Tag Archives: stress relief

10 Things To Diffuse Intensity

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Jdurner

In Ayurveda, the 5,000 year old holistic health system from India, summer is considered the season of heat or the Pitta season. Pitta, one of three life forces that exist within you as well as in various aspects of life, … Continue reading →

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The Relaxation Response

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Jdurner

The specific term “the relaxation response” was coined in the 1970’s by cardiologist Dr. Herbert Benson of Harvard Medical School who stated, “the relaxation response is a physical state of deep rest that changes the physical and emotional responses to … Continue reading →

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