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10-Minute Morning Stretch Routine for Men: Exercises That Work

The way we start our mornings sets the tone for our entire day. I’ve discovered that adding even a short stretch routine to my morning ritual makes a profound difference …

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How to Practice Body Scan Meditation for Sleep Improvement

Sleep eludes many of us. I’ve found that creating a peaceful transition from our busy days to restful nights can transform our sleep quality and overall wellbeing. Body scan meditation …

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Health & Wellness / Lifestyle & Positive Living / Personal Growth

Are You Getting Enough Restorative Sleep? 5 Signs to Watch For

Sleep isn’t just about hours. Many of us get the recommended seven to eight hours but still wake up feeling drained. Why? The answer lies in sleep quality, specifically restorative …

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Health & Wellness

Breathing Techniques To Lower Blood Pressure

Have you ever noticed how your breathing changes when you feel stressed? It becomes shallow and quick, and coincidentally, your blood pressure often rises too. This connection isn’t random. The …

Health & Wellness / Lifestyle & Positive Living

Health Benefits to Being Single

Yes, There are Health Benefits to Being Single My adult children do not seem to have any interest in getting married (something I fully respect). And they are not alone. …

Health & Wellness / Personal Growth

How to Have a Great Day Every Day

Want to know how to have a great day every day? You may think that’s not realistic. And I will grant you, it’s not always easy! There are, however, daily …

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How to Do Reverse Crunches

The crunch is a go to exercise for many, so knowing how to do reverse crunches properly is useful knowledge. Many people are looking to strengthen their core and tighten …

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How To Stay Motivated For Weight Loss

When the goal is to be slimmer, knowing how to stay motivated for weight loss is useful information! Summertime is almost here, and many of us are getting to work …

Lifestyle & Positive Living

Dr. Bronner’s Soaps: Socially Responsible Businesses

I just read a post on Facebook about Dr. Bronner’s Soaps that prompted me to write this. I talk about these soaps in the Good Habits area of this web-site. …

Lifestyle & Positive Living

Positive Living Hack

A positive living hack or tip provides an easy ways to do good things in your day to day life. Life can get really busy and some days we might …