As the perceived need to accumulate wealth spreads across America, many people are feeling overworked and stretched to the limit. Whether it’s a single mom trying to make ends meet, or a father who is feeling pressure from a boss to stay late, it can start to take a toll on your health. As a …
Let’s talk about stress. In many ways, facing stress is unavoidable. We all face stress, whether it’s caused by work, family, finances, school or some other factor that compels us to worry. But did you know stress is harmful to your health? Many scientists believe that our increasingly stressed and fast-paced lifestyles have a direct …
Stress management is a topic that everyone seems to be talking about here lately. With busy work schedules, family obligations and the holidays fast approaching, now is the perfect time to slow down a bit and reflect on how to keep our stress levels to a minimum. The relaxation response is a physical state of deep …
Fatigue. It happens. How do we combat it? According to the Oxford English Dictionary, fatigue is, “A reduction in the efficiency of a muscle or organ after prolonged activity.” As we all know, fatigue can be something that stops us in our tracks. It can debilitate your performance and keep you from getting your workouts …
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Maya Angelou wrote that “there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you.” We often associate expressive writing with a skillset that requires perfection and beautiful use of language. Yet in a more realistic sense, writing can be an effective tool when used for stress management. As adults, we are often …
Sadly, our nation again has experienced what can only be described as a horrific event. The mass shooting in a nightclub in Orlando, Florida, is considered to be the deadliest mass shooting in United States history. Not only were 50 individuals killed, but more than 50 have apparently been brought to local hospitals for treatment. In …
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Anxiety can cause an inner turmoil that makes your world feel like it is spinning out of control. It can be hard to know what is normal worrying, and what might be something more serious. What is Anxiety? “Anxiety is a common human condition,” said Lianne Marks, MD, PhD, FACP, an internist on the medical …