True North Wellness Blog
Stress vs Anxiety: the Differences and Ways to Cope
We often use the terms stress and anxiety interchangeably, but they are not the same. Simply put, stress is a physical and emotional reaction to a real or perceived threat. Anxiety more often than not is a reaction to stress.
Yoga Is a Team Sport; on Community and Sangha
You are not alone if you have found it difficult to keep up your yoga and meditation practice this past year. Plain and simple, practice is easier with a sangha.
You can’t be serious, just breathe
Different emotions are associated with different forms of breathing, so changing how we breathe can change how we feel. Think about how you breathe when you are anxious or angry versus when you are filled with joy and laughter.
Wellness: An Inside Job
Mindfulness is like a gatekeeper vetting whether visitors have friendly or harmful intentions. In mindfulness, we monitor what is happening as skillful or unskillful, wholesome, or unwholesome. We notice if thoughts cause pain or joy.
The Importance of Emotional Wellness and Ways to Check your Emotions
How you feel and what you feel at a particular time can affect your ability to carry out activities, manage relationships, and your overall mental health. Learn how to keep a good check on your emotions.