Note to the reader, this article makes reference to trauma and alludes to violence, including abuse. Please take care of yourself if you choose to read this article, and keep in mind these Terms and Conditions of use. You may … Continue reading Exploring Dimensions of Safety as a Well-being Tool
There’s a Zen story about a horse which suddenly appeared with rider, galloping down a road. The man riding the horse looked as if he had somewhere important to go. Another man, at the side of the road, shouted … Continue reading Spiritual Health: A Missing Piece of the Wellness Conversation
As we begin to understand the science of trauma and particularly the role of safety, Vagal Tone and the Window of Tolerance, it can be important to reflect on the spaces we occupy. In workplaces, for example, we need to … Continue reading The Importance of Sanctuary and Tips to Get You Started
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as ‘tapping’, uses certain meridian points as a way to help relax the body, calm the mind and nourish the soul. In The Tapping Solution, Nick Ortner explains meridians as: “…the basis of the … Continue reading What is Emotional Freedom Technique? (EFT/Tapping)
Yoga Nidrā is made up of two words: Yoga in Sanskrit means union and Nidra means sleep. Yoga Nidrā has also been known as: Yogic Sleep, Psychic Sleep, Sleep of the Buddhas, Dynamic Sleep/Rest. In academic circles, alongside practices like … Continue reading What is Yoga Nidrā?
Intuition is our ability to know something instinctively without having to discover it or rationalise it intellectually – a deep sense of ‘knowing’ without analytical process. You can’t explain to anyone why – you don’t have statistics or research to back … Continue reading Should I Trust My Intuition? Why it matters (and what might help)
You have probably heard of the Intelligence Quotient, or IQ, and more recently, on the back of work from psychologists like Daniel Goleman, an expansion of this in to discussions around Emotional Intelligence (EQ). What you may not know, is … Continue reading What is Spiritual Intelligence?
Over the decades, there have been many ideas about what it means to “live well”; ultimately “good living” looks different for everyone. But when thinking about wellness, a holistic view provides a platform to start from, especially when thinking about … Continue reading The Circle of Wellness: How to Use the Wheel of Life for Meaningful Living
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