About: Kayla Kurin

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Creativity and Chronic Pain

Creativity and Chronic Pain
Every fibromite’s survival arsenal contains two important things: a good laugh and a handy distraction. When we are in pain, whether actually or because our central nervous system has gone berserk, it’s good to get your mind off things. If we focus on the pain, fatigue, or catastrophize our suffering, we won't be taking steps…
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A Guide to Natural Pain Management

A Guide to Natural Pain Management
Chronic and acute pain in the United States is as high as it has ever been. It is estimated that 20% of all adults experience chronic pain, while nearly 8% suffer from life-changing chronic pain issues. Over 55% reported dealing with some type of pain over the last three months. Given the number of people…
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The Benefits of Yoga for Seniors

The Benefits of Yoga for Seniors
For many, getting older means aching bones and creaky joints. By moving the body in different ways we can combat some of the effects of ageing and keep healthier as we get older.  One simple way to keep your body and mind in good health is through yoga for seniors.   A Place for Mom has…
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What Is Mindfulness?

What Is Mindfulness?
Have you heard about mindfulness? The hype around mindfulness is filling our news feeds with promises of better health and quality of life. So what is mindfulness, how is it different from meditation, and how can it help you live a healthier and happier life? Mindfulness touts many benefits, such as increasing productivity, increasing immune…
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Salt in my Soul: A Review

Salt in my Soul: A Review
"I want to wake up in the morning and take a deep, full breath. I want that breath to fill me up, to imbue me with joy and energy, not to irritate or pain me and set off a spasm of coughing. I want to be able to do the things that I dream of…
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The best resources for work and travel

The best resources for work and travel
Do you want to work and travel around the world? Or maybe you’re looking for a bit of extra online income to save for your next trip? Whatever your goals are for working while travelling, this list will provide my best resources for work and travel whether you’re just starting out, or are looking to…
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A day in the life of a nomadic travel writer

A day in the life of a nomadic travel writer
In honour of my upcoming 7-year anniversary of nomad life, I’m sharing a series on what my life is like travelling and working online! I first started writing online content as a way to pay for my yoga teacher training, but I fell in love with the job (and my really cool clients!). I now…
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Best books on health and healing for chronic illness

Best books on health and healing for chronic illness
“We read to know we're not alone.” ― William Nicholson Reading the stories of people who have suffered from chronic illness and found a way to thrive or recover always inspire me. Reading healing books were also immensely helpful to me in my own recovery journey. While visiting a doctor or holistic therapist, we are often bound…
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A day in the life of a nomadic yoga teacher

A day in the life of a nomadic yoga teacher
2019 will mark my 7th year on the road. It’s wild to think that come August I’ll hit my 7-year anniversary of working and travelling. I’ve loved writing this blog and creating yoga programs while travelling. I’ve also made a point of teaching yoga in person over the last year and hope to keep doing…
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