Mindful Media and the Ways We Consume It

Just as you take food into your body, consuming both healthy and not-so-healthy options, you also consume media throughout the day.

You listen to music, watch TV, read the news, and so on.

Although these may provide knowledge and entertainment, they can also create anxiety and stress in our minds and bodies or take us away from our connection to the mind.

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evox provides an integrated entertainment experience that inspires positive changes in the way people live and work. We celebrate the good things about you, your family, your community, and your world. The network delivers a unique blend of evocative HD video programming, online community interaction, and related product shopping, to help people live a better life, grow as individuals, and in so doing, contribute to a better world.

Everyday Actions That Contribute to Your Overall Wellness

Staying healthy can be an objective that is often much easier stated than accomplished. While most people will acknowledge the importance of their health, not everyone knows how to achieve optimal health. The reality is that all it takes is everyday actions. With small changes and updates to your normal routine, you can embrace better health and improve your life. Here are six everyday actions that can change your life and help you progress in your wellness journey.

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Indy Summers is a freelance writer interested in fashion, healthy living, and fitness. She has worked as a master in esthetician, as a personal trainer, and as a freelance model for several years so considers herself an expert in these industries. For more of her work, visit https://nouw.com/indysummers.

Strung Out in the Attention Economy

Something has happened to the way I see myself in relationship to time, and the amount of life that is being spent behind a screen.

For a while, I had a handle on my use of technology and my digital life seemed empowering and mind-expanding. Of late, however, things seem to devolve easily into a grey zone of succumbing to the more manipulative aspects of our systems and the mentalities that govern them.

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J. Brown is a yoga teacher, writer, and founder of Abhyasa Yoga Center in Brooklyn, NY.  His writing has been featured in Yoga Therapy Today, the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, and across the yoga blogosphere. Visit his website at jbrownyoga.com

5 Signs You Need a Break from Social Media

Social media is pervasive. It's tied to most people's personal and professional lives, and sometimes, it can feel hard to escape. While social media can be a very positive force, it can also be overwhelming. In fact, spending too much time on social media has been linked to loneliness, moodiness, and obsessive behavior. If you're feeling the negative effects of social media, it might be time to take a break.

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Mikkie Mills is a freelance writer who's passionate about health, fitness, organic cooking and eating, and yoga. When not writing she loves traveling, hiking, and cooking. Find more from Mikkie on Google+.

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09/13/2021
Just as you take food into your body, consuming both healthy and not-so-healthy options, you also consume media throughout the day. You listen to music, watch TV, read the news, and so on.... read more
Woman in orange leotard doing seated yoga stretches in front of big window
08/03/2021
Staying healthy can be an objective that is often much easier stated than accomplished. While most people will acknowledge the importance of their health, not everyone knows how to achieve optimal... read more
Stressed out man at desk in front of computer
02/14/2020
Something has happened to the way I see myself in relationship to time, and the amount of life that is being spent behind a screen. For a while, I had a handle on my use of technology and my... read more
Woman in bed with her phone and dog
02/07/2020
Social media is pervasive. It's tied to most people's personal and professional lives, and sometimes, it can feel hard to escape. While social media can be a very positive force, it can also be... read more
close up of hand pointing remote control while woman eat popcorn behind.
09/13/2021
Just as you take food into your body, consuming both healthy and not-so-healthy options, you also consume media throughout the day. You listen to music, watch TV, read the news, and so on.... read more
Woman in orange leotard doing seated yoga stretches in front of big window
08/03/2021
Staying healthy can be an objective that is often much easier stated than accomplished. While most people will acknowledge the importance of their health, not everyone knows how to achieve optimal... read more
Stressed out man at desk in front of computer
02/14/2020
Something has happened to the way I see myself in relationship to time, and the amount of life that is being spent behind a screen. For a while, I had a handle on my use of technology and my... read more
Woman in bed with her phone and dog
02/07/2020
Social media is pervasive. It's tied to most people's personal and professional lives, and sometimes, it can feel hard to escape. While social media can be a very positive force, it can also be... read more