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Vedic Meditation

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  Neuroscientists claim that our brains process approximately 60,000 to 100,000 instances of cognitive activity in a single day. Each of these mental processes involves energy, intelligence, and utilization of our emotional and cognitive resources. Excessive cognitive activity causes an accumulative increase in stress levels causing a domino effect, until the stress level escalates to a mini explosion. The purpose of Vedic meditation is to quieten the mind and allow the dominos to realign or reset. Vedic meditation , also called Transcendental Meditation (TM) is the oldest form of meditative practice – an ancient technique that is known for its stress-relieving benefits. Just like Yoga and Ayurvedic medicine, Vedic meditation is explained in the Vedas, ancient scriptures originating from India that date back almost five thousand years. The Vedas aim to lay out a comprehensive path to a happy and fulfilling life through the practice of experiential learning. Vedic meditation is an ...

Sleep Hygiene

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It is common to come across the fact that the most successful people follow disciplined schedules. They usually have unique sleeping habits – such as waking up early, going to bed early, and having a sound sleep for a fixed number of hours every day. All these habits contribute to their increased productivity and high energy levels, which is why they can achieve commendable milestones in life. So, good SLEEP HYGIENE seems to be a secret behind their consistent performance. But, what does ‘Sleep Hygiene’ mean? And how can it affect your health and lifestyle? Let’s see! What is Sleep Hygiene? Studies show that Sleep Hygiene means the routine or habits you follow to put yourself to regular and restful sleep. Put simply, it refers to ‘healthy sleeping habits’ that help you strike a balance in your daily life. Sleep hygiene extends way beyond small habits such as brushing your teeth or washing your face before going to bed. It is about science-backed practices that you should integrate into...

Social Anxiety

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Imagine you are invited to a party. But before you have even opened the invitation, there is a lingering sense of fear; fear that there might be people you do not know at the party, fear that they might judge the way you interact with others, fear that you might say something wrong, or fear that everyone will start to dislike you by the end of night. This is what is called Social Anxiety , or Social Phobia . It is a condition in which a person is hyper alert of their surroundings and thinks that the people around them are watching their every step. It’s the intense fear of criticism, judgment, and embarrassment. Social Anxiety hinders a person’s day-to-day activities and makes them self-conscious. What is Social Anxiety? According to Gaba Telepsychiatry , a person may suffer from social anxiety and decide to seek help if they are experiencing the following symptoms: A persistent and excessive fear of one or more social or performance situations where the individual may be exposed to un...