Introduction:As the demands of modern workplaces continue to grow, so does the need for effective strategies to support employee well-being and productivity. While employers have various options to enhance employee well-being, mindfulness and meditation are...
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Tips for Staying Healthy Year Round
Year-Round Wellness Made Easy: Seasonal Health Tips with CAMAs the seasons shift throughout the year, so do the various health challenges we encounter. Each season presents its own concerns—whether it's warding off winter colds, tackling spring allergies, staying...
Healthcare Challenges for the LGBTQ+ Community
Navigating the US healthcare system can be a daunting task for anyone, but it can be especially challenging for those who identify as LGBTQ+. Discrimination, lack of understanding, and limited access to appropriate care are just a few of the challenges that LGBTQ+...
High Levels of Stress in the Workplace Can Have a Significant Effect on Employee Well-Being and the Bottom Line
Introduction:In today’s fast-paced work environment, stress has become an all-too-common companion for many employees. While a certain level of stress acts great as a motivational force, chronic and unmanaged stress can lead to detrimental effects on both individual...
Nutritional Deficiencies and Their Impact on Dermatological Concerns
Did you know that our skin often mirrors our overall health and well-being, reflecting the quality of our nutritional habits? Nutritional deficiencies can profoundly impact the appearance and health of our skin, leading to a variety of dermatological issues. From the...
Going Beyond Dry January
Reasons to consider cutting back (or cutting out) alcohol consumption for good, and resources to support your efforts. Alcohol use is a primary health concern in the United States. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA),...
Complementary and Alternative Support for PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, depression, and avoidance behaviors. While traditional medication can be...
Acupuncture & Female Fertility
An evidence-based evaluation on the effectiveness of acupuncture in improving odds of conception and treatment of infertility concerns Acupuncture is a type of traditional Chinese medicine that has been practiced for thousands of years. The aim of acupuncture therapy...
How this benefits company prevents unnecessary medical procedures and prescriptions.
SoulBeing was featured by Employee Benefits News (EBN) for the work we're doing to educate and empower employees and their families about the healthcare choices available to them, and drive down healthcare costs in the process. We've included an excerpt below, you can...
McKinsey Study on the Changing (and Growing!) Wellness Industry
This week in "The ShortList," McKinsey & Company explored how the global wellness industry is responding to fast-changing consumer habits. Trends toward personalization, increased mobility, and on-demand services are seeing strong growth both in consumer habits...
As Well-being Declines, Workers Look to Their Employers for More Support
In its 10th Annual Workplace Benefits Study, The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian®) finds that self-reported overall health among American workers declined last year, with most employees saying their companies need to do more to support their...
Getting to the Root: what is Functional Medicine?
Functional medicine is a growing field within healthcare that takes a holistic approach to addressing chronic diseases, rather than simply treating symptoms. This approach has become increasingly popular in recent years as more people seek out personalized,...
Soul Being Community Newsletter – March 2020
Dear Wellness Community,This installation of our Newsletter looks a little different than usual because things are far from “business as usual” for health & wellness service providers, and we know how difficult it is out there right now. The world needs you more...
Reflections from our Intern: Preparing for “Normal”
“We are truly living in a crazy time.” “2020 just isn’t it.” “What is happening to the world right now?” These are some phrases that are constantly being thrown around by myself, family and friends. And as dark and pessimistic as it sounds, it truly has been an...
A Skeptic Embarks on 100 Days of Yoga
(OK, it took me 104 days) My Yo-Yo Yoga Journey When I was in high school, I was first introduced to yoga through an advanced dance course I was taking over the summer. This was a new group to me, and I entered the summer with trepidation but excitement for a new...
Notes from Our Intern: Mental Health & Covid-19
by Minjoon Choi, Soul Being Intern & Boston College Undergrad I hope everyone is safe and well during this tough time. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected each one of us in different ways, and I’m sure all of us had to experience unexpected changes in our lives....
Healing Coronavirus Symptoms
Li Zheng of Boston Chinese Acupuncture shares a Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture based approach to treating virus-induced inflammation. The coronavirus stimulates our immune system to release a lot of chemicals, which induces a super strong inflammation. A lot of...