Mental Wellness A Holistic Approach to Mental Health and Healing by DK (2021)

An expertly curated collection of the natural and therapeutic resources that are proven to be effective for mental wellness. Explore the key lifestyle inhibitors to mental wellness and find sound solutions in the form of herbs, foods, aromatherapy, homeopathy, breathwork, yoga, connecting with nature, hobbies; and therapies such as acupuncture, reiki, massage, and CBT. Unlock the science behind these natural approaches and discover how they work synergistically - creating a menu of reliable resources that you can draw on with confidence. An authoritative guide on natural approaches to boost everyday mental wellness and provide extra support when you need it the most.This mental wellness book helps you manage stressful periods as well as other biological factors that impact your mental wellbeing. You'll learn how to boost and holistically balance your mental state using natural remedies. Neal's Yard Remedies: Mental Wellness is filled with holistic techniques, herbal remedies, essential oils, foods, exercise, lifestyle strategies, and therapies to empower you. This book offers: • The most comprehensive compendium of natural remedies for mental wellness on the market • Chapters on herbal remedies, aromatherapy, foods (including supplements), movement, and alternative therapies • A Symptom Checker which you can explore symptoms and access solutions in the book, based on your current need – jitteriness; anxiety attacks; acute stress; grief; low mood, etc • Approaches and information endorsed by Neal's Yard Remedies, world leaders in natural, organic, holistic health. Learn techniques and mantras for uplifting your mood This beautiful, enlightening book explores how things like the environment, the seasons, hormonal shifts, sleep quality, and gut health can influence your mental health. Delve into how lifestyle choices can inhibit your mental health such as caffeine, alcohol, smoking, pollution, screen time, and isolation from the community. This wellness guide offers uplifting and informed information on why you may experience stress and anxiety, providing you with reassurance and strategies to combat these feelings. Explore the science behind natural remedies and use this book as a reliable resource for advice on mindfulness, yoga, breathing exercises, acupuncture, herbal remedies, and reiki.Expand your wellness collectionThis series of wellness books explore natural, holistic remedies to boost physical and psychological health and help you find the best solutions for yourself! Other titles in this series include Neals Yard Remedies Essential Oils and Neal's Yard Remedies Complete Wellness. An authoritative guide on natural approaches to boost everyday mental wellness and provide extra support when you need it the most. This mental wellness book helps you manage stressful periods as well as other biological factors that impact your mental wellbeing. Youll learn how to boost and holistically balance your mental state using natural remedies. Neals Yard Mental Wellness is filled with holistic techniques, herbal remedies, essential oils, foods, exercise, lifestyle strategies, and therapies to empower you. This book The most comprehensive compendium of natural remedies for mental wellness on the market Chapters on herbal remedies, aromatherapy, foods (including supplements), movement, and alternative therapies A Symptom Checker which you can explore symptoms and access solutions in the book, based on your current need jitteriness; anxiety attacks; acute stress; grief; low mood, etc Approaches and information endorsed by Neals Yard Remedies, world leaders in natural, organic, holistic health. Learn techniques and mantras for uplifting your mood This beautiful, enlightening book explores how things like the environment, the seasons, hormonal shifts, sleep quality, and gut health can influence your mental health. Delve into how lifestyle choices can inhibit your mental health such as caffeine, alcohol, smoking, pollution, screen time, and isolation from the community. This wellness guide offers uplifting and informed information on why you may experience stress and anxiety, providing you with reassurance and strategies to combat these feelings. Explore the science behind natural remedies and use this book as a reliable resource for advice on mindfulness, yoga, breathing exercises, acupuncture, herbal remedies, and reiki. Expand your wellness collection This series of wellness books explore natural, holistic remedies to boost physical and psychological health and help you find the best solutions for yourself! Other titles in this series include Neals Yard Remedies Essential Oils and Neals Yard Remedies Complete Wellness. CONTENTS Foreword UNDERSTANDING MENTAL WELLNESS What is mental wellness? Our mental landscape Looking at lifestyle Our response to stress An holistic approach HOW DO I F EEL NOW? Tuning in Symptom checker HERBAL REMEDIES The role of herbs Directory of herbs for mental wellness HOW TO MAKE: An herbal infusion HOW TO MAKE: A decoction HOW TO MAKE: A tincture HOW TO MAKE: Herbal capsules AROMATHERAPY The role of essential oils Directory of essential oils for mental wellness HOW TO MAKE: An essential oil blend HOW TO MAKE: An essential oil spray FOODS AND SUPPLEMENTS The role of nutrients Directory of foods and supplements for mental wellness RECIPES FOR MENTAL WELLNESS: Smoothies RECIPES FOR MENTAL WELLNESS: Sauces and toppings RECIPES FOR MENTAL WELLNESS: Snacks MOVEMENT AND EXERCISE The role of exercise Aerobic exercise Everyday activity Yoga Pilates T’ai chi Alexander Technique THERAPEUTIC PRACTICES The role of therapies Mindful meditation Breathwork Mind exercises Time in nature Spirituality Homeopathy Bach flower remedies Acupuncture Massage Reiki Reflexology Osteopathy and chiropractic Talking therapies Music therapy Hypnotherapy and biofeedback Charts and safety guidelines Index Acknowledgments Presents a collection of the natural and therapeutic resources that are proven to be effective for mental wellness