A good portion of my energy these days is spent ruminating on what to say when invited to a family or friend in-person gathering. I’m finding it increasingly difficult to balance this fine — but extremely important — line of physical distancing, or social distancing. And I’m not the only one! I find that my … Continue reading How to say “no” to gatherings you’re not comfortable with
Compassion. Such a powerful word. In my opinion, it’s one of the most important traits a person can have. It can be as simple as smiling at someone you don’t know or as multi-layered as taking action for a cause you are passionate about. Here’s the problem: Many of us spend so much energy directing … Continue reading How to practice self-care through self-compassion
Whether you are working from home, at the office or in a setting with no dedicated office space, your work environment can have a big impact on your well-being and productivity. After all, many of us spend the majority of our week in the workplace, so why not make it to work for you? Here … Continue reading 5 tips for a healthier workspace
We all get stuck in a rut sometimes. Maybe you woke up on the wrong side of the bed or perhaps you are simply overwhelmed by the stressors of everyday life. Feeling a little down from time to time is normal — these days just call for a little extra dose of self-care. Try these … Continue reading 19 quick and easy mood-boosting activities
Remote work is becoming the new normal for many people. Whether it’s an occasional work from home day, a job that gives you full freedom to work wherever whenever (or something in between), working from home brings a new set of challenges to your day. Your routines might be off, you’re inclined to sit more … Continue reading Working from home? 5 ways to be productive and stay sane
When Bennett Glazer’s shortness of breath wouldn’t go away after a few months, he knew something was off. He had also developed a mild cough and was having trouble sleeping, all unusual symptoms for this fit 74-year-old. Others also noticed that he seemed more breathless than usual when walking or going up a flight of … Continue reading Blood clot or not? How to recognize the signs
So, let’s talk about this new Unicorn Frappuccino at Starbucks®. It’s quite the craze! You’ve probably seen it in all its pink and sprinkled glory all over Facebook and social media channels. I haven’t tried this magical drink, but at first glance, it doesn’t scream “healthy.” They describe it as “color and flavor changing”, which … Continue reading The Unicorn Smoothie: A healthy, magical treat
