As an ancient approach to health, holistic wellness considers the whole person and how they interact with the world around them. The five basic aspects of holistic health are mental, physical, spiritual, emotional, and social. Various schools of practice such as meditation, Healing Touch, Reiki, Qigong, Therapeutic Touch, and other therapies aim to align these components of an individual and remove imbalances.

The philosophies and teachings that derive from Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, and other Eastern Religions are among the oldest in the world. Having been passed down through millennia their goal is for individuals to attain peace, spiritual fullfillment, and harmony with the environment. Achieving a "oneness" with the universe is paramount.

In Sanskrit, yoga literally means "that which brings you in union with reality". It is a group of mental, physical, and spiritual disciplines originating in ancient India. Modern yoga is a set of postures aimed at increasing physical well being and mental tranquility.