Meditation is the practice of focusing the mind on a particular object, sound, or feeling. It helps to achieve mental clarity and an emotionally calm state. It can be used to reduce stress, anxiety, fear, pain, and to increase peace, well-being, and self-concept.
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How to start working out for weight loss?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 22 years old and a mother of three kids. I am overweight. I currently weigh 180 lbs and I am 5'1". I have decided that I want to change my life around and start eating healthy, stop smoking, start exercising, etc. I just want to be the best role model for my kids. My question is, wha... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is really nice to hear that you want to have a change in your life. This will be an example for other ladies also. Cleansing the body is essential, but before that cleanse your mind with lots of positive attitude towards life. Never forget to pamper yourself. Always t... Read Full »
How to develop focus in children with attention disorders?
Query: Hi doctor, I am looking to hear from experts on how to help children and students (mainly, but not limited to, those with attention disorders) make and keep new year's resolutions. Kindly answer the following qestions, it would be helpful: 1) How can parents, teachers, and other trusted adults make ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Here are the answers to your questions. 1) Guide them to make small, achievable goals. Once they achieve, they will be incentivized to continue and work on the next goal. 2) Reminders help, in the adult population, keep a timer for tasks so t... Read Full »
I am a 19-year-old who is addicted to pornography. Kindly provide some suggestions to overcome it.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 19-year-old and addicted to pornography, and I feel helpless. It started a long time ago. I cannot even remember when it happened, but I was young. I think it is killing me inside out and destroying my life as I see it. I cannot do anything about it. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. You feel overwhelmed with your situation, and I appreciate that you have become aware of it. And want to do something to change your situation. Initially, it will feel challenging to get out of the habit. But the key ... Read Full »
I feel very anxious and depressed when I begin to think about my past. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I feel content, motivated, and normal; however, when I reflect on the past, I become very sad and anxious. I begin to think about bad choices that I made, and incidents involving friends that happened when I was 15 or 16 years old, and all of these things make me feel so anxious and depres... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query, You may have an obsessive thought disorder, not bipolar. There is non-pharmacological management for your it, you should try to follow the below guidelines to deal with it. It will help you. You should do exercises daily for 30 to 45 minute... Read Full »
How to overcome my anger and gain self-confidence?
Query: Hi doctor, I do not feel happy. Even if I am with someone, I am not able to connect with them. It feels like there is a burden on me. I feel anxious, short-tempered, and not able to concentrate on any work. I do not have the confidence for doing anything. I would like to work hard and want myself t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. These days we do have to deal with a lot of things at a time. Our busy and stressful life along with many responsibilities may make us feel anxious and tense. I want you to look back at your past and see the positive aspects. Any achievements, no matter how littl... Read Full »
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