The holiday season can be merry for many people, but it can also be very stressful. All of the plans to make, gifts to give, and growing to-do list items can make life seem overwhelming! Or maybe this season reminds you of unpleasant memories from the past. Here are some helpful tips to reduce your holiday stress...
Read MoreAccording to a survey by the University of Phoenix, high schoolers spend an average of 3.5 hours on homework each night. Add in time for extracurricular activities, part time jobs, and a social life, and your teen likely has a jam-packed schedule. Excessive stress can lead to sleep deprivation, headaches, feeling anxious, and procrastinating or neglecting responsibilities altogether. Here are some helpful tips to reduce your teen’s stress in the upcoming year...
Read MoreDo you ever feel like no matter how much you do during the day, it still isn't enough? Life can be stressful, especially when you have kids. Whether you are a mom to a colicky newborn, or a mom of three, it's easy to let stress build up and feel like you have little time to yourself.
Here are 4 easy ways for busy moms to de-stress - and it won't cost a thing!:
Read MoreWe all have been overwhelmed from time to time by the amount of items on our "to-do" lists or by what we perceive as responsibilities that feel like mountains to climb. Often, we don't complete tasks or meet goals when we feel discouraged or defeated, or generally weary.
Read on for 3 action steps to help you achieve your goals...
Read MoreJournaling is a great way to record what is going on in your life, as well as help you process your thoughts. It can also be very therapeutic, and can help you get to know yourself better. Writing your thoughts in a journal can provide you with insight into your own thoughts; perhaps even ones you did not know existed! Here are three ways you can use journaling to get to know yourself better....
Read MoreIn our current political environment, many people are noticing that they are experiencing anxiety or more intense symptoms of anxiety, depression and anger. Is there a way to stay connected to current events, while protecting yourself from news overload and continue to practice self care? Read on for six tips to help you cope with “news anxiety”...
Read MoreAnger is a natural emotion that everyone feels and expresses at times. Anger can feel intense or be difficult to tolerate or manage, especially when the person experiencing it isn't sure what is going on. If you notice that your child appears to become angry easily or frequently, here are three tips that you can use for understanding, guidance and support....
Read MoreNow that the holiday festivities have ended, you are probably excited to start a brand new year. Maybe 2016 did not go as you expected and you are eager for the journey that awaits you in the new year. This can be a time to reset, refresh and re-evaluate your life and the goals you would like to achieve. Read about the 3 R's that can help you make it happen!
Read MoreAt the end of each year, many people like to reflect on accomplishments and potential improvements for next year. Whether you call them goals or intentions, here are 3 tips that can benefit your mental health for the start of a new year...
Read MoreWe all have things we want to change in our lives. A New Year’s Resolution seems like a decent way to kick off the year and set some new personal goals. However, time and again we end up disappointing ourselves.
So, if you are ready to make some lasting changes, here is the answer....
Read MoreAlthough the holidays can be joyous, they can also be stressful. This year you can prepare yourself with these helpful tips to prevent holiday stress...
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By shifting our breathing pattern, we can have a profound effect on our body's parasympathetic nervous system - the center of our nervous system that's responsible for slowing our heart rates and creating a calming response.
Here are three breathing techniques that can ease your anxiety and produce calm...
Read MoreDo you find yourself mindlessly eating; that is, eating food without actually tasting it, eating on the go, putting anything in your mouth that you think will satisfy you in that moment without thinking about the consequences? If so, these four simple steps can help you learn and practice mindful eating....
Read MoreThe holidays are a very exciting time of year. It is a time for families to come together, to enjoy company, and an opportunity to reflect on the past year and make plans for positive changes. It can also be a stressful time and might be associated with high expectations of self and others as well as an overwhelming to-do list. Here are three tips for practicing self care during the holidays...
Read MoreDepression that occurs during Fall or Winter and improves during Spring and Summer is called Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD). The cyclical nature of SAD is what distinguishes it from other types of Depressive Disorders such as Major Depression or Dysthymia. Read on for more information about signs and symptoms of SAD....
Read MoreIn this time of emotional upheaval and turmoil, it is important to remember that we can affect the outcome of our personal experiences by choosing to practice peace over stress. The tools are within us. Here are four helpful tips for staying peaceful in times of chaos...
Read MoreEating is an essential part of our day. We eat for energy, nourishment, enjoyment, and literally can not survive without it. Many people struggle with overeating, whether it is due to eating mindlessly, or feeling they can not leave any food left on their plate. Some of these people fall into a category of emotional eating. Read on to learn about one easy way to curb your emotional eating......
Read MoreAlthough college can be a wonderful experience for students, many struggle with prioritizing time to incorporate self- care into their daily routines. Read on to learn 8 quick strategies for improving your self-care and overall contentment.....
Read MoreA self-fulfilling prophecy = a prediction bound to become true as a result of behavior caused by its being expressed. Read on to see if your thinking could be causing your own negative outcomes....
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