Contributor: Elizabeth Thibaudeau We invest a lot into our relationships, but how often do we take the time to nurture the relationship with ourselves? While hiking the other day, I was tuned into the Rich Roll podcast, and enlightened by a discussion he was having with his guest, Lisa Gottlieb. For those of you who may not know who she is, (don’t feel bad, I’d never heard of her) she’s a therapist who recently wrote…
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Feeling stressed and run down lately? Your environment and your daily routine may be to blame. Whether you work at a busy office or work remotely from home, too much clutter in your life — and in your mind — could be holding you back from staying focused, productive, and calm throughout the day. The good news is, it doesn’t take a lot of time and effort to get organized and lighten your load. Here…
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Can You Eat Your Way to Beautiful Skin? When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When diet is correct, medicine is of no need. – Ayurvedic proverb For those of us who have found the price of indulging on chocolate one day to be many subsequent days of battling acne breakouts, it comes as no surprise that what you eat has an impact on your skin just like other parts of your health and…
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I feel it in my fingers, I feel it in my toes – the Love Stress that’s all around me, and so the feeling grows. Even before the invisible spines of coronavirus turned our world into something once reserved for science fiction movies, mounting sources of stress in modern life have been taking their toll and impacting our emotional and physical health and wellbeing. It’s well understood that management of stress is not…
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Could worrying about looking old actually make you look older? The short answer is yes. The good news is that premature facial aging is a process we can thankfully control. How? By getting at the root causes. While there are many variables in play, one predominant cause of facial aging is facial tension. Surprised? That’s because facial tension is a rarely discussed topic. So we want to help unpack all you need to know about…
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Tightness in your lower back, an ache in your shoulder, that knot in your neck that won’t go away—muscle tension is a familiar sensation to most of us. Are you unconsciously clenching your jaw right now? Is your tongue stuck on the roof of your mouth? Most muscle tension stems from two sources: stress and positioning. Holding our bodies in one position for long periods of time—sitting in a chair at the office, bending over…
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Contributor: Elizabeth Thibaudeau We all have worries. In fact, it’s probably one of the few guarantees in life that we will worry over something. The act of worrying isn’t always a bad thing, however, as most of us worry because we care. We stress over situations, people, and possibilities that are meaningful to us. In some ways, stress helps us tune into the most important areas in our lives. But stress becomes a problem when…
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Contributor: Dr. Ritu Chopra, Co-Founder of Solvasa Most of us have experienced days where, waking up after a long night of work, celebrating, or binge-watching Tiger King for the third time, our skin looks as tired as we feel. Under eye bags, a puffy face, a dull complexion, and even breakouts can result from a variety of factors. One potential culprit that you may not be familiar with is referred to as lymphatic stagnation. While…
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In the current age of physical distancing, the world is seeing an unprecedented explosion of business, learning, and gatherings being conducted virtually. While virtual meetings are essential to public health, they can also be tricky to navigate for both hosts and participants. As social distancing continues, we need to be thoughtful about how we can adjust our practices to make these online meetings productive, engaging, and worth peoples’ time. Have a clear agenda, and don’t…
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Contributor: Lori Bush, Co-Founder & CEO of Solvasa March 12, 2020, was a very long day. The drama started at 2:30 AM Paris time while on a long-planned girlfriends’ trip to France. Our phones blew up with calls and texts from loved ones alerting us to the breaking news of travel restrictions from Europe to the U.S. Was this stressful? Of course. Did I panic? A little. And then a mindful moment of PBR kicked in: Pause, Breathe, Respond with Intention. As Solvasa’s Dr.…
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Contributor: Dr. Kristen Race, Ph.D. Last Monday I flipped from full denial about the threat of a pandemic to a full on panic attack. Since then I’ve toggled between convincing myself that the shortness of breath I experience while going up the stairs must mean I have the virus, to compulsively hitting the refresh button on a live map of the current outbreaks, to subtly edging away from anyone who clears their throat, to making sure I buy…
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Contributer: Dr. Kristen Race The pressures, pulls, and distractions of our lives have made the idea of attaining “balance”, an urban myth that, while desirable, seems unattainable for most of us. We spend our lives inundated 24/7 by information, our careers demand constant accessibility, and our time spent with our own children seems more harried than ever. Drawing from cutting edge research on the brain, combined with simple mindfulness practices, I’ve spent the last decade…
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Contributer: Lori Bush Intention over habit. Attitude over age. Presence over everything. These catchy sounding keys for Integrative Beauty seem simple enough… right? In reality, while the potential benefits are profound, many of us are challenged to overcome the less-than-healthy ways our minds respond to constant over-stimulation, and social and self-imposed pressures. Not to mention the human propensity to default to ingrained biases and practices. The purpose of our mantra is not to suggest that…
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You’ve probably heard about the ‘good’ bacteria that keep your gut healthy and digestion in check. And while there are dozens of probiotic supplements out there, one of the best ways to make sure these microorganisms are flourishing in your gut is simply by eating certain foods. Fermented products contain certain strains of bacteria and you’ll find a lot of dairy products have high concentrations of good bacteria. Here are some of your best bets for…
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Treating yourself to a relaxing and luxurious bath every now and then can be a great way to de-stress and decompress after a long day or week. Cleopatra was known for taking soothing milk baths regularly and the idea of bathing rituals dates back thousands of years. In Europe, bathing became a go-to routine using the therapeutic properties of salt water. Here are five steps to turning your baths into a beautifying routine: #1: Fill…
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They say that your eyes are the windows to your soul. It’s your skin, however, that is the historian of your health and well-being… Contributor: Lori Bush If you don’t have your health, all the cosmeceuticals in the world won’t correct the reflection of what lies beneath. Here’s what every woman needs to know about the role of stress in her life and ways to minimize its impact on your skin, your health, and your…
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Give yourself a little beauty boost with a quick diet makeover this season. Spring is the perfect season to fill up your plate with fresh fruits and veggies, more greens, and a few superfoods that can give you a natural glow. The trick is to make sure you’re choosing foods that are loaded with micronutrients, antioxidants, adaptogens and phytochemicals. Eating these types of foods regularly can protect your skin from the elements and also ward…
Ever feel like you can’t live without your phone? You’re not alone. We rely on technology more than ever these days but there are some downsides of being so ‘connected’ this way. Here are some signs it might be time for a digital detox… Contributor: Dr. Kristen Race When my daughter was 7 she turned to my husband and said “I bet you can’t go one week without checking your phone while we are around.”…
Clearing your mind and grounding yourself in the present isn’t something that comes naturally for most. Dr. Kristen Race shares some tips on the right and wrong way to practice meditation… Contributor: Dr. Kristen Race Me: “How come you don’t meditate any more?” My Husband: “I got tired of doing it wrong?” Me: “Wrong?” My Husband: “Yah, wrong. My mind is way too busy, I can’t clear my thoughts, I can’t sit in that position…
Five minutes of “me time” not only relieves stress but also does wonders for your skin. Try some of these mindfulness rituals to maintain healthy and radiant skin. Contributor: Dr. Kristen Race Whether chronic or not, skin issues worsen with stress. The past 30 years have seen exponential growth in research examining mindfulness and meditation practices. It scientifically validates numerous health benefits including reduced stress, fear, worry and anxiety – conditions that are often the…
Contributer: Dr. Kristen Race The pressures, pulls, and distractions of our lives have made the idea of attaining “balance”, an urban myth that, while desirable, seems unattainable for most of us. We spend our lives inundated 24/7 by information, our careers demand constant accessibility, and our time spent with our own children seems more harried than ever. Drawing from cutting edge research on the brain, combined with simple mindfulness practices, I’ve spent the last decade…
