LIFE IN FOCUS

    ENERGY FLOWS WHERE ATTENTION GOES Too many of us are living lives that are unsustainable, with rates of chronic illness, anxiety and  burnout  escalating at exponential rates.   We are spending less time outdoors, tapping into  nature's rhythm  and bountiful health offerings,  and more time indoors, in isolation, and in front of screens. Few are reporting feeling energized, focused, and a general sense of well-being.  Dysregulated, distracted, and disconnected, we have allowed ourselves to fall into habits that reinforce this unhealthy and heavily tech-driven lifestyle, that has led to executive function fatigue. These are  neither natural nor desirable states of being and will eventually lead to dis-ease within our bodies, affecting health and energy levels that are needed for connection, harmony, focus , imagination , purpose and direction. Rather than feeling a sense of forward progression, many are living lives analogo...

Above all else, guard your heart,  for it is the wellspring of life. -King Soloman The World Health Organization's (WHO) most recent statistics reveal that cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) continue to be the leading cause of death globally, affecting approximately 17.9 million lives annually. CVDs comprise a group of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels. More than 80% of these deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes, and an estimated 33% occur in individuals under the age of 70. These are staggering numbers.  Despite significant advancement in pharmacological intervention, CVDs continue to be major medical challenges.    En ormous attention has been applied to research with the hopes of obtaining new and efficient tools for diagnosis and treatment.  While genetics play a role in CVDs, incorporating heart healthy habits into your life can mitigate risk factors.  When blood pressure and blood glucose, cortisol and stress levels are appropriately...