Natasha Burton

How to Increase Muscle Tone After 40

Biological and lifestyle factors make building muscle harder as you age. But maintaining a steady routine can help you regain tone and stay strong for the years ahead.

Sep 28, 2023

How Primal Movement Exercises Can Make You Stronger and Help Relieve Aches

Primal movements work with the body’s natural inclinations to help people avoid injuries, build strength, and even alleviate some aches and pains.

Apr 11, 2025

7 Effective Ways to Reset Your Nervous System After a Traumatic Event

Finding a way to reestablish equilibrium within your nervous system is crucial for restoring a sense of safety and peace after difficult experiences.

Jul 29, 2022

The Best Daily Affirmations for Women Over 40

For women over 40, life can be full of changes, physically and mentally. Here are the best affirmations for self-love, strength, and change specifically for this stage of your journey.

Jun 23, 2022

10 Positive Affirmations to Boost Your Mood

These daily affirmations remind you of your self-worth and strength, helping you find more confidence and positivity.

Jun 15, 2023

Contrast Therapy: What It Is, Benefits and Risks, and How to Do It

Contrast therapy offers numerous health benefits, including improved circulation, reduced pain, and relaxation. Before you take the plunge, here’s what to know about practicing contrast therapy on your own.

Feb 24, 2023

10 Affirmations to Transform a Midlife Crisis into a Midlife Awakening

Invoke a daily affirmation practice to ground you and guide you as you navigate a midlife awakening.

Jun 13, 2022

Relationships & Family

How to Survive Father’s Day When You Have a Complicated Relationship With Your Dad

If your relationship with your father is challenging, or even nonexistent, here are strategies for approaching Father’s Day that honor these complexities.

Apr 9, 2023

How to Turn a Midlife Crisis Into a Midlife Awakening

A midlife crisis doesn’t have to evoke anxiety — it can be a time for deep personal growth, and even rebirth, as you embark upon the next half of your life.

May 26, 2023

4 Meditations to Stimulate the Vagus Nerve

You can use meditation to stimulate one of the body’s most important nerves — the vagus nerve — which not only allows you to build mindfulness but can create resilience for stressful times.

Apr 11, 2025

Can Facial Mapping Help You Treat Your Health From Within? Experts Explain

The ancient practice of face mapping, rooted in holistic traditions, can unveil a profound connection between your unique facial features and your overall wellbeing.

Feb 17, 2023

Relationships & Family

How Can You Spot a Real Narcissist? 4 Traits to Look For

Learn how to spot a real narcissist by understanding the key differences between self-obsession and genuine narcissism, and discover the four core traits that define a true narcissist.

Jan 19, 2023

Can You Really Exercise Your Way to a Faster Metabolism? Yes, With These 5 Exercises

Experts agree that there are effective ways to increase the rate of your metabolism through exercise, the most important of which is building muscle through strength training.

Jul 11, 2022

What Exactly Is Somatic Stretching?

Here’s what the experts have to say about this slow, mindful technique that relaxes and restores.

Dec 18, 2022

What Is the Vagus Nerve? Plus, 6 Ways to Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve for Better Health

Understanding the functions of the vagus nerve — and how you can stimulate it — can impact your mental and physical health for the better. Here’s what you need to know about how the largest nerve in your body affects IBS, anxiety, and the overall mind-body connection.

Aug 27, 2022

10 Proven Health Benefits of Meditation

The health benefits of meditating are many, and backed by science. Here’s a guide to what meditation actually is and how it can improve your health, inside and out.

Apr 13, 2023

What Is Primal Movement? Learn About Its Benefits, Exercises, and More

Practicing these six primal movement patterns helps build a more well-rounded body that can keep you healthy and strong.

Jul 3, 2023

7 Best Foods for Building Muscle Tone

Your diet can be just as important as your exercise routine when it comes to building and maintaining muscle. Here's why.

Jul 11, 2022

7 Somatic Stretching Exercises for Flexibility and Stress Relief

When you allow your mind to help you release tension and stress through somatic exercises, your whole body will feel better.

Sep 8, 2022

5 Steps to Make a Midlife Career Change

If you’re approaching midlife and considering making a major career change, here’s what the experts advise before you take the leap.

Jun 6, 2023

8 Positive Affirmations to Love Your Body

Enjoy and appreciate your body and feel more secure in your own skin with these inspiring body-positive affirmations.

May 30, 2023

Best Exercises to Correct a Neck Hump

Posture plays a key role in our physiology, and if you’re continually slouching or slumping forward, you could be at risk for developing a neck hump. Here’s how to correct it.

Jul 27, 2022

What Are Affirmations and Could They Make You Happier?

Saying words of affirmation is a great practice for channeling a positive mindset, as well as increasing your capacity for love, gratitude, and hope

Aug 7, 2023

A 20-Minute Primal Movement Workout Flow for Beginners

This primal movement workout is accessible for beginners and can also be made more challenging as your strength increases.

Sep 3, 2023

5 Ways to Stimulate the Vagus Nerve to Help Improve Your Digestive Health and IBS Symptoms

Tapping into the power of the vagus nerve with these tools and practices may help relieve IBS and belly bloat, and improve overall digestive health.

Nov 8, 2022

Relationships & Family

Why Saying No Is Important for Your Mental Health — and How to Do It Kindly

Here’s what the experts say about why holding boundaries is necessary and how to say no gracefully to minimize guilt.

Nov 16, 2022

10 New Year’s Affirmations: Why You Should Set an Intention, Not a Resolution

Affirmations can be more powerful — and effective — than traditional new year’s resolutions. Try the following affirmations as you set your intentions for the new year, or any time you’re embarking on a new path or need a fresh start.

Nov 27, 2022

Practice Theta Meditation to Find Your Center and Heal Old Wounds

Learn what theta meditation experts and practitioners have to say about this powerful mindfulness technique, then follow our guided prompts to get into this mindset on your own.

Aug 17, 2022

The Best Sleep Meditations for a Relaxing Bedtime

Incorporating meditation into your nightly routine can not only help you relax, but also improve the overall quality of your sleep. Here’s how to make the most out of meditating before bedtime.

Feb 9, 2023