Meditation is practiced by millions of people around the world every day. If you're not one of them, you're still likely to be familiar with what a stereotypical "mediation practice" looks like. Whether it's a roomful of monks holed up in quiet monasteries, yogis, sages or priests communing with their higher power in spiritual pursuits, or someone seated cross-legged on a beach at sunrise. Stillness, especially for a person always on the go, can be a bit intimidating. But we can all benefit from meditation, from wherever we are, and in whatever 'spiritual' context suits us. In fact, there are quite a few impressive health benefits to meditation that make it totally worth your while to give it a try.
Regardless of season, getting out into nature is one of the healthiest things we can do for our bodies. The fresh air can revitalize and energize us, and being out among trees and grass, birds and butterflies—no matter how few or how many—is always a good thing. It can also provide us with a healthy and free workout any day of the year (read no more excuses!); and if you've got a taste for fruits, you just may be able to find a free and yummy snack along the way too.
Read MoreJanuary always seems to rush by as we transition back to post-holiday life. And those worthy resolutions we swear we're going to stick to this year can be left in the wake of our other priorities as life so often sweeps us up in a frenzied fashion. A healthy body—a most common resolution—is vital to a healthy mind, healthy relationships and a healthy home. But sticking to a diet resolution can soon become unrealistic, unappetizing. So instead of vaguely resolving to lose a few extra pounds, or "eat better," why not give yourself some healthy goals you can really honor?
Read MoreIf the holidays were even moderately good to you, that can mean piles of brand new stuff waiting to be integrated into those already dense piles of other stuff. (We've all got a little hoarder in us, don't we?) Add to that the holiday gift-packing supplies, the leftover bedding from houseguests, all the food, and of course, all those extra bottles of alcohol. Regardless of what you've resolved to change in your life this year, a cluttered home can be a counterproductive distraction.
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