Courtney Helgoe

Hormones play a powerful role in health, including the growth and appearance of your hair. For women in particular, life stages like pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause cause shifts in hormone levels that can lead to a spectrum of noticeable changes, from thicker, fuller strands to increased shedding or thinning, and even hair loss.

The Poses Warrior 1  ⋅  Curtsey Lunge  ⋅  Star Pose  ⋅  Wide-Legged Forward Fold   ⋅  Dragonfly Twist   ⋅  Pyramid  ⋅  Balancing Half Moon When energy flags, many of us turn to two solutions: food and rest. The processes that create and release energy in our bodies are incredibly complex, and sufficient nutrition and sleep are paramount for keeping these systems working optimally.

Perfectionism is a trait people typically develop early in life, but you can loosen its hold at any age. The following strategies can help you find the middle place. 1) TRY THERAPY. As a clinician, Hewitt has seen many perfectionists move away from their ingrained behavior patterns and toward happier lives through psychotherapy. Interestingly, patients often come to him seeking help for another issue, such as anxiety, depression, isolation, or a perceived failure.