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“Too busy” for self-care? Not so fast

Wellness

Oct 10, 2019

We have all heard that term “self-care,” but what does it really mean? The truth is, the practice of self-care means lots of different things to lots of different people. Regardless of what self-care looks like to you, there is...

5 reasons you should pick up a new hobby

Wellness

Oct 2, 2019

One of my favorite questions to ask people is, “What is your hobby?” The responses vary from, “what is a hobby?” to “playing on my phone,” to blank stares, to “who has time for a hobby?”With the never-ending tasks, errands,...

How telehealth helped this Army veteran cope

Wellness

Sep 10, 2019

As a man and an Army veteran, talking about my “mental health” doesn’t come naturally, but this story is one that needs telling. It’s a story of struggle and ultimately, of healing and hope.After returning from my fourth deployment, I...

How telehealth is transforming mental health care for veterans

Wellness

Aug 22, 2019

Some people assume that the toughest times members of the military and armed forces face will occur while in service — but for many, that is simply not true. There are many challenges that service men and women face after...

Recognizing mental health problems in children and teens

Wellness

Aug 14, 2019

For many children, the thought of going to school brings excitement. But for some, it brings fears, worries and anxiety.Mental health is the foundation of life, especially for growing children who experience incredible growth and development in their child and...

How severe storms impact your mental health

Wellness

Jul 18, 2019

Growing up as a little girl in Puerto Rico, I naively associated hurricanes with happiness: no electricity and no running water for days in a row meant no school, fun outside with the neighbors and candlelit board games. Until I...

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How nature can improve your mental health

Wellness

Jul 2, 2019

Over the past several decades, there has been a fast migration into cities as our societies get more industrialized, more urban and more digital. We’ve grown accustomed to spending our time indoors behind screens. But have we been hurting our...

Is stress keeping you up at night?

Wellness

Apr 24, 2019

All of us experience stress in our lives. Some amount of stress is normal, but it can be hard to know when the amount of stress you’re experiencing — or how you’re handling that stress — is unhealthy. Did you...

9 ways to practice self-love for your mental health

Wellness

Feb 14, 2019

In this fast-paced world, we are always on, always going, always doing — and always feeling the pressure to do more. But as we grapple with a growing mental health crisis, it’s time to prioritize self-care and self-compassion.Here are 9...

Rainy day blues? 8 ways to boost your mood when the sun is away

Wellness

Jan 22, 2019

Willie Nelson sings, “Save those dimes and nickels, save ‘em for a rainy day.” But what happens when the rainy and gray days keep coming, day after day after day? Have you ever wondered how these rainy days affect us?...

Exercises that can boost your mental health

Wellness

Jul 17, 2018

Once upon a time, many centuries ago, stress, anxiety and worry served a greater purpose for mankind. Our hunter-gatherer ancestors used these feelings to survive. If they didn’t worry about where food or shelter was coming from, they would starve...

Bridging the mental health gap for veterans and first responders

Wellness

May 17, 2018

Emergency responders and veterans are no strangers to providing help when help is needed most. From wars to life-threatening fires and other disasters, they face danger head-on, not for themselves but in the interest of protecting others.Far too often, however,...

How long-term stress can damage your health

Wellness

May 14, 2018

Everyone experiences stress from time to time. The amount might vary from day to day, or we might go through extended periods of stressful times in our lives. For some of us, it’s our job. For others, it might be...

How to scare away the “Sunday Scaries”

Wellness

Jan 13, 2018

It’s Sunday evening and the weekend is coming to a close when suddenly a feeling of panic arises. The questions start swirling: Am I ready for the day tomorrow? Did I reply to that email? What if I mess up...

How giving gratitude impacts your health

Wellness

Nov 23, 2017

Every year at Thanksgiving, my parents encourage us to go around the table and list something we are each thankful for. We are a pretty big family so this can go on for quite a while, but it’s something I...

Dealing with the emotional impact after a natural disaster

Wellness

Sep 9, 2017

Allow me to set the scene, although it is a familiar one if you’ve seen the news in recent weeks…Imagine you’ve arrived home from work, settled in your recliner to rest from the day and to watch the evening news....

Why taking a break is good for your health

Wellness

May 24, 2017

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...

4 ways to fight stress and anxiety with food

Wellness

Mar 8, 2017

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...

11 reasons why you keep avoiding change

Wellness

Jan 14, 2017

With a New Year upon us and the holidays behind us, it is often an excellent time to reflect on the past year and look forward to the future. For many of us, the month of January signals a time to...

Stress management through the art of relaxation

Wellness

Dec 21, 2016

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...