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Part of being a grown up means taking on the high stresses of the day and learning how to properly unwind at night. And nothing says self-care like soaking in a hot bath after a long day; scented candles, soothing soaps, a good book, tranquil music and a glass (or two) of wine are just a few of the ways you can enhance your time in the tub.
We all know the benefits of consuming plants, but did you know that filling your home with greenery can also drastically improve your health? Aside for providing dreamy home decor, houseplants have been known to improve concentration and productivity (by up to 15%), reduce stress levels, boost your mood and decontaminate the air in your home.
Quality self-care is as vital for your well being as eating right and exercising regularly. While a six-week yoga retreat sounds spectacular, an extravagant trip may be out of reach for many. However, maintaining a simple but consistent self-care practice can prove just as effective for relieving stress and boosting your mind and body wellness while keeping your wallet happy.
Everything in the universe is made up of energy that vibrates at different frequencies. Your personal energy and the level at which it vibrates play a pivotal role in your mind and body wellness. Equipping ourselves with the proper tools to combat these exhausting confrontations can be extremely beneficial for maintaining optimal health.
Almost every form of exercise can work wonders on elevating our mood. Outside of some much-appreciated muscle tone, exercising triggers the release of our “feel-good hormones” called endorphins that work with the neurotransmitters in our brain to diminish our perception of pain and increase pleasure. The amount of endorphins released differs by exercise type, intensity and duration. Here are some of the quickest and most efficient ways to stimulate your endorphins without even leaving your living room.
Traveling can be exhilarating, but jet lag is not. Preventing this sleep disorder from ruining your vacation is critical, and it all starts at takeoff.
Feng Shui is a traditional Chinese practice of using energy forces to harmonize individuals with the help of their surroundings. Because many of us spend most of our time at home, it is essential that our living space replicates the symbiotic balance of peace and harmony with the natural elements.
Bloom Farms CBD community member Priscilla Mewborne is a true outdoor adventurer and practicing aerialist who climbs her way from mountain to mountain with suspension silk in hand in constant search of her next breathtaking view.
Both acupuncture and sacred plants like hemp have been foundational elements in Eastern medicine practices for thousands of years. Now these holistic methods have migrated West to offer health-conscious patrons a more natural alternative or enhancement to traditional techniques and treatments.
Bloom Farms CBD Community Member Billy DeKom is a talented outdoor photographer who began sharing his love for nature and all its wonders through breathtaking imagery back in 2015. What originally started as a way to capture his surroundings while on a road trip quickly turned into a full-time passion.
Called “the botox of the Far East,” Gua Sha is a 4000-year-old Chinese traditional medicine practice that promises anti-aging benefits, the appearance of tighter pores and body detoxification. I tried Gua Sha for two weeks. Here’s what happened.
The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words: Rei means “God’s Wisdom or the Higher Power” and Ki is “life force energy.” Therefore, the term Reiki suggests that you are interacting with the spiritually guided higher power life force energy.
According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), Reiki is based on an Eastern belief in an energy that supports the body’s innate or natural healing abilities. Reiki has been studied for a variety of conditions, including pain, anxiety, fatigue and depression.
