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Gut harmony: 8 ways Yoga nurtures digestive wellness

Yoga experts claim that Yoga plays a significant role in promoting a healthy gut and preventing digestive issues by combining physical postures, breathing exercises, and mindfulness techniques as this holistic approach addresses various factors that can affect digestive health, such as stress, inflammation and poor digestion. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, Founder of Akshar Yoga Kendraa, highlighted 8 ways Yoga can benefit your gut health -

Published on Apr 05, 2024 07:00 am IST

Year ender 2023: Unveiling the top health and fitness trends of 2023

As we move from 2023 to 2024, we are witnessing a surge in health and fitness trends on social media where many of these trends revolve around the advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics, alongside a resurgence of interest in traditional practices. It is a fascinating blend of cutting-edge technology and timeless wellness approaches. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr. Sreekanth Shetty, Senior Consultant and Head - Interventional Cardiology at Sakra World Hospital in Bengaluru, highlighted 5 top health and fitness trends of 2023 -

Published on Dec 27, 2023 09:40 pm IST

Signs of compassion fatigue: Therapist explains

Compassion fatigue refers to the psychological, physical, mental and emotional impact of helping others to the point that we stop prioritising ourselves at all. "After recognizing the signs of compassion fatigue, we might consider how to manage this experience so that we don’t burn out completely. Coping with compassion fatigue means that you begin to create separation between you and your role, in order to protect yourself from the constant absorption of other people's stress and pain," wrote Therapist Andrea Evgeniou. Here are a few signs of compassion fatigue.

Published on Sept 12, 2023 01:21 pm IST

Ways to integrate awareness into habits: Therapist shares tips

Often, we feel the need to stop observing our lives and initiating healthy changes. With the right kind of motivation and plan, it is possible to make positive changes gradually in life. Therapist Israa Nasir shared a few ways and wrote, "Remember, the process of integrating awareness into action is ongoing and unique to each individual. Be patient and kind to yourself throughout the journey and celebrate the progress you make along the way."

Published on Sept 03, 2023 10:31 am IST

How to heal the mother wound? Therapist shares tips

The mother wound is passed on from the mother to the child. It usually consists of trauma and dysfunctional ways of coping up. However, the mother wound can be healed. Psychotherapist Terri Cole addressed this and wrote, "Do you feel like your mother or mother figure is never satisfied with what you do in life? Or do you wish you had a better or totally different relationship with her," as she shared a few exercises.

Updated on Aug 21, 2023 04:55 pm IST

Steps to take when negative self-talk is triggered

Often we do negative self-talk with ourselves which further degrades the sense of self-worth and self-confidence. "We often relate needing healthy boundaries because of how other people behave, and this is true to an extent, but we also need healthy boundaries around the way we speak to ourselves," wrote Life Coach Anna De Freitas as she shared a few tips on how to reduce the impact of negative self-talk on ourselves.

Published on Aug 09, 2023 12:38 pm IST

What abandoning yourself can look like

Self-abandonment is when we try to suppress our own needs and priorities. "You might have a desire or need you want to meet, but you make the decision not to meet that need. ⁣⁣We abandon ourselves when we don't value ourselves and when we don't act in our own best interest," wrote Therapist Allyson Kellum-Aguirre. She further noted down a few signs of self-abandonment.

Published on Aug 03, 2023 10:43 am IST

Reasons why we struggle to identify emotional needs

Emotional needs are meant to be addressed. When we suppress emotional needs for a long time, they tend to have a build-up. "Becoming aware of your emotional needs allows you to communicate them and get them met. This leads to more fulfilling relationships with others and yourself, which is why my latest blog is all about the steps you can take to uncover your emotional needs," wrote Therapist Terri Cole. She further noted down a few reasons why we struggle to identify emotional needs.

Published on Jul 26, 2023 03:43 pm IST

Ways to manage triggers and regulate the nervous system

Often we feel overwhelmed with emotions, and we feel the need to regulate the nervous system to feel better. Sometimes external triggers can also cause us to feel a surge of emotions. Explaining how to regulate the nervous system and feel better, Therapist Sadaf Siddiqi wrote, "Your nervous system impacts every aspect of your being, from breathing to memory to processing feelings."

Published on Jul 23, 2023 03:51 pm IST

What does a dysregulated nervous system looks like

A dysregulated nervous system can give us extreme negative emotions. In order to regulate the nervous system, we need to relax the mind, calm the thoughts and let glimmer find us. "Learn the signs so you can be more attuned to your being," wrote Therapist Sadaf Siddiqi as she explained what a dysregulated nervous system looks like.

Published on Jul 22, 2023 04:39 pm IST

Reasons why self-care is hard for us

Self-care and self-love are important routines that we need to take up to ensure that we feel important, valued and loved by ourselves. However, for some of us, self-care is extremely hard because of the way we think and the way we have been brought up. "Self-care is an essential part of living a healthy and happy lifestyle. It can also help productivity levels, boost self-esteem, and support overall mental health.⁣⁣," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. She further stated a few reasons why self-care is hard for us.

Published on Jul 21, 2023 02:36 pm IST

Everyday habits that may increase anxiety

When we are on a busy schedule or just lazing through the day, we often do not realise that we are contributing to our anxiety. "Oftentimes, we move through our days without realizing we are contributing to the unhelpful mental state by different thought patterns or behavioral habits," wrote Therapist Kelly Vincent.

Published on Jul 16, 2023 11:56 am IST

Things to unlearn for a healthy life

While living a healthy life demands that we learn a lot of things, it is also necessary to unlearn a few. A healthy and balanced life involves knowing how to prioritise ourselves and letting go of the negative emotions that we have held onto for a long time. "I’m a lover of learning new things but lately, I’ve also thought about some things that would be helpful to unlearn, starting with this short list," wrote Therapist Allyson Kellum-Aguirre.

Updated on Jul 14, 2023 02:26 pm IST

What unhealthy perfectionism looks like

When we try to have everything in our own control, and focus excessively on it, it grows unhealthy perfectionism and the craze of reaching it. Therapist Lalitaa Suglani pointed it out and wrote, "A drive to better ourselves can help us stay committed to challenging tasks and overcome serious obstacles, but research has linked excessive perfectionism with mental health problems such as depression, eating disorders, anxiety and more."

Updated on Jul 10, 2023 12:28 pm IST

Signs that you are over-responsible

Sometimes being over-responsible and taking it all on us to do the job can be very frustrating. This also sometimes means that we are stretching our limits and not respecting our boundaries while doing the work. Being over-responsible comes with its own set of burnouts for the body and the mind. "Over-responsible people are people-pleasers who suppress and repress themselves to prioritise others and to minimise or eliminate conflict, criticism, rejection, disappointment and loss. They often do good things for the wrong reasons because they don't know another way of coping," wrote Therapist Lalitaa Suglani. Here are a few signs that we are over-responsible.

Published on Jul 05, 2023 01:54 pm IST

Reasons to take a mental health day

While we take a day off from work to take care of our physical health, we should do the same for mental health as well. Learning to take care of ourselves, attending to our emotional needs and taking a break to heal our mind should be normalised. " Ideally taking a mental health day would be a preventative measure in effort to avoiding being forced to take a significant amount of time off due to burnout or high emotional distress," wrote Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders. Here are a few reasons to take a mental health day.

Published on Jul 01, 2023 01:16 pm IST

Types of inputs that our nervous system loves

Our nervous system sometimes needs to be felt calm. Regulating the emotions and letting it know that we are safe helps in regulating the nervous system. "To heal your nervous system, release stuck emotions and process trauma in the body we need to use somatic practices and tools that communicate to our nervous system - we can't do this with words and talking alone," wrote Therapist Rebekah Ballagh.

Updated on Jun 30, 2023 02:41 pm IST

Habits that promote self-doubt

Developing positive habits and challenging negative thought patterns can help you build self-confidence and overcome self-doubt. If self-doubt becomes overwhelming or persistent, seeking support from a trusted friend, family member, or professional can be beneficial.

Updated on Jun 18, 2023 05:54 pm IST

Steps to build better relationship with yourself

Practice self-acceptance: Start by accepting yourself as you are, with all your strengths and weaknesses. Embrace your flaws and imperfections, and recognize that nobody is perfect. Treat yourself with kindness, compassion, and understanding.

Published on Jun 12, 2023 04:43 pm IST

Morning routines to transform your life

Having a well-designed morning routine can indeed be transformative and set the tone for the rest of your day. Here are some suggestions for a morning routine that can help you start your day on a positive and productive note.

Published on Jun 07, 2023 04:41 pm IST

Tips to do emotional regulation

Emotional regulation is the process of effectively managing and responding to your emotions in a healthy and balanced way. Here are some tips to help you improve your emotional regulation skills.

Published on Jun 02, 2023 04:47 pm IST

Routines to elevate your life

All of us have certain routines in our lives that make our lives easier. Routines help us to plan the day ahead and keep slots for the necessary things that we need to do – professionally and personally. “Routines make your life easier, not harder. So, embrace the power of routines. They offer a steady foundation to support your growth,” Therapist Israa Nasir spoke of the importance of routines in our lives.

Published on May 17, 2023 03:12 pm IST

6 wellness tourism destinations across the globe to unwind and rejuvenate

Wellness tourism has been gaining popularity in recent years as more and more people prioritize their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. From relaxing spa retreats to outdoor adventures and holistic healing practices, there are countless destinations across the globe that cater to wellness travellers. So, whether you're looking to unwind on a tropical beach or dive deeper into your spiritual practice, here are six destinations to rejuvenate.

Updated on Apr 24, 2023 03:10 pm IST

Happiness tips: 8 lifestyle habits to incorporate in New Year 2022

Two weeks into the New Year 2022 and our resolutions have already gone for a toss. This is because developing simple lifestyle habits can be much easier and more effective than traditional resolutions. January 2022 is more than just the start of a new year - it's the perfect time to evaluate your wellness routine and reinvigorate your life. Health Coach Simrun Chopra reveals to Zarafshan Shiraz that instead of opting for sweeping life changes like quitting social media or losing weight, focus on the small things whether it is taking time to regularly engage in activities you love, eating more vegetables or limiting phone usage. “That way, you’ll work towards your larger goals without feeling overwhelmed and learn something new about yourself during a less-stressful process. It's truly a win-win situation,” she said and suggested 8 lifestyle habits to incorporate in New Year 2022.

Updated on Jan 12, 2022 06:14 pm IST

From Broga to Aerial Yoga, here are some Yoga trends of 2021

The adverse effects of Covid-19 lockdowns, packed with job insecurities and traumas of losing loved ones to coronavirus pandemic have affected our mental health which is why we need to turn to Yoga as it is therapeutic. From increasing body awareness to creating mental clarity and calmness, Yoga is backed with health benefits that even improve a person's mental well-being. Here are some Yoga trends of 2021:

Updated on Dec 18, 2021 07:58 pm IST

Sonakshi Sinha is 'finding some peace and calm' in Mulshil

Actor Sonakshi Sinha took some time off from her hectic schedule and went on a wellness retreat with her friend and celebrity stylist Sanam Ratansi.

Updated on Nov 15, 2021 12:05 pm IST

7 self-care activities to practise instead of scrolling social media

Many of us have started spending several hours on social media in this lockdown. While some contents are fun to watch, some might get a little overwhelming at times. You need to understand when your mental health is getting affected and when to take a break. Here are six productive things to do other than scrolling on social media.

Published on Jun 14, 2021 12:46 pm IST

Fight PMS symptoms with these natural remedies

If you do not want to take medicines and want to ease the symptoms naturally then here are a few effective remedies.

Published on May 31, 2021 01:39 pm IST

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