Mindfulness and meditation have both grown in mainstream popularity in recent years. They are both powerful tools in managing stress and other negative emotions and can be a big part of a spiritual practice if you desire. Unfortunately, there has been a bit of an ongoing war between meditation purists and those new to practicing […]
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The Greatest Gift?
The holiday season means a lot of things to a lot of different people. For some it can mean spending time with loved ones and gifting. To others it can be a bit more complicated and also include moments of great sadness and grief for people we have lost along the way. For many of […]
Relaxation Playlist of the Month: November
Lately, I’ve found myself speaking with a lot of clients about taking up space in their lives. This can mean a lot of different things. “Space” can mean taking up physical space. It could also mean taking up more emotional space with your loved ones and letting yourself be heard more. It could also mean […]
Could an app be your next tool for self-care?
Almost everywhere on social media you come across a thread about self-care. The term has a life of its own. From self-care Saturdays and Sundays to products round ups – self-care is big business. Some think that self-care is at the point of being synonymous with consumerism. Products can certainly be a part of your […]
Relaxation Playlist of the Month: September
We are in a period of transition. Summer (hopefully!) is starting to fade away while we enter the beginnings of fall. That means shorter days with less daylight. This means less time outside for many and that we should be more diligent than ever to create a little extra peace in our day-to-day lives. Today, […]
Mindfulness Products Wish List: 7 Ideas To Help You Be Present
Taking time to be present is not an easy task. Sometimes you can practice mindfulness in a way that flows within your day, and at other times, you may want to take a break from the outside world to focus on “the now”. Here are a few of the items on my mindfulness products wish […]
Relaxation Playlist of the Month: June
Happy June and happy Pride month all! Today, we are sharing with you our latest relaxation playlist to help you take a little bit of time to recharge and check in with yourself. I started this playlist with the track titled Introspection because I think this is something we could do a bit more of; […]
Why I Practice Mindfulness
From Co-Creator of Viva Wellness, Jor-El Caraballo “The present moment is the only time over which we have dominion.” – Thích Nhất Hạnh Why mindfulness? WHY NOT?! It’s a complicated question to answer, but here are some reasons why I practice mindfulness. The Benefits of Mindfulness Are Endless As you might have read in my […]
Bookshelf: The Magical Mindful Day
Reading has so many health benefits, but often it’s hard to find the time to sit down with a good book. We’re here to make it easier, with wellness approved book recommendations and why we loved them. Did you read one of our suggestions? Let us know what you thought! I think it’s safe to […]
How to Create a Zen Workspace
Most of us spend the majority of our waking hours at work. Staggering, isn’t it? That is precisely why it’s important for us to talk about how to create a zen workspace that helps us feel more balanced and productive. Use the Power of Sound Personally, I’m a big fan of music I often enjoy […]