Here are 11 quotes from some of Buddhist nun Pema Chödrön's books that will open your eyes about compassion, human suffering and how you can live your life to achieve happiness: 1. "Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It's a relationship between equals.
Two years ago I've stopped wearing makeup. I didn't do it to make a statement or with some other particular reason in mind. I just felt that I don't need it anymore. I did not want to seem prettier than I am with glossy eye-shadows or hide my imperfections under a thick layer of creams and foundation.
With all the different dietary advice flying around these days, how can you even begin to know what food choices to make? Take fat for example. For years it has been painted as an evil monster and the root cause of high cholesterol, heart disease and obesity.
Yawn. It's easier said than done trying to actually catch some Z's, and there is an entire spectrum of people, all desperately trying to claim back the realm of sleep and their quality of sleep.
Around 40 percent of women go through crippling cramps that put a break on normal functionality during their menstrual cycle.The culprit is usually increased production of prostaglandins, a hormone-like substance that can cause intense uterine contractions. For many women, cramps and bloating are the most uncomfortable parts of a menstrual period.
Carbohydrates have a reputation for ruining weight loss plans. The truth is, not all carbs are bad. Completely cutting out carbohydrates from your meals can result in restlessness, metabolic crash and depression. Complex carbohydrates are the kind that's good for you, while simple carbs are out to expand your hips and make you sleepy after lunch.
Prev post1 of 3Next Arthritis is a leading health issue that affects millions of people. The pain and inflammation can often impact on a person's quality of life significantly. With a healthy diet including some healthy juices and smoothies, you can reduce arthritis symptoms and improve your overall health.
Bok choy, also known as pak choi or Chinese white cabbage, was originally cultivated in China thousands of years ago and since then has spread to cuisines all over the world. Bok choy belongs to the cruciferous vegetable family, which also includes kale, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, collard greens, rutabaga and turnips.
Arugula, also known as rocket and rucola, is a less recognized cruciferous vegetable that provides many of the same benefits as the notoriously nutritious better-known vegetables in the cruciferous family such as broccoli, kale and Brussels sprouts. Arugula leaves are tender and bite-sized with a bit of a tangy flavor.
Plenty of scientific studies have shown that physical exercise is a powerful tool to slow down the effects of aging. Among other benefits, regular exercise helps us maintain our strength, endurance, and flexibility as we age. Now it turns out that there's an easy way to slow down the aging in our brains!