I still remember the first time I experienced a post-exam migraine attack. It was during my university finals week. After days of intense cramming, sleepless nights, and far too much coffee, the moment I handed in my last paper, instead of relief, I was hit with a pulsating, one-sided headache that made even the softest…
Back in my early twenties, I thought my body was invincible. I’d watch gymnasts pull off mind-bending routines and then head to the gym to try a few “easy” backbends myself. Spoiler: they weren’t easy, and my spine made sure I knew it. Over the years, I’ve learned that while gymnastics can be an incredible…
If you’ve ever stood backstage at a ballet recital, you’ve probably noticed the striking posture of the dancers — lifted chests, elongated spines, and an elegance that seems almost sculpted. As someone who once tried ballet classes in my early twenties (and learned very quickly that my hips were not as flexible as I thought),…
If you’ve ever caught yourself telling a teenager to “stand up straight” or “stop slouching,” you’re not alone. I’ve done it plenty of times, sometimes because I was genuinely concerned, and other times because I could see a little of my own teenage slouch in them. Back then, I had no clue how much that…
There’s something oddly soothing about wandering into a quiet bookstore or library. The soft hum of an old air conditioner, the faint scent of paper that’s soaked up decades of stories, and the muffled footsteps on carpet can feel like a reset button for the mind. But if you’ve ever noticed little specks, strands, or…
Have you ever noticed how, right after the pressure of a big event finally lifts, a pounding migraine sneaks in like an uninvited guest? I’ve been there — conference deadlines, family gatherings, or even long-awaited vacations that left me with a throbbing head the very next day. This strange phenomenon has a name: stress-relief letdown…
There’s something magical about those early morning moments, when the world is still quiet and the sunlight slowly starts to creep across the horizon. For me, sunrise contemplation practice has become a grounding ritual — a time to slow down, breathe deeply, and let my mind wander in a peaceful, intentional way. But I’ll be…
Not too long ago, I found myself staring at a little strip from an at-home vaginal pH test, wondering what the colors really meant. I’d been feeling “off” for a few days, and while I’ve learned to listen to my body, those tiny color squares made me realize that understanding vaginal pH is not as…
If you’ve ever felt your back tighten up after a long day at the desk or during a tough workout, you’re not alone. For years, I dealt with stiffness that seemed to creep in no matter how active I tried to be. One thing that truly changed the game for me was discovering intercostal breathing….