Wellness

Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits to attain better physical and mental health.

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Acupuncture is on a Mission to Mars

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Who knew that NASA was looking for an acupuncturist to join their mission to the Red Planet? Bill Redy, LAc certainly did! According to his latest article in Acupuncture Today, government agencies have been researching acupuncture as a replacement for heavy doses of medication during space travel. It’s time to boldly go where no acupuncturist has gone before. Today, acupuncture is one of the most accepted complementary and alternative medicines, but we still must prove ourselves …

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Steps to Conquering Your 2023 New Year Resolutions

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Happy New Year!!! It’s a brand-new year, and you know what that means! It’s time to hit the reset button and feel determined to become the best, healthiest version of yourself possible. Yep! The good ol’ New Year resolutions are at the forefront of our thoughts. Every year millions of people across the globe set new year resolutions. In the United States, 38.5% of people set goals on January 1 every year. Believe it or …

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Holidays Are The Most Hyggelig Time of Year

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As the world darkens outside, a cozy atmosphere takes light inside. Warm and contented spirits fill any room surrounded by family and good friends. The aroma of fresh pine trees fills the air as you sip mulled wine or hot chocolate by a roaring fire, and laughter sprinkles throughout your holiday meal. This experience is the beloved Hygge feeling! What is Hygge, you ask? Pronounced “hoo-ga.” It is a Danish word hard to translate but …

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3 Myths About Acupuncture You Need to Know Today

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Acupuncture, used for centuries, is one of the most popular forms of alternative and complementary medicines. However, despite its long history, acupuncture is often met with skepticism in the Western world. Many myths surround the ancient practice and have circulated for years. It can be challenging to separate fact from fiction. This article will dispel three of the most common myths about acupuncture. 1. Acupuncture is painful. While acupuncture does involve the insertion of needles, …

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The Foundation of Living a Wellness Lifestyle

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In a previous article, I wrote about the art of self-preservation. I summed it up by saying. The art of self-preservation is a way of life, a mindset, and a process. It is a lifestyle you design to achieve your highest potential for well-being. Self-preservation is a skill you cultivate and master over time for a wellness lifestyle. In this article, I want to dive deeper into a wellness lifestyle. The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as …

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