Amy Au·
How we are making our brand more sustainable
I'd like to talk about something that's been on my mind a lot lately - sustainability. It's something we think about a lot when it comes to our brand, and I wanted to share with you some of the ways we're working to make sure our business is as environmentally friendly as possible. Let's face it, sustainability is more than a buzzword – it’s a philosophy we can all adopt to make our lives and the world around us better. What we're currently doing I'm excited to share some of the initiatives we've already put in place in our small...
Amy Au·
Tips on How to Win the Battle Within
The global pandemic really took an emotional toll on us. Bereavement, the feeling of isolation, and fear triggered discord within ourselves. Many felt so lost and trapped, and they might even question themselves, “When would this suffering I’m feeling end?”You don’t have to feel so pressured. There are so many things outside our control. It’s alright to feel vulnerable, it’s alright to feel that way. Just focus on the things that you can do, and the things that you can change. That’s when you will be able to lighten the burden that you’re handling.Though there are really those times when...
Amy Au·
Develop Great Parenting with these Mommy Hacks!
Being a parent is truly a full-time job. You’ll have to juggle between pampering your kids and doing household chores. It could be the most exhausting job you’ll ever have especially when thousands of thoughts flood your mind every time. Every parent would definitely want some rest and peace of mind. But sometimes it could feel like there’s no way to have time for yourself. Still, you don’t have to feel so down because we can always learn from nature, they have a lot to teach by seeing things differently. Let’s take the mountains for example.“Whatever the weather, or whatever...
Amy Au·
Calmness within your Reach
Finding balance in life is truly important and attaining inner peace is not enough, we must assure that everything we accomplish is fruitful. But our society can get more and more stressful than ever and with so much chaos going on inside and outside of your space, trying to keep your focus could be a challenge.Thankfully, there’s meditation. But sometimes, finding the perfect meditation techniques that would suit us could be really stressful. For something that's supposed to calm you down and make you feel stimulated, it could even leave you questioning yourself: How do I do it? When should...
Amy Au·
How Does Meditation Reduce Anxiety at a Neural Level?
Anxiety has an impact on your body and can make you mentally exhausted. Some research showed that you would reduce your anxiety and stress with simple mindfulness practices. Anxiety is a cognitive state connected to an inability to regulate your emotional responses to perceived threats. Mindfulness meditation strengthens a person’s cognitive ability to regulate emotions. Meditation does help manage anxiety, depression, and pain, according to some studies. Meditation can be done anywhere you want and free your mind from thinking. Meditation can be as easy as finding a sliver of space and opening an app. There are tools like the...
Amy Au·
The Advantages of a Zen Garden for your Desk
People's office desks are one of the most stressful places in their lives. Whether you work from home or in an office, a majority of your frustrations and worries occur while you're seated at your desk. A desktop zen garden is a terrific way to bring some serenity and awareness into your day. Traditional zen gardening in a smaller packageThere isn't enough space for a typical zen garden if you live in an apartment or have a small yard. A miniature zen garden is a space-saving solution that can be placed almost any place in your home. Even if you...