Willow Shields, widely recognized for her role in the “Hunger Games” franchise, recently attended a dog yoga class organized by the Humane Society, sharing the experience on Instagram. In her post, she not only showcased her yoga skills but also highlighted her commitment to animal welfare, encouraging her followers to support the cause. Her involvement goes beyond mere participation, as she actively promotes adopting and aiding animals in need. Shields also opens up about her holistic approach to health, mentioning her ventures into clean skincare products and the mental health benefits she gains from her interactions with animals and her yoga practices. Her diverse interests and genuine advocacy reflect a deep commitment to personal well-being and community support, resonating with her audience across various platforms.
Shields is a believer in giving back. She talked about supporting the Humane Society in the caption of her Instagram post. “Puppy yoga at the @animalhumanenm with Snap Crackle and Pop three adorable mixed breed puppies that are available for adoption now. Love the work that the New Mexico Animal Humane are always doing so please support them in whatever ways you can by donating, volunteering, or adopting a pup or cat whenever you’re ready! 🫶🏻🐶”
As you can see from her post, Shields likes to spend time with dogs. According to Harvard Health, this has a lot of mental benefits. “There are also many psychological benefits to having a pooch around. Dog owners are less prone to bouts of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Simply petting your dog can make you feel less stressed. One of the greatest benefits of owning a dog is that it encourages you to practice mindfulness — being in the present moment and fully appreciating life. Mindfulness can help you relieve stress and also improves your overall health.”
Shields is also seen doing yoga to stay fit in her Instagram video. John Hopkins Medicine states that yoga has a lot of benefits. “Yoga is as good as basic stretching for easing pain and improving mobility in people with lower back pain. The American College of Physicians recommends yoga as a first-line treatment for chronic low back pain.”
Shields makes sure to take care of her skin. She likes to use clean products, and even developed her own acne cream. Shields talked about this in the caption of this Instagram post. “So excited to announce my product I’ve been working on with @volitionbeauty ✨ you can pre order through the link in my bio NOW! 🫶🏻 My experience with acne has had all its ups and downs so I was incredibly excited to work on a formula that is unique and works for many different skin types! My raspberry leaf anti blemish lotion is vegan and cruelty free!”
Shields makes sure to take care of her mental health. She revealed how in the caption of this Instagram post. “I’ve been trying to relax, to enjoy moments of happiness. Over the past few months, some days are horrible, some days are okay, and some days are wonderful. For me it’s been a massive reminder of how important the little things are. Hugs from people you love, a good nights sleep, yummy food, and being outside in nature, or yes binging reality tv. I know these are all sort of cheesy things I’m lucky enough to be able to do daily but I’ve realized that when I’m feeling my lowest I need to revert back into the basics to try and mend or get by. It’s scary how quickly emotions can come and go, how quickly things can change but I’m trying to not be fearful of it.”