In a world where the hustle of daily life often leaves little room for reflection and support, at-risk youth face even steeper challenges. The Nexus Amateur Sports Club is on a mission to turn the tide. Focusing on mental health and the risk of homelessness, this non-profit is changing the narrative for young individuals in need. A Community Effort for the Vulnerable Youth Parents, educators, community leaders, and concerned citizens — it is time to take a closer look at how

Good Mental Health Leads to Good Business Mental health practices and self-care has become a rising priority around the globe in recent years, and the COVID-19 pandemic really shone a light on the importance of incorporating them within the workplace. Negative stigma has long shrouded discussions of mental health, but as the stigma fades away, employers have begun making changes in efforts to create a healthy workplace for all employees. Mental wellness in the workplace isn’t

AI-powered fitness Apps Continue to Improve Optimization and personalization. Bridging The Gap Between Gamification and Accountability Established wellness influencer Robin Arzón is set to launch her new venture, Swagger Society, a unique lifestyle Web3 membership club, in the upcoming months. The membership club aims to connect like-minded individuals using Web3-based fitness programs and apps to foster a community that can provide users with accountability. Arzón is an icon

Healthcare, Artificial Intelligence, and Cannabis to Skyrocket Throughout 2023, startups are set to gain serious headway in industries related to healthcare, artificial intelligence, and cannabis. At least, that’s according to the 68 founders surveyed by Insider. Although we can’t see into the future, 68 founders provided insight and predictions based on their knowledge and oversight within their own market, as to which businesses they believe will excel in the upcoming year.

The Largest Internal Body Organ Is Surprisingly Resilient The liver is an extremely resilient organ. It is the largest internal body organ and is actively involved in breaking down and eliminating bodily waste products, including alcohol. The liver is responsible for a colossal 90% of all alcohol consumed, and just one alcoholic drink can take about 1-hour to be processed. Regardless of that, because the liver is self-healing and in a constant state of generation, it can repa

The Rise of Thermal and Mineral Springs According to a recent market research report by Technavio, the global health and wellness market is projected to grow by USD 1.39 trillion from 2020 to 2025. Growth will occur at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.29%. One of the critical drivers of the market will be the increased emphasis on promoting health and wellness activities. The rising influence of spas, specifically thermal and mineral springs, is a significant trend t

How Clay Wraps Can Help You Lose Inches of Fat and Cellulite Body wraps have been exploding in popularity amongst wellness and weight loss communities, and for a good reason. They truly can help people lose a few inches of body fat that makes individuals look toned and slimmer. They work by assisting people to sweat, which forces excess unwanted fluids contaminated with toxins out from being trapped under the skin’s surface. A clay body wrap is a skin treatment done in a spa

Burnout Affects the Employee and the Business Throughout the past few years, burnout has drastically increased. Employees have been working longer hours with growing lists of demands, and it has become increasingly difficult for most to balance work and personal lives. Exasperated by the COVID-19 pandemic, burnout has become somewhat of an epidemic in the workplace. Although many employees try to push through burnout by working harder, this solution is entirely unsustainable

Powerful Tools for Cleansing Your Aura and Soul 1. Physical Purge Through Water One of the simplest ways to cleanse your aura is to plunge into a large body of water. Lakes, oceans, rivers, and streams hold a powerful ability to purge the body and the soul. Being in nature’s swimming pools allows the world to bathe your aura and neutralize any negativity, physically and emotionally cleansing. 2. Smudging Like smudging to remove negative energy from a home or crystals, one can

How Nature Impacts Our Wellbeing Wellness is a topic that has garnered increasing interest globally in recent years. Our sense of wellness and well-being is directly affected by our daily choices and lifestyles, such as working and caring for our bodies. Due to this, it is vital that we pay attention to our daily routines and how we spend our time to ensure we are prioritizing our wellbeing. With warm weather right around the corner, there are plenty of natural and environmen

Increasing Flow of Qi Acupuncture is a part of traditional Chinese medicine that stems from thousands of years ago. Based on holistic wellness and philosophy, acupuncture is rooted in conventional wisdom and contemporary science. The practice involves inserting thin needles through the skin at strategic anatomical points of the body to clear blockages and increase the flow of Qi. Qi, pronounced ‘chee’, is commonly defined as a life force and energy vital to an individual's he

1. Pineapple Turmeric A turmeric shake is a perfect way to kickstart your day. Turmeric gets a lot of attention in the wellness community, and for excellent reason. Just a tiny amount of turmeric can nourish your body with its plentiful benefits, and it’s straightforward to add to any meal or drink. On top of that, this energizing smoothie contains other beneficial ingredients such as banana and pineapple, which are chock full of vitamin C and D and potassium. With so many he

Healing in the Forest Throughout the lockdowns we have experienced over the past few years, when many of us felt trapped inside, nature came to the rescue. Whether we went to hang out in a park or at the beach, or even just walked around our neighborhoods - character became a solace that helped us relieve some of the anxiety and stress that came with experiencing a global pandemic. It should be of no surprise that the Global Wellness Institute released a report predicting tha

How To Make Your Own Personalized Wellness Plan? Wellness is defined as ‘the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal.’ Especially when looking from a holistic perspective, personal wellness initiatives can happen in different factors of your life. While health is a state of being, wellness is a set of actions you consistently take to manifest results in your health. While many components of health can be analyzed when creating a personal wellness

Holistic Techniques for Treatment of Substance Abuse A rising trend in healthcare has been incorporating complementary, alternative, or holistic treatment approaches into standard treatments for various ailments and conditions. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, approximately 4/10 adults in the United States are using a form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and the trend seems to be growing. Substance abuse and addiction

Back To the Basics The future of food is reverting to the basics. For a long time, most people viewed health and wellness from a sickness-and-care model, meaning that healthcare practitioners and treatment are only required during illness. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic emphasizing the necessity for immune defenses, most of us have been prompted to reconsider our perspectives on wellness. We have also developed a much stronger awareness of our mental health and how much

The Impact of Yoga on Mindfulness and Mindfulness on Yoga Mindfulness is the practice of being fully aware of the present moment and not becoming overly reactive or overwhelmed by what is happening in our surroundings. Mindfulness involves observing and labeling our thoughts, feelings, and sensations to ground ourselves in the present. When we practice mindfulness, we learn to be an observer of our thoughts or emotions while reserving judgment. Our brains naturally wander, co

What Is a Sound Bath? There is no need to get undressed or wet for a sound bath despite its name. The practice does not have anything to do with bathing but instead uses sound and vibrations to cleanse us of stress and balance us. Sound bathing, or sound therapy, has exploded in popularity in recent years as famous figures like Kendall Jenner and Adele have shared their experiences. Although it might seem like a new wellness fad, sound therapy has been relied on for centuries

Taking Care of the Mind, Body, and Spirit When referring to holistic wellness, people mean one of two things. The term is often a shorthand for alternative medicine, for example, when someone has a medical diagnosis and looks for natural ways of treating their illness. The more broad and all-encompassing definition of holistic wellness uses the word ‘holistic.’ It defines wellness as the interdependence of all aspects of health, meaning the person is not considered well unles

Is There a Difference? Holistic medicine and homeopathy are commonly used interchangeably. However, although they are related, they are also distinctly different modalities. The word holistic comes from holism, meaning ‘all, whole, entire. The term holistic medicine is somewhat of an umbrella term that applies to various treatments and therapies that treat the patient as an entire person. Instead of directly treating an illness, a holistic practitioner examines the patient’s