Written By: Jennifer Metz My meditation journey began in high school, though at the time, I didn’t fully grasp its depth. I simply recognized the sense of calm it brought me. In my early twenties, my practice ebbed and flowed, never quite settling into a consistent routine. It…
Written by: Jennifer Metz In today’s fast-paced and ever-connected world, children and adolescents face an overwhelming amount of stress and distractions. From academic pressures to social media and personal struggles, young people are more susceptible than ever to anxiety, depression, and emotional distress. As mental health concerns continue…
Written By: Jennifer Metz The Spark We Lost Along the Way When we are growing up, we are readily and easily able to find creative joy in our every day. Our interests are abundant, and connecting to our passion and excitement in the interactions we engage in seems…
Welcome to the world of meditation, where mindfulness and mental wellbeing meet. For thousands of years, people have practiced meditation. It comes from many cultures and traditions, helping with mental, emotional, and physical health. In today’s busy world, meditation is a key tool for balance and harmony. It helps us deal with stress, improving our emotional…
As winter arrives, taking care of ourselves is key. The cold and short days can harm our health. But, simple habits can help us stay strong. We can focus on wellness and self-care to make it through winter. It’s important to know how cold weather affects us. To…
In today’s fast-paced world, it can often feel like there’s little time for anything other than the endless demands of work, family, and other obligations. With a constant stream of tasks, responsibilities, and distractions pulling us in every direction, it’s easy to lose sight of one very important…
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of the menstrual cycle and the beginning of a new chapter. While it is a significant transition, the physical and emotional symptoms that come with it can often feel overwhelming. Hot flashes, mood swings, sleep disturbances,…
There’s something undeniably calming about being surrounded by plants. Whether it’s a few potted plants on a windowsill or a full indoor garden, bringing greenery into your home has been shown to have a variety of positive effects on both mental and physical well-being. In fact, the benefits…
Let’s be honest: we’ve all been there. You walk into your living room, and it looks like a scene from a reality show titled “Hoarders: But Make It Fashion.” You have random socks that have lived in your couch cushions for years, a stack of mail that could…
Let Life’s Small Annoyances Slide: How to Keep Your Cool Amidst the Chaos Life is full of little surprises—some pleasant, others not so much. From spilling coffee on your favorite shirt to dealing with a flat tire when you’re running late, it’s easy to get bogged down by…