Transforming Social Wellness Through Better Mental Health
Wellness is a multi-dimensional, interconnected state of being. In fact, every part is dependent on all the others, and this is especially true with mental health.
Above all, mental wellness has a trickle-down effect on every area of life.
On a personal level, […]
Top 3 Benefits of Eating Breakfast and How to Make It Happen
While intermittent fasting may be all the rage, there is still something to be said for the good old habit of enjoying a morning meal. It is an often untapped way to begin the day on a good note and prepare for what’s ahead.
There is […]
Tired: Moving from Fatigue to a Life of Energy
Most adults will tell you that daily life is a lot of work. Unfortunately, being tired feels like part of adulthood, and a large majority of us are getting by on too little sleep and too much busyness.
We include tiredness on our list of emotions […]
The Truth about Coffee: Friend or Foe?
Coffee is one of the most popular and widely consumed beverages in the world. This is no surprise to those who reach for their cup as soon as they roll out of bed.
Die-hard coffee drinkers can wax eloquent on the many things they love about […]
The Role of Preventative Care in Wellness
Even healthy people benefit from regular preventative care. In fact, true wellness is not only being free of current health problems but also making choices to enhance future wellness.
Preventative care includes routine health screenings as well as activities aimed at […]
Shame: Turning Guilt into Freedom
We all grow up with a certain set of values and messages (spoken or unspoken) that guide our actions and internal thoughts.
Many of the values messages we heard are undoubtedly good. We learn from a young age to be truthful, act with kindness, and […]
Scared: Letting Go of Fear and Choosing Hope
Life is very good at scaring us. It is a reality of the human condition that there are many things we cannot control. Uncertainty creates fear about what will happen next.
But, living in a state of fearfulness is not conducive to our well-being or a […]
Sad: Finding Joy in Life’s Struggles
We all face sadness in life.
Whether it’s losing a loved one, a breakup, hurtful words spoken by someone we care about, or feeling empathy for another’s hurt, sadness is inevitable.
Just like most emotions, sadness can be good. […]
Qigong: History, Practice, and Benefits
Qigong (pronounced chi-gong) has been likened to a beautiful dance. In fact, it is a mind-body practice that boasts many health benefits and has a long history of bringing healing and vitality.
The system originated in China thousands of years ago […]