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Coming to America

Coming to America from Shanghai, Taiwan, Hong Kong to the beautiful Rainbow State of Hawaii

Aloha to you from my heart. Maiden, Mother, Crone, I am an aspect of the Goddess. 

My story started out with a constant fight with my older brother who used to bully me and my younger 

siblings, but since boys are valued by traditional Chinese families, I was conditioned to sacrifice my

highest good for my family. I dropped out of college to get a full-time job so that I could support my family. 

I managed to get a good job as a translator in the U.S. Embassy in Hong Kong where I met my 

husband who demanded that I give up my job to become a full-time wife and mom. I gave up so much 

of myself that I forgot my spiritual growth, I became very controlling, demanding and selfish, I became 

very materialistic and vain. I focused on looking good so I could feel good about myself. I looked 

outside myself for love and approval but I was not happy. I always wanted more. When I am with my 

granddaughter, I have a glimpse of happiness. She reminds me of what it used to be when she laughs 

and plays. I miss you, my beautiful, precious grand child. You are my sunshine.

This is my song to you: Imagine all the people living life in peace. 

You may say I'm a dreamer but I'm not the only one. I hope you'll join us now cause now is all

we have, Make the world into one: One Love, One Heart, let's get together and feel all right. 

Ingrid Cheng

Author of The Anti-aging Secrets of Yoga

This short story is dedicated to my mom who celebrated her 80th birthday this year.

Travel Connections: Lake Havasu

@GoLakeHavasu

Beautiful am I, bountiful am I, blissful am I, yahey. I got the keys to the wisdom of ages, I got the keys, yahey. I got the love, I got the joy, I got the peace, yahey. We're in this together, we're stronger together. We're in this together, yahey. I learned the Beautiful am I mantra at a yoga retreat. We sang the Kirtan (call and response) all through the class while doing the breath of fire. The words stuck with me and the rest followed after I had a vision of a live retreat in Sedona. I wrote The Anti-aging Secrets of Yoga and dedicated my book to my dad who passed away in October of 2019. He taught me to value freedom and democracy. Little did I know that I was healing trauma and continue to heal as I share my truth with other spiritual beings who are in this journey of life. I felt alone and unloved. I felt anxious and depressed because the people who are supposed to love me didn't listen to me or accept me. They assumed that they knew me when they never cared enough to hear me. I got sick and tired of being treated like a nobody so I just left and began to travel. 

I went to Lake Havasu because I pre-paid for a resort stay and wanted to get away. Little did I know that my escape would bring me to meet so many beautiful souls. I met Larry and Linda, a retired couple who spend their winters at Crazy Horse RV Park. They live a healthy simple life and are free to travel anywhere. They have an organic farm and Linda is a beekeeper. Larry said she does everything better and he lets her do what she wants to do. Linda was a female officer in LAPD and her nickname was Annie Oakley. She said I must learn how to use a gun and gun safety for self-protection because cars kill more people and criminals have guns. Larry said he saw me smiling and liked me right away, that he has no time for fake people. He made me feel like I belonged. 

I also met Howard (Hip Hop Hippie), my brother from another mother while I was visiting Havasu Landing. I was curious about the Chemehuevi tribe and wanted to learn about their creation story. He volunteered to share his wisdom with me. He took me to meet Bridget Sandate at the Chemehuevi Cultural and Education Center. I'm grateful to learn about Ocean Woman who created the earth. Wolf, Coyote and Mountain Lion, they led the way. Grandpa Rattlesnake (wisdom keeper), don't tread on him. Grandma Mountain Lion/ Cougar, quiet, cautious, protective and always watching. They pray to Wolf for wisdom and ask Coyote how they can learn from their mistakes. I felt like I'd known them and  Ocean Woman in another lifetime. I said that I am part of their tribe. Little did I know that I am 99.6% East Asian and Indigenous American (https://www.23andme.com). Here's a photo of Howard and Dino, his bearded dragon and companion. My friend said he looks like a movie star.

Recently, I went back to visit my friends in Lake Havasu and took the Sunset Cruise with Sunset Charter Tours (http://www.lakehavasuboattours.com) Here's a photo of the Dragon over the Lake.

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Water is life, water is wealth. Love and respect Mother Earth. Love and respect the Chemehuevi people who have lived in the area for over 3,500 years. Love and respect Lake Havasu (Ha means water, Vasu means Blue Green). www.earthmagazine.org

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Travel Connections: Grand Adventures

@GrandCanyonNPS

I took my mom on a roadtrip of a lifetime last November. I booked plane tickets and lodging, told her we were going to the Grand Canyon. We flew from LAX to Phoenix, AZ. Then, I drove us to Sedona and checked off one of our bucket list when we visited Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The funny part was when we were in Sedona, there was an overnight snow storm so the temperature dropped from 60's to the 30's. 

"It's too cold, my teeth are chattering and my toes are all frozen! It's hard to walk" My mom said.

"I told you to bring a puffy jacket and you didn't listen." I replied.

"Well, I'm going to stay in the car and sleep. I didn't get to sleep much because you made me wake up so early."

Mom is a night owl and I'm an early bird. I often feel like the chicken talking to the duck. My dad passed away in October of 2019 and mom has been very needy since then. I made a conscious decision to spend quality time with her to get to know her better. It hasn't been easy dealing with someone who's so bound by her culture and upbringing. I tried to be patient, but being locked down with a 79-year old widow who holds onto the past for dear life tested me. She became addicted to the news and the negativity. She became like Dr. Jekyll/ Mr, Hyde. She drove me crazy and I just wanted to leave her for good. "Ah Dai" my big sister who lives nearby "stayed safer at home" and didn't make time to help. She was "too busy" and made us take the Covid PCR test every time before we "visited" her. I went along with "Ah Dai's" rules because I thought I had no choice. That was the limiting belief that cost me more than I realized. Looking back, I should've asserted myself and demanded that she respect my healthy boundaries. My dysfunctional, co-dependent family didn't serve me and I kept giving pieces of myself up to gain their love and respect. In doing so, I lost my self-love and self-respect. 

As women, we've been conditioned to sacrifice ourselves for our families. We often put others before us and don't prioritize self care. We over give and become people pleasers until we run empty and burn out. I got burnt to the ashes but I rose up like a Phoenix because I reclaimed my divine rights. We're all created equal. No one is better than another person. No one has the right to bully, shame or put down someone. No one has the right to make me feel bad or guilty. They may call my crazy, but it takes a crazy person to change the world.

A Murder of Crows: Coins can kill birds. The American Crows are very social, inquisitive and sometimes mischievous. Crows are good learners and problem-solvers. They are aggressive and protect their territory by chasing other birds away. Birds of a feather flock together. Did you know that the color black is made up of a rainbow of colors? I love the Rainbow Crow, a supposed Lenape legend, symbolizing the value of selflessness and service. It is also a modification of a Cherokee story of the "First Fire". After a long period of cold weather, the animals became worried. They decided to send a messenger to the Great Sky Spirit to ask for help. The Rainbow Crow, the most beautiful bird offered to make the arduous journey. He carried the gift of fire in his beak back to his people, but upon his return, his plumage was scorched black and didn't appear to be the same bird that he once was. His voice was made rough and hoarse by the smoke, but in certain light, you can still see his rainbow colors.

Did you know that a California Condor (a critically endangered species) recently died of zinc poisoning from swallowing coins? She was a breeding female, possibly seeking a calcium source before laying an egg. Other wildlife has been harmed by ingesting litter. "Give a hoot! Don't pollute." Woodsy the Owl is an icon for the U.S. Forest Service. His current motto is "Lend a hand - care for the land!"

 

Bee the change, bee the change, bee the change we want to see. I believe we can bee the change we want to see. Buy local and organic. Please save the bees.

I am so grateful for my Superpowers. I am Monkey 🐒 and Scorpio ♏, a free spirit and a bridge between two worlds. I am an empath and a light worker. I am the change I want to see in the world.

Ingrid Cheng

Author of The Anti-Aging Secrets of  Yoga, The Adventures of Monkey, Sparky Rescued Me, Island Life: Hawaii ABCs, A Cat's Life: Kitty Paws and Travel Connections.

Imagine Living in Singapore

 

Jewel Rain Vortex – the world's tallest indoor waterfall 

My sister lives in Singapore so I've visited many times before but I was determined to play tourist this time. I made a list of places and things I wanted to check out and managed to complete my list.
I used Gojek (like Uber) and took the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) to everywhere. I also walked a lot. Morning is the best time to go because there is less of a crowd and it's not as hot. I wore sneakers or comfortable walking shoes so I could walk for hours without getting sore feet. I also brought a spare compact umbrella to shade against the sun and in case of sudden showers.

Botanic Gardens - UNESCO World Heritage Site

My mom and I took the MRT to the Botanic Gardens and walked there for 1.5 hour. It got hot around 11 am, so we walked across the street to eat lunch at Relish. I entered our order on their iPad and waited hungrily for our food. The chicken salad was a bit small but the Thai noodles that my mom got were good.

Chinatown has the best bargains!

I got some scarves and souvenirs for about $15 U.S in Chinatown but the best thing was the food!
We enjoyed a walking food tour - I ate Eggettes (鷄蛋仔) Chinese waffle, curry puff, fish balls (鱼丸) on a stick and had lunch at Maxwell Food Center.

Christmas lights at Gardens by the Bay

My sister took me to Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by The Bay and we loved the Indian themed lights. It rained earlier in the day so I was glad it cleared up at night.  There was quite a crowd and we just ate dinner, so we enjoyed the festive scene without queuing up for food.

Esplanade Park walk has best view!

I took the MRT to Raffles Place station and walked along the Esplanade early in the morning. There were a lot of tourists taking photos at the famous Merlion (the body symbolises Singapore's humble beginnings as a fishing village & the head represents Singapore’s original name, Singapura, or ‘lion city’) and the view of the famous hotel was great. I had breakfast on-the-go and brought along a bottle of water.

Makansutra Gluttons Bay and Marina Bay Sands

We ate satay at Gluttons Bay before going to a concert at the Esplanade Theater/ Concert Hall. Did you know that it's shaped like a durian (a stinky fruit with spikes)? Singapore is a Foodie heaven as you can eat a variety of ethnic food any time of the day. I like cheap eats at food courts and hawker centers. Singapore is very clean and I have no fear about getting sick from street food. I used sanitizing wipes on my hands before I ate if I could not find a restroom nearby. I made the mistake of ordering too much food the first time I was at a hawker center, so I scaled back thinking I could always order more if I was still hungry after the concert.

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Celebrate Chinese Culture with Monkey

I am glad to partner with these great companies for my new book, The Adventures of Monkey (based on The Chinese Zodiac and Monkey King, a traditional Chinese tale. I believe that bilingual/ multilingual education and diverse books are so needed now. I advocate practicing self-care and self-love to stay healthy during these challenging and stressful times. I myself have been dealing with anxiety and sleep issues. I find that yoga, meditation and writing help me relax. I hosted a Fill up with Wellness Zoom event where we sipped hot wellness drinks with a few drops of CBD and shared tips on how to deal with all the chaos and uncertainty,

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The Adventures of Monkey

Chapter 1. The Quest for Immortality

Monkey is curious about the legend of the Peach of Longevity. She wants to find the Peach and eat it so she can live forever. Monkey goes to wise Goat for advice.

"The jouney is a long and difficult one. You must go ask Horse to take you up Gold Mountain." Goat says.

"Thank you. Goodbye." Monkey replies. So the quest begins.

Horse agrees to take Monkey to the top of the mountain, but wants a share of the Peach. Monkey nods yes and they go up the steep slope. On the way, Horse sees Snake and is afraid.

"Please don't bite me." He says.

"I am the guardian of the path. No one shall pass unharmed." Snake replies.

Monkey has a good idea. "Let us pass and we will give you a treasure."

"What is it?" Snake asks.

"It is the best thing in the world."

"Tell me."

"I can't say more but you won't be sorry." Monkey knows Snake loves secrets and it works.

"I will go with you, but beware."

"Are the more dangers ahead?" Horse asks.

"Dragon guards the Tree of Life. He is the one you need to be afraid of." Snake replies.

"I'll think of something." Monkey assures them.

On the way, they meet Rat and Dog. Rat knows a secret path up that passes by Snake. Dog guards the Middle Road.

"Halt! No one shall pass unharmed." Dog says.

Rat is afraid that Dog will bite her, but Horse is not.

"Let us pass or I shall trample you."

When Horse tries, Dog grows so large that she is as big as Horse.

"Join us on our quest and share in the treasure." Monkey says.

"What is it?" Dog asks.

"I can't say more, but soon you shall see." Monkey knows that Dog loves treasures and it works.

"I will go with you, but beware." Dog replies.

"Are there more dangers ahead beside the Dragon?" Horse asks.

"You need to ask Pig for the gold he keeps so we can bribe Dragon. He is old and grumpy. He is most likely to say no." Dog says.

"Don't worry, I'll think of something." Monkey assures them.

"Let's go see Pig." Snake says. She doesn't tell them that Pig is her husband because she loves secrets.

They go to the Upper Level and see Pig's large mansion with a mud pool. Snake knocks on the door even though she has the key.

"Who is it?"

"We are here to see Pig." Snake tells Rabbit.

"Come in Madame."

"Meet my husband." Snake says, revealing her secret.

"Sir Pig." Monkey bows to the elderly man.

"What do you want?" He asks.

"And what are you doing here, wife? Why aren't you guarding the path?"

"Monkey wants to get the Peach of Longevity."

"It's impossible."

"We'll give Dragon the gold and he shall let us have one of the Peaches." Monkey says.

"You think I haven't tried? Ha! I thought of it a decade ago." Pig replies.

"It didn't work." Snake says. "Dragon laughed at us and told us to go home. When He made me promise to guard the path in return for sparing our lives, I hired Rabbit to take care of my husband."

"Only then did we escape certain death." Pig adds.

"Don't worry. I'll think of something." Monkey assures them. Since everyone knows how clever Monkey is they nod, but Pig shakes his head because he doubts she can succeed.

"Are there any dangers ahead?" Horse asks.

"I hear that Tiger guards the final pass." Dog replies.

"Let's go." Snake says.

They walk for a long time before they come close to the fierce Tiger who bares her fangs.

"Halt! No one shall pass unharmed." She growls.

"We are on a quest for the best thing in the world." Monkey says.

"What is it?"

"The Peach of Longevity."

"Ha! Do you thing I haven't tried to take the Peach? I fought the Dragon for it and lost. He was going to eat me, but let me go after I promised to guard this path."

"Don't worry. I'll think of something." Monkey assures them.

Since everyone knows how clever Monkey is, TIger decides to join them. They travel for many more miles before the are almost to the top. They are surprised to meet Ox and Rooster.

"How did you get up here?" Snake asks.

"Ha! You think there's only one way up? I found another way and got Ox to take me here." Rooster replies boastfully.

"If you are so smart where is the Peach?" Monkey asks.

Rooster looks down and shakes his head.

"I tried to distract Dragon while he went for the Peach, but Rooster was too slow." Ox says.

Tiger growls, Horse neighs, Dog howls, Snake hisses and Rat squeaks.

"Don't worry. I'll think of something." Monkey assures them. Rat has kept quiet all the way because she loves to be as quiet as a mouse.

"Someone else is here." Rat says. "Look at that hole."

"Hello everyone." Rabbit pops his head up and greets them.

"How did you get pass me?" Tiger asks.

"He dug his way through." Monkey replies before Snake can because Monkey likes to show how clever she is.

"I plan to dig my way to the Tree of Life." Rabbit tells them.

"How will you get the Peach?" Rat asks."I thought of digging my way there too. If only I can be faster than Dragon or before I know it, I'll be his snack."

They all shiver at the grisly image, except Monkey.

"Don't worry. I'll think of something." She assures them.

"I can almost taste that juicy Peach!" Rabbit hops high and cheers.

"Let's go." Snake says.

They finally see the Dragon guarding the Tree of Life and stop at a safe distance.

"Halt! Don't get any closer." Dragon roars.

"We meet again." Tiger growls and attacks the Dragon for that is her nature.

Monkey dashes up the Tree and gets the only Peach before Dragon defeat Tiger again. She takes a bite of the juicy fruit and throws it to Horse who takes another bite. Snake eats a small bit, then Ox and Rooster have their share. Rat sneaks a tiny bite before Dog and Rabbit crunch the Peach almost in half. Monkey jumps down and grabs it. She is so fast that all they see is a blur before TIger opens her jaws and eats her share.

"Thank you." She tells Monkey, licking her lips.

"Oh no! What about my husband?" Snake asks.

"And Goat won't get her share." Ox says.

"Don't worry. I broke off a piece of the fruit before I gave it to Tiger." Monkey says.

"How clever you are." Snake replies and the other agree.

"Now that you are all immortal, what do you plan to do with this gift?" Dragon asks.

"I will share the last piece of the Peach with Pig and Goat. Then I will go on many adventures." Monkey replies.

"I will enter the thousand-mile race." Horse says.

"Good luck." Snake replies."I will enjoy a long vacation."

"You deserve it." Dog says. "I will eat all I want and go on a long walk."

"Cheese. I will enjoy all kinds of cheese." Rat whispers.

"I'll eat lots of carrots and spend more time with my kids." Rabbit says.

"I'll retire and enjoy lazig under the sun." Ox adds.

"I'll crow about my long life to all the world." Rooster tells them.

"Don't boast." Tiger says. "I will entere the Ultimate Fight of Big Cats."

"I'll fly up to heaven and rest." Dragon adds.

"Who will guard the Tree of Life?" Snake asks.

"Once the Peach has been eaten, the  tree will not have more fruit."

So they say goodbye and go their separate ways except Monkey, Snake and Rabbit. They go to the mansion on the Upper level and give Pig a bite. Then Rabbit tells his boss that he will quit in a week and to look for a new helper. Snake gives him a gold coin as a bonus. Monkey says goodbye and goes to Goat who is content o graze on grass.

"Here is your share of the Peach. I have so much to tell you." She gives Goat the last piece and starts to fill her in on all the good parts. So all the horoscope animals get their immortality and everyone is happy.

"What about humans?" You ask.

"Sorry, animals are smart enough not to make war and deserve this gift. Humans are not worthy yet.

Day 1: Start out with some stress relief tips by Calm by Wellness

1. Hydration - Drink more water

2. Greens & fiber - Eat more veggies

3. Breathe through it -Take slow deep belly breaths & sigh it out

4. Move more - Go for a walk or get up from your desk every 30 minutes

Day 2: : Yoga is self-care. I interviewed Adriana Lee and she shared these tips with me:

1. Have a regular practice each morning do some a9exercise like) yoga (even just 10-15 minutes)

2. Be grateful, pause for 10 seconds before you eat or write down 3 things you're grateful for

3. Guided meditation

4. Breathwork/ pranayama

5. Take a cold shower for 30 seconds builds resilience

Day 3: CBD and TCM with Belen Saavedra (CBD Girl) @belensmastery

1. Do your own research. Make sure the CBD is harvested and extracted the right way. The company's website should show that its products are third-party tested, organic, non-GMO and extracted with CO2 not solvenresearch. Make sure the CBD is harvested and extracted the right way. The company's website should show that its products are third-party tested, organic, non-GMO and extracted with CO2 not solvents.

2. There are 3 types of CBD products: 

Full spectrum: contains < 3% THC, CBN, CBC, CBG,  terpenes and flavonoids

Broad spectrum: contains all the beneficial compounds without THC (what makes you high)

Isolate: just pure CBD, no other compounds

Smaller, craft companies often have better quality

TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine: I grew up in Hong Kong where my Chinese doctor treated me as a whole person and spent time to find out the root cause of my symptoms. Often, it's an imbalance of chi. Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on Chi (the energy in our bodies). There is either too much or not enough yin or yang in the body and the cure involves acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, time and patience. Our health care system is actually sick care because it mostly focuses on treating symptoms not prevention or addressing the root causes of illnesses.

Ingrid Cheng

Author of The Anti-aging Secrets of Yoga

"This book is engaging and easy to read. It made me think about trying yoga." Raymond Aaron, New York Times Bestselling Author

Healthy Weight Week

I met Dave Asprey at Best You

In honor of Healthy Weight Week, we’ve got five tips anyone can do to ensure their efforts pay off – the healthy way.

Make friends with the scale 
There’s a wide chasm of opinion between those who support using a scale, and those who do not.
Many physicians say it’s a smart way to monitor the effect our eating habits have on our weight. Meanwhile, weight loss consultants and those who study body image would rather you toss it in the trash, or use it for anaerobic exercise. The correct answer seems to lie in the middle.

Use your scale, but don’t let it rule your life. The scale is there to help measure where you've come from, and where you're headed -- not as a measure of who you are as a person. Always remember: you are not the number on the scale.

Don’t neglect your muscles 
A healthy weight is best maintained when the muscles that support our body are strong. Therefore, any training that builds strong muscles should be considered a plus. (I do planks and use dumbbells).

Recognize achievements in real time 
The difficulty maintaining a healthy weight often has to do with improper goal setting. Long-term goals are difficult for humans to keep in focus beyond a short period of time. Failure, then, is almost predictable. It’s impossible to discount the feeling you’ll get when you’ve got a bag of groceries in each arm, and are aware of your muscles working to carry them. Or when you (can move) more deftly (in your day-to-day activities) after a particularly good week of healthy eating.

These are real, immediate, and measurable experiences. Experiences that when added up and remembered each day are the key to keeping your body healthy.

Know your brain  
Your brain lies to you. It tells you you’re hungry when you’re (bored, thirsty or) tired. And, it tells you you’re tired when you’ve still got an extra mile in you. Don’t allow it to trick you. Learn more about your brain, and how to corral its tomfoolery on the FitWoman website. Which, by the way, has a lot of actionable healthy weight resources for women AND men! 

Asian soup bowls to the rescue! 
I love soup! 
Speaking of our brains, how about we play a trick on it? It’s no surprise, that the larger the plate, the more (food) we put on it. And the more we put on the plate, the more we eat. So, here’s a trick you can take to the bank.

Pick up a few Asian soup bowls...like the (Chinese or) Japanese miso soup variety … the small ones. If you struggle with portion control, try using (chopsticks and) these smaller bowls during mealtimes. It’ll slow you down, and allow your brain to start seeing them as the preferred portion size. It’ll help you manage servings more appropriately, and over time, you’ll get used to the new way of eating.

Mindful Eating Coach

Ingrid Cheng

Fit-Twist Health

Fit-Twist Health

 

Fit-Twist Health

I created Fit-Twist: a health referral service because I realized that being healthy is not just about how you look on the outside but how you feel on the inside. I am a yoga teacher and health coach who partners with other businesses and groups to bring health and wellness to you online and in person through health events. My mission is to empower women to be healthy inside-out. Stress is the leading cause of illness and the reason for two-thirds of the total visits to the doctors. Most women are overworked and need a healthy way to reduce stress. I plan to offer Corporate Wellness Programs with Fit-Twist Yoga and mindfulness practices that I developed and shared in my book, "Anti-Aging Secrets of Yoga" to help promote wellness and reduce stress. My goal is to help employees or the staff feel more energized and relaxed in just one class. I guarantee that you will feel better and healthier after taking my classes regularly for three to four weeks. Contact me for a 15-minute free consultation if you are a company that wants to promote wellness to your employees or staff. Find out how cost-effective it is to hire me. Exercise + Nutrition + Health. https://lnkd.in/ugNn4P

I have personally been suffering from work-related stress and know what over half of Americans are going through right now. Did you know the below facts? 

• Women are more likely than men to overeat when dealing with work-related stress, while men are more likely to opt for drug use.
• Workers with higher incomes are more likely to experience workplace stress.
• Workplace stress facts indicate that the incapability of establishing good work-life balance is one of the leading causes of stress at work.
• 1 in 3 customer service workers report they often feel emotionally exhausted after work. The cause of stress and eventual burnout in the customer service field is most likely the combination of the two omnipresent stressors: the routine of processing mostly identical requests repeatedly all day long and having to deal with customers’ frustrations without ever opposing them.
• Working mothers are 18% more stressed than childless women.
• Burnout syndrome accounts for 8% of the occupational illness cases.
• Up to 69% of the surveyed healthcare employees have agreed they currently feel under pressure at their workplace. 

Physical activity has been proven to regulate the release of stress hormones (cortisol, adrenaline, etc.) and renew your energy, which can undoubtedly increase your work performance and bring relief from work anxiety. Apart from regulating the production of stress hormones, exercise also stimulates the production of the body’s natural mood enhancers – endorphins.

According to statistics, mental health is what deteriorates first when working in a high stress environment. Thus, 44% of illnesses of stressed workers include work related depression. These also account for approximately 54% of all working days skipped because of health issues. Moreover, mental health issues such as depression and anxiety are most frequently seen among public service workers (such as social workers, teachers, and healthcare employees).

Workers who feel they’re under a lot of pressure might consider informing themselves on strategies that proved to be effective in alleviating anxiety in the workplace. First of all, you need your day to start properly – with a healthy meal and having everything planned in advance. Constant workplace stress can have detrimental effects on one’s health and professional performance.

Yoga and mindfulness can help improve overall health and wellness while reducing stress. Contact me for details.

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Ingrid Cheng

Author of "Anti-Aging Secrets of Yoga"

Yoga teacher, health coach and wellness advocate

Former Let's Move! West L.A. Co-Founder and Co-Organizer

Former elementary school teacher

Graduate of the Multiple Subject Credential Program at Cal State Northridge 

UCLArts & Healing Social Emotional Arts (SEA) Certificate