It is the common factor in life. It features in many songs, movies, and self-improvement books / videos. It comes naturally to us and yet sometimes we have to remind ourselves to do it. So why is it so important to us whether we are athletes, struggling with anxiety, or just trying to find clarity in a situation. Slow breathing helps us to slow down, take us out of fight or flight, and oxygenates our body while removing toxicity through exhaling. It helps us find our center.

Dealing with Autoimmune disorders can make you feel overwhelmed and helpless but there are actions you can take to help yourself. There is nothing easy about Autoimmune disease, still small steps taken repeatedly over time can have a large impact on your health. Here is a list of things you can do and the benefits of doing them. (You probably have heard some of them before, but may not know the why.) So what can you do? 1. Sleep – You may not be able to sleep well which is fr

When you are faced with a diagnosis of autoimmune disease, it can feel hopeless and scary. Especially, when you are told that the cause of your condition is unknown. You need to get emotional support. 1. The physical effects of autoimmune disease can be devastating but they can be endured with emotional support. However if you allow your spirit to be crushed it is nearly impossible to continue to function. Get those around you to support you and seek professional help for men

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