepreneur, author, speaker and managing director

Who am I? What Your Self-Image Says About You.

Who am I? What Your Self-Image Says About You.

Many people are very sure about who they are. However, if you maintain this position you are unconsciously admitting that you cannot see beyond your self-image. (...)by Claudia Roth - Founder & Managing Director Soul Luxury

Ancient Indian Wisdom to Heal the Heart

Ancient Indian Wisdom to Heal the Heart

The human body is a latticework of energies, vibrating at different frequencies, encompassing the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects. It has been perfectly created to function optimally, providing we observe the laws. (...)by Vera Kaur - Indian Holistic Practitioner

Genie in a Bottle - 7 Reminders for Soulful Living

Genie in a Bottle - 7 Reminders for Soulful Living

In over 25 years that I have been a holistic healing practitioner, I have found that one of the most powerful metaphors for the human condition is the Genie in a Bottle. It has continued to inspire me over the years, because... (...)by Daniel Lally - Holistic Healing Professional

Inner Balance: Time for Yourself

Inner Balance: Time for Yourself

We all have been there. Stress from work, no time taking care of the kids or family members, and just life in general being hard. A lot of us have gone through some sort of a burn out, which is life draining and very demotivating. “[…] as many as 4.1 million German workers, out of a workforce estimated at about 40 million, have experienced mental or emotional distress”, was reported earlier this year on the Wall Street Journal. (...)by Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès - Social entrepreneur, author, speaker and managing director

Behind Closed Doors - Creating Healing Spaces

Behind Closed Doors - Creating Healing Spaces

Like the sign of the zodiac Cancer the crab, there is a part of each of us that looks out at the world from within a “shell” or layers of protection, ever vigilant of safety in the environment. (...)by Daniel Lally - Holistic Healing Professional

Under The Bondage of The Smartphone

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Homo digitalis and his smartphone. Always online, always available. This small and handy device has become an integral part of our everyday lives, enriching and simplifying it, helping us to communicate and inform ourselves. However, many people are on the verge of an addiction. A modern form of slavery. (...)by Nils Behrens - CMO Lanserhof Group

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On my usual Sunday mornings, I sat down with my ginger tea and looked through a few magazines. They had some nice articles about the economy, art and traveling along with a lot of advertisements. Most of them were ads for luxury brands of elegance and exclusiveness. I sat there wondering if there are any sustainable options and whether luxury could even be sustainable. (...)by Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès - Social entrepreneur, author, speaker and managing director

The World is Moving Too Fast - GWD 2016

The World is Moving Too Fast - GWD 2016

“The world is moving too fast - especially when it comes to technology and quality of life. It seems people are so focused with their devices these days that they forget to live in reality”, says Rochele Silveira, owner of the Kurotel, Brazil. (...)by Annette Gebuhr - Freelance Writer

The 4 Pillars of Work Life Balance

The 4 Pillars of Work Life Balance

Have you ever said yes to more activities and responsibilities than you can reasonably handle? At work and in your home life, it is easy to get caught in this impossible trap that drains your energy and kills your inspiration. Setting priorities, managing your time wisely, staying focused and developing self-care habits are all behaviors that can support more balance and less overwhelm. (...)by John Stamoulos - Master Breathwork Trainer

Feminism has Failed And Needs a Radical Rethink

Feminism has Failed And Needs a Radical Rethink

Last month I saw the movie Suffragette with a couple of girlfriends. We were left with enormous gratitude for the fight that those early lady foot soldiers of the Feminist movement made so that we could earn the right to vote, to work (not just labor), to have control of our own money and our bodies, and be here today where we are with the freedom to explore our world, our spirituality and more. (...)by Kris McIntyre - Founder & Publisher of Sacred Women’s Business

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I’m just back from the HEALING SUMMIT in Berlin, Germany. This very special event brought together over 120 professionals from 27 countries to debate, discuss and learn from our collective wisdom of healing body, mind and soul and our interconnectedness with the world around us. (...)by Tanya Pergola, PhD, RYT - Social Psychologist & Chopra Certified Vedic Master Educator

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On March 20th we are celebrating the international “Day of Happiness”. Already in the Greco-Roman antiquity, philosophers, scientists and psychologists were wondering about the subject of happiness and what it means - why we are striving after it and how we can finally obtain it? (...)by Maria Pili - Hotel Manager at FREUND Wellness and Spa Resort

The Happy Middle - Being Global Citizens

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We have been hearing it for years: “the world is globalizing”. We are interacting with each other both virtually and in-person on a grand scale. Some amazing relationships, businesses and experiences have emerged. And, so have intense conflicts, misunderstandings and downright fear of “the other”. (...)by Tanya Pergola, PhD, RYT - Social Psychologist & Chopra Certified Vedic Master Educator

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In an interview with Valerie Smaldone and Leslie Gold on America Weekend CEO and co-founder of Healing Hotels of the World, Anne Biging, talks about being healed and the need to find alternative solutions in lifestyle choices. (...)by Ewa Biging - Editor in Chief, Just Breathe Mag

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To most people the refugee topic is just an abstract piece of information they swallow in the evening with their dinner while watching the news. To me it’s a very lively part of my reality... (...)by Daniela Pfefferkorn - Owner of Hotel Goldener Berg, Austria

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Just imagine what would happen if you were made to stay all alone at some place for a long period of time without any kind of interactions with people? Any normal person would be exhausted of the loneliness. (...)by Alex Brain - Freelance Writer

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“There is a void felt these days by women and men– who suspect that their feminine nature, like Persephone [1], has gone to hell. Whenever there is such a void, such a gap or wound agape, healing must be sought in the blood of the wound itself. (...)by Kris McIntyre - Founder & Publisher of Sacred Women’s Business

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Regardless of our country of birth or our culture and customs, we all aspire to happiness. Happiness is more than just a feeling; it is a state of mind that evokes love, peace, health, equilibrium and harmony. Indeed, happiness is a world unto itself, colored by our presence, our very essence. (...)by Imane Lahlou - Manager and Holistic Health Expert

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Building A Place For Abundance to Thrive

"The Universe totally supports every thought I choose to think and believe. I have unlimited choices about what I think and therefore create." In the personal development and self-help world, it is virtually impossible to pick up any article without some dialogue about “abundance” and an offer to attend the ultimate prosperity-attracting presentation. (...)by John Stamoulos - Master Breathwork Trainer

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All of us would like to be healthier, to look better, and to live well both physically and spiritually. Living well is almost the entire world’s shared dream. Global Wellness Day, celebrated 13 June, is an entirely not-for-profit day, a social project created by volunteers dedicated to living well. (...)by Ewa Biging - Editor in Chief, Just Breathe Mag

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"If you want something that lasts for days, plant flowers. If you want something that lasts for years, plant trees. If you want something that last for eternity, plant an idea." (...)by Belgin Aksoy - Founder of the Global Wellness Day

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Imagine living in New York. Imagine living in New York as a very successful consultant. Imagine  working for world renowned clientele such as the Walt Disney Company or the Sheraton and Le Meridien Hotels, owning restaurants and bringing home a comfortable six figure income. And now imagine throwing it all away in order to start a non-profit organization in a third world country. (...)by Annette Gebuhr - Freelance Writer

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Just Breathe sat down with Neal Bermas, the man behind STREETS International, to find out more about his motivation, inspiration and general views on work-life-balance and ‘virtues’ of the western world. (...)by Annette Gebuhr - Freelance Writer

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Global change makers met for a one-day conference in Berlin and commit to action. How is a personal healing lifestyle related to business practices of the future? Why is „to do good“ the most effective economic practice? (...)by Anne Biging - Founder and CEO of Healing Hotels of the World

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“Life’s a journey, not a destination.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson. If we know one thing to be true, it is that everything changes. Constantly. (...)by Jenny Rieger - Founder of Synnection, speaker, writer and coach

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On this celebration of Earth Day, I invite you to take a moment to indulge in that which you may take for granted. Right now, we are residing on a landmass that is traveling over 100,000km/h around a giant spherical ball of hot plasma in a near-perfect circular orbital pattern. An unfathomable amount of power and substance - gross and subtle - has synchronized and synergized to manifest our reality. (...)by Asa Siegel - Founder of STAMBA Superfoods

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Sometimes in our life an unexpected few words of wisdom, either spoken from stranger, a song playing on the radio, or words which leap from a page, will catch our attention and change the course of our life. (...)by Madeleine Marentette - Founder and CEO of Grail Springs Retreat and Spa

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From the ‘karaoke culture’ that Kjell Nordström, (a leading global economist and author) describes so perfectly, to depth, meaning and authenticity. The evolution of health and wellness in all of its guises, has been an undulating one. (...)by Anni Hood - Founder and CEO of Anni Hood Wellness Business Consultancy

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When I ‘rewound the video of my life’ and searched for an underlying plot, it made perfect sense that a girl from Connecticut, the daughter of a pharmacist, would end up in East Africa, learning from the indigenous people and sharing ideas for creating a healthier and happier world. (...)by Tanya Pergola, PhD, RYT - Social Psychologist & Chopra Certified Vedic Master Educator

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Keeping a New Year's resolution can be difficult. We have compiled a few tips and tricks to help you get started. (...)by Christina Koopmann - Freelance Writer

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This is the story of a remarkable woman, who grew up during Uganda’s civil war, survived the atrocities of the Lord’s Resistance Army, and later made it her mission to counter human trafficking, training law enforcement, and rehabilitating victims of war in Uganda: (...)by Agnes Igoye - Training Manager at Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control in Uganda

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The first thing that comes to my mind when I think of Leonardo DiCaprio is the amount of compassion he puts into his acting. I also love the passion he puts in his environmental activism. (...)by Ewa Biging - Editor in Chief, Just Breathe Mag

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Seven routines that you should have in your life today. (...)by Sabina Woller - Freelance Writer

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The healing power of crystals is known to human kind for thousands of years. Especially in these vibrant times of constant change, it is the rock crystal that supports and protects us. (...)by Karl Schneeberger - Owner of the Art in Stone

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Today’s world is more confusing than ever. Most of us would love to do “the right thing”, meaning to make choices that are ethical; choices that are not killing our planet and every living thing on it. (...)by Ewa Biging - Editor in Chief, Just Breathe Mag

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It was a remarkable evening in Dr. Mosaraf Ali’s flat in London’s hip Marylebone. Dr. Ali is a renowned expert and mastermind in the field of  integrated health. Before dinner was served, we sat in his large and very traditional living room, listening to the stories of someone who has successfully worked with high profile patients - from the members of the world’s Royal family to the likes of Kate Moss, Sylvester Stallone and Morgan Freeman. (...)by Anne Biging - Founder and CEO of Healing Hotels of the World

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An Ayurvedic View on Sinusitis

An Ayurvedic View on Sinusitis

Sinusitis refers to an inflammation of the sinuses that often occurs with a viral, bacterial or fungal infection. It usually follows a common cold, flu or other upper respiratory tract infections. Sinuses are air filled spaces in the skull lined with mucus membranes and acts as passage through which the mucus is able to drain, warms up the breath and facilitates the air circulation. (...)by Dr. Arun Aravind - Ayurveda Physician

DIY Aromatherapy Roll-On for Travelers

DIY Aromatherapy Roll-On for Travelers

Traveling a lot lately? Being on the road always feels like an adventure to me. But sometimes, long hours in an airplane, bus or train can leave you feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Aromatherapy is ideal to quickly calm the nerves. A roll-on is a great tool to clear your head and relieve tension, plus it fits in every pocket and purse! (...)by Henrike Müller - Yoga Therapist

A Raw Food Lifestyle

A Raw Food Lifestyle

Often, when I meet people and tell them that I live a raw food lifestyle, they ask me two questions. One is where I get my protein from and the other is whether it is very restrictive. (...)by Gabriela Lerner - Raw Nutrition Health Coach & Raw Food Chef

7 Foods That Reduce Stress

7 Foods That Reduce Stress

Usually when people are stressed out they resort to eating comfort foods and unhealthy treats. Here are some foods that can actually help to reduce stress and keep you on track! (...)by Michael Snader - BodyAware Program leader at The BodyHoliday

The Importance of Appreciation in the Workplace

The Importance of Appreciation in the Workplace

It is a known fact that appreciation is one of the top motivators for employees to work harder and to be more committed to their companies. Studies show that appreciation is directly linked to happiness in the workplace – and what more could one wish for than being happy? (...)by Christina Koopmann - Freelance Writer

The World is Moving Too Fast - GWD 2016

The World is Moving Too Fast - GWD 2016

“The world is moving too fast - especially when it comes to technology and quality of life. It seems people are so focused with their devices these days that they forget to live in reality”, says Rochele Silveira, owner of the Kurotel, Brazil. (...)by Annette Gebuhr - Freelance Writer

Helping Refugees - a Human Imperative

Helping Refugees - a Human Imperative

To most people the refugee topic is just an abstract piece of information they swallow in the evening with their dinner while watching the news. To me it’s a very lively part of my reality... (...)by Daniela Pfefferkorn - Owner of Hotel Goldener Berg, Austria

DIY Autumn Face Mask

DIY Autumn Face Mask

This easy Do-It-Yourself Autumn mask is ready in a few minutes and will leave your skin healthy vibrant. (...)by Christina Koopmann - Freelance Writer

Dinner with Dr. Ali

Dinner with Dr. Ali

It was a remarkable evening in Dr. Mosaraf Ali’s flat in London’s hip Marylebone. Dr. Ali is a renowned expert and mastermind in the field of  integrated health. Before dinner was served, we sat in his large and very traditional living room, listening to the stories of someone who has successfully worked with high profile patients - from the members of the world’s Royal family to the likes of Kate Moss, Sylvester Stallone and Morgan Freeman. (...)by Anne Biging - Founder and CEO of Healing Hotels of the World

Close, Up and Personal With: Neal Bermas

Close, Up and Personal With: Neal Bermas

Just Breathe sat down with Neal Bermas, the man behind STREETS International, to find out more about his motivation, inspiration and general views on work-life-balance and ‘virtues’ of the western world. (...)by Annette Gebuhr - Freelance Writer

The 10 Most Important Medicinal Herbs

The 10 Most Important Medicinal Herbs

When you’ve got a headache, indigestion, sore throat or insomnia, what is the first thing you do? Grab an aspirin, suck a throat sweet, maybe down some sleeping pills? Learn about the uses and benefits of the humble herb. If so, you should be aware that there is a much more natural way to cure all of these ailments. (...)by Isobel Finbow - UK journalist

5 Green Alternatives to Household Chemicals

5 Green Alternatives to Household Chemicals

As much as we all want to live in a clean home, making this happen can sometimes have a negative effect on those who suffer from allergies. If you find yourself with watery eyes or itchiness, there’s a good chance that your body doesn’t agree with the cleaning products you’re using. (...)by Jess Walter - Freelance Writer

Being a Little Bit Maasai

Being a Little Bit Maasai

When I ‘rewound the video of my life’ and searched for an underlying plot, it made perfect sense that a girl from Connecticut, the daughter of a pharmacist, would end up in East Africa, learning from the indigenous people and sharing ideas for creating a healthier and happier world. (...)by Tanya Pergola, PhD, RYT - Social Psychologist & Chopra Certified Vedic Master Educator

Living with POTS – The Ignored Nervous System Disorder

Living with POTS – The Ignored Nervous System Disorder

Finally. I was pregnant with my second child at the age of 39. At fifteen weeks doctors told me that due to early contractions I had to be placed on bed rest for the duration of my pregnancy. A mere inconvenience, I reasoned. (...)by Wendy Baruchowitz - Integrated Nutrition And Health Counselor

On the Heroine's Journey

On the Heroine's Journey

“There is a void felt these days by women and men– who suspect that their feminine nature, like Persephone [1], has gone to hell. Whenever there is such a void, such a gap or wound agape, healing must be sought in the blood of the wound itself. (...)by Kris McIntyre - Founder & Publisher of Sacred Women’s Business

5 Ayurvedic Tips To Stay Balanced While Traveling

5 Ayurvedic Tips To Stay Balanced While Traveling

Traveling can be great fun, but it can also be a strain on your body and mind. Rushing for flights, changing time zones, sitting for extended periods, poor food, and new environments disrupt our daily routines and rhythms. Also, being on the go we find ourselves choosing convenient fast food options and throwing our regular balanced diet out the window. (...)by Tegan Wallis - Holistic Health Practitioner at Veda Wellness

ZEN in TEA

ZEN in TEA

The culture of tea is rooted deeply in China for thousands of years. Chinese enjoy tea for not only its flavor and benefits to health, but the spirit of Zen. There are two famous stories about Tea and Zen: (...)by Sylvia Ye - Managing Partner Redy Hotel Total Solutions

Ayurvedic Green Soup

Ayurvedic Green Soup

Do you fancy a quick and easy refreshing green soup? With the start of summer and the hot season, refreshing recipes are in high demand! In the summer months, the Ayurvedic temper and vitality called Pitta is dominant. (...)by Lisa Mauracher - Director of the Yoga Centre at Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof

The Pillars of Holistic Beauty

The Pillars of Holistic Beauty

The Lefay SPA Method focuses on the development of innovative aesthetic and beauty proposals following the principles of "holistic beauty". This approach is based on the correct functioning of the whole organism - the so called pillars of beauty and rejuvenation: (...)by Alcide Leali Jr. - Managing Director at Lefay Resorts

Feeling Tired? 10 Signs Your Liver Needs Help!

Feeling Tired? 10 Signs Your Liver Needs Help!

The liver is one of the most important organs, when it comes to detoxification. It’s what protects us from all the environmental pollutants that we are exposed to, plus the toxins we ingest such as alcohol, processed foods and refined sugar. (...)by Tegan Wallis - Holistic Health Practitioner at Veda Wellness

Healing the Mind: Yoga and Meditation

Healing the Mind: Yoga and Meditation

The working society of the 21st century has changed drastically. Advancements in technology have made us always available to others and only add up to a heavy workload that makes it impossible to really zone out after a long day at work. We are constantly charged up and find it hard to bring balance and order into our lives. (...)by Anja Follmer-Greiff - Founder of Yoga Travel & Friends

Global Wellness Day

Global Wellness Day

"If you want something that lasts for days, plant flowers. If you want something that lasts for years, plant trees. If you want something that last for eternity, plant an idea." (...)by Belgin Aksoy - Founder of the Global Wellness Day

What Does “Wellness” Mean to Expats?

What Does “Wellness” Mean to Expats?

Moving abroad with family can be a very hectic time, to the extent that looking after your health and wellbeing can fall by the wayside. You’re bound to be so busy with settling into your new job and home, and finding the right schools for your children, that achieving and maintaining wellness can be difficult – especially when you’ve recently moved away from the place you used to call “home”. (...)by Sabrina Bucknole - Freelance Writer

Happiness, an Adventure within

Happiness, an Adventure within

Regardless of our country of birth or our culture and customs, we all aspire to happiness. Happiness is more than just a feeling; it is a state of mind that evokes love, peace, health, equilibrium and harmony. Indeed, happiness is a world unto itself, colored by our presence, our very essence. (...)by Imane Lahlou - Manager and Holistic Health Expert

The Age of Vulnerability

The Age of Vulnerability

Previously, when I was 49, the prospect of turning 50 was simply another excuse for a good time. Now don’t get me wrong, it sure has been that. Opening with a visit to the Great Southern region of Western Australia to cook a long table lunch for 40 new best friends, followed by one helluva festival of 50 in Perth for my dear ol’ school buddy. (...)by Samantha Gowing - Clinical Nutritionist, founder of Gowings Food Health Wealth

Relaxing Self-Massage with Acupressure Points

Relaxing Self-Massage with Acupressure Points

Self-massage is a great way to relax and invigorate you. Before bedtime you can easily press 3 acupressure points on your head, which, if stimulated with a finger massage, can help decrease the accumulated energy. (...)by Prof. Corradin - Medical doctor at Lefay Resort & SPA, President of the Scientific Committee Lefay SPA Method

Osteopaths: They Treat Backs Don’t They?

Osteopaths: They Treat Backs Don’t They?

They do and usually very well, but you might be surprised to learn that Osteopathy is simply a philosophy of healthcare practiced by Osteopaths, which can be applied, very successfully, to a wide variety of health conditions - some of which may not be immediately obvious to the patient. (...)by Gerry Gajadharsingh DO - Osteopath

About Ayurveda - a short introduction

About Ayurveda - a short introduction

Ayurveda is one of the oldest sciences known to mankind and its literal translation means “the science of life”. Ayurveda is a holistic approach to health and focuses on maintaining a physically and emotionally balanced state. (...)by Dr. Elisabeth Ixmeier - Co-Founder and Managing Director of Healing Hotels of the World

A Vintage Approach to Fitness

A Vintage Approach to Fitness

In recent years, a tendency to link fitness and training to high performance and measurable physical results has emerged, pushing people to spend a lot of time in fitness centers with their headphones on while working out on machines. (...)by Patrizia Bortolin - Spa Director at Vair Spa

Panchakarma - The Ayurvedic Detox Therapy

Panchakarma - The Ayurvedic Detox Therapy

Noise and stress, smog and exhaust fumes, medicines, toxins in living areas or just a wrong way of life can make us tired, worn out and, ultimately, ill. Ayurveda, the holistic science of healing originating in India, has been successfully applying a time-proven and medically far-reaching therapy to the above health problems for thousands of years – the Panchakarma detox cure. (...)by Aruna Bandara - Ayurvedic physician, Bachelor Degree in Ayurvedic Medicine, author of the book, "Ayurveda für die Seele" (Ayurveda for the soul)

Happy Summer Smoothie

Happy Summer Smoothie

During the hot summer, light and well-seasoned nutrition is in high demand, as it helps to activate the weak vitality, in Ayurveda also called “Agni”. (...)by Lisa Mauracher - Director of the Yoga Centre at Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof

Q&A With We Blog the World Founder Renee Blodgett

Q&A With We Blog the World Founder Renee Blodgett

Q: What motivated you to start We Blog the World and what’s the site about? We Blog the World is all about Transformative Travel, but that doesn’t necessarily just mean on the road. The site has morphed since WBTW’s beginning – while storytelling is still at its core, its content centers around living a purposeful life and traveling from that mindset. (...)by Ewa Biging - Editor in Chief, Just Breathe Mag

7 Steps to Creating Happy Home, Happy Life!

7 Steps to Creating Happy Home, Happy Life!

Sometimes in our life an unexpected few words of wisdom, either spoken from stranger, a song playing on the radio, or words which leap from a page, will catch our attention and change the course of our life. (...)by Madeleine Marentette - Founder and CEO of Grail Springs Retreat and Spa

Female Fertility and the Moon

Female Fertility and the Moon

It’s a little known fact that according to astrology, women can be fertile more than once a month. That may be great news for women trying to conceive but slightly alarming for those trying to avoid falling pregnant. (...)by Kris McIntyre - Founder & Publisher of Sacred Women’s Business

How The 50/50 Diet Can Lead to Lasting Health

How The 50/50 Diet Can Lead to Lasting Health

Food allergies and intolerance are on the rise and according to research published in the journal EBioMedicine, environmental factors play a significant role in the increase. With the rise of social media and increased coverage of health issues in mainstream press, our understanding of the relationship between diet and health is a hot topic. (...)by Dr. Rubia Afza Shariff - Naturopath at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel