Nicole believes in the Hippocratic philosophy, “Let food be thy medicine,” and her passion is creating content that helps others learn about self-healing through eating real foods and living an intentionally balanced life.
When she isn’t writing or editing, she spends time in the yoga studio, on the mountain trails in Colorado, and in the kitchen creating recipes packed with nutrient-rich foods.
She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism, and has been a professional writer and editor for more than 15 years.
Research continues to observe a clear connection between presence, focus, and psychological health. Yet, the tug of distractions, unwanted memories, challenging emotions, and rumination can persist, pulling your attention away and making it difficult to cope or concentrate on the present moment.
Sometimes self-trust can be confused with thinking you need to have all the right answers or that you will always make the best decisions. However, self-trust is the solid reliance on your own integrity. It’s believing in and being kind to yourself regardless of outcomes.
Whether your work time ends at 5:01 p.m. or 11 a.m., powering down mentally and physically is a must. The challenge: Relaxing on demand isn’t necessarily intuitive, particularly in our go-go-go society. Although there’s not a single activity that calms all, these ideas are a place to start so you can discover what works best for you.
Productivity tips go down easy. Advice on ways to do less this year? Not so much. And that’s because it’s incredibly difficult to do less. Doing less means being more, and that’s kind of scary for most of us. It requires you to go deeper and get acquainted with yourself and what’s important. Learn some ways to get started.
If you think ghee is butter, you are partially right. Ghee is a form of butterfat, but it’s not the same thing as the long, yellow stick that mom used to serve on baked potato night. Discover exactly what ghee is, as well as the potential benefits it churns out.
During the colder months, curling up by the fire with a hot beverage and a book often sounds better than curling a barbell. Although you may be inclined to reduce or cease your sweat sessions in the winter, your health is counting on you to find the right motivators to keep moving.
There are many creative ways to cook healthful meals. Learn how to use seven cooking techniques, including one that has been captivating many professional and home cooks in recent times—sous vide. It’s much easier than it sounds and can help you make delicious dishes that are good for you too.
Expressing feelings of gratitude doesn’t just feel good—it offers many valuable benefits for your mind-body health. While it’s easy to be swept away by life’s fast pace, take the time to appreciate the people, things, and experiences that fill you with joy.
Stress and anxiety levels seem to be at all-time highs for too many. It’s crucial to know that there are natural antidotes, alternatives to pharmaceuticals, to help powerfully regulate these stressors.
Find natural stomach relief for the bug, food sensitivity, or stress that's ailing you with Chopra's nine remedies for an upset stomach.