by Portland Helmich | May 11, 2020 | Health and Wellness
These days, many of us are staying home far more than going out in light of COVID-19. The abundance of at-home time is a welcome respite for some. For others, it can be stressful—surrounded by family 24/7, tending to children whose schools are closed while also...
by Portland Helmich | Apr 2, 2020 | Health and Wellness
When it comes to large life questions, I’ve always been the type to seek input. In my 20s, I was trying to decide what professional path to take. I sought out a career counselor, but I went to an astrologer, too. In my 30s, I was considering a move. I visited a...
by Portland Helmich | Mar 19, 2020 | Health and Wellness
Mindfulness. The word may conjure up images of sitting on a meditation cushion for at least 30 minutes a day and night as you focus upon the rise and fall of your breath. That’s one way to practice mindfulness, certainly, but its applications are far broader. Kripalu...
by Portland Helmich | Jan 15, 2020 | Health and Wellness
When the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, many of us make that celebratory toast to the New Year. Waking up on January 1st, we often resolve to make changes in our lives that we believe will bring us greater health, wealth, happiness, and peace of mind. We...
by Portland Helmich | Sep 29, 2019 | Health and Wellness
Growing up, I was one of those. You know, the irritating, exceptional student who showed up to every class fully prepared, having read every assignment, homework completed–not in a frenzy, but with attention and care. I studied hard for every test–even...
by Portland Helmich | Jul 26, 2019 | Health and Wellness
“Humans fundamentally need connection,” says life, career, and wellness coach Izzy Lenihan, a faculty member at Kripalu. “It’s the neurobiological reason why we’re all here. We long for intimacy, closeness, comradeship, warmth, understanding, and acceptance.”...
