Tag: Mental Wellness
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What is 5-HTP?
Posted Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 5-HTP: Benefits, Uses, and Side Effects 5-HTP, or 5-hydroxytryptophan, is a chemical byproduct of L-tryptophan, which is a building block of protein. It is made both naturally in the body and synthetically and can be used to treat a wide variety of issues, from insomnia to Parkinson’s disease. 5-HTP can…
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What Do You Desire?
Posted Monday, August 4th, 2014 Discovering Your True Desires: A Guide to Self-Reflection and Awareness The Modern Struggle with Distraction In previous blog posts we have talked about life in the 21st century, how busy and distracted society has become. There is a constant barrage of stimuli that we encounter throughout the day, from the…
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The Many Benefits of Meditation
Posted Monday, April 7th, 2014 The Power of Meditation: Achieving Balance in a Busy World Finding Peace in a Distracted World We live in a busy world with lots of distractions and noise; we are constantly inundated with information and stimulation. With so many different external stimuli, it can be difficult to find peace and…
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The Need for Interpersonal Boundaries
Posted Saturday, November 22nd, 2014 The Importance of Establishing Boundaries in Interpersonal Relationships One topic that is discussed quite often with patients at Above & Beyond Acupuncture is the need to establish personal boundaries. Setting up boundaries within interpersonal relationships is essential, as it provides the necessary framework for what is appropriate and inappropriate. The majority of…
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Becoming a More Conscious Human Being
Posted Tuesday, June 2nd, 2015 The Importance of Living Consciously Why Awareness Matters in Everyday Life One topic that is discussed frequently with patients at Above & Beyond Acupuncture is the importance of being conscious and aware throughout life. Oftentimes, people stop paying close attention to the food they eat, the thoughts they have, and…