Wellness Glossary
This glossary is a list of the terms that may be unfamiliar, and are commonly used in wellness activities like meditation, mindfulness, grief therapy, post-surgery holistic care, and more.
We also have a Frequently Asked Questions page.
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Yoga
Common Terms in Yoga and Other Body Movement Based Practices
Accessible Yoga
Yoga that adjusts poses and pacing to meet all bodies where they are—whether you're managing chronic pain, returning to movement, or just beginning.
Chair Yoga
A seated or chair-assisted yoga style focused on gentle movement and ease. Helpful for those with joint sensitivity or mobility concerns.
Gentle Movement
Supportive, low-impact activities (like stretching or slow yoga) that invite circulation, release, and connection without strain.
Hatha Yoga
The foundation of our movement practice. A balanced, steady-paced yoga style emphasizing breath, posture, and presence.
Movement with Meaning
Intentional physical activity—like yoga or walking—that supports emotional wellness, clarity, and body awareness.
Restorative Yoga
A deeply relaxing yoga practice using props and long-held poses to soothe the nervous system and encourage healing.
Mindfulness & Inner Awareness
Meditation, Breathwork, and Nervous System Practices
Nervous System Regulation
Any practice that helps shift the body from stress to calm—often through breath, grounding, or movement.
Mindfulness
Paying gentle, nonjudgmental attention to the present moment. Often cultivated through meditation or sensory focus.
Breath Awareness
The practice of noticing your breath in real-time—without needing to change it. A simple but powerful stress reducer.
Body Awareness
The act of gently tuning into the sensations of the body—tightness, breath, contact with the ground—to support healing.
Slow Breathing Techniques
Breathing patterns like box breathing, 4-7-8 breath, or extended exhale used to support the parasympathetic (rest and digest) state.
Inner Listening
Making space to hear your own needs, whether physical, emotional, or intuitive.
Self-Kindness
A central value at Good Life VC: approaching yourself with gentleness, especially when you're not feeling your best.
Breathwork
Intentional breath practices used to calm the nervous system, balance emotions, and improve mental clarity.
Nature-Based Techniques
Breathwork and Nervous System Practices
Seasonal Living
Living in rhythm with the seasons—adjusting movement, food, and energy based on the cycles of nature.
Earth Connection
Spending time intentionally connected to soil, water, or trees to feel present and steady in the body.
Grounding Walks
Outdoor time focused on calming the body—using foot contact, nature sounds, and fresh air to bring awareness back into the present.
Nature-Based Wellness
Healing practices that invite you into outdoor spaces: walking meditations, sensory grounding, or silent forest time.
Energy & Spiritual Support
Feel Connected and In The Right Place
Energy Healing
Gentle, non-touch or light-touch methods like Reiki that help rebalance the subtle energy system.
Chakra Balancing
Working with the body’s energy centers to support physical, emotional, and spiritual balance.
Reiki
A Japanese form of energy therapy that uses light hand placement to support relaxation, calm, and emotional healing.
Spiritual Grounding
Practices that help reconnect to your inner center—often through nature, stillness, or guided meditation.
Foraging Awareness
Learning to observe and identify wild herbs, plants, and mushrooms with respect and curiosity.
Coaching and Lifestyle Support
Feel Connected and In The Right Place
Health Transitions Support
Coaching designed for recovery, diagnosis, or life stage changes. Emphasizes emotional clarity and manageable next steps.
Compassionate Coaching
An approach rooted in listening, collaboration, and curiosity—supporting you without judgment.
Empowered Healing
Honoring your body’s needs and intuition, and making informed choices that reflect both science and spirit.
Integrative Wellness Coaching
Blends evidence-based health knowledge with energy-supportive tools to create a personal care plan.
Personalized Wellness Plan
Your customized roadmap. Created in partnership, this includes nutrition, movement, rest, and healing practices that fit your life.
Emotional Holding
The skill of staying present with difficult feelings, rather than pushing them away. Often paired with breath or movement.