If you feel a bit sick to your stomach just thinking about the coming November 8th U.S. presidential election, you’re not alone. In fact, not only can you feel a bit anxious about the outcome of any election (and the process leading up to it), there are some bonafide health issues that could be attached […]
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Everyone should take a time out to get a relaxing massage from a registered therapist now and again, especially in the case of a nagging injury or strain. However, there are other reasons to get a massage beyond the relaxation and pain management benefits. Getting an expert massage from a trusted therapist can have immediate […]
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Water is essential to our life and well-being, but sometimes we can come up a bit short and our body will likely tell us about it. As Health.com points out, having insufficient hydration can cause your mood and energy levels to dry up. Your body is about 60-percent water, so even a small decline (1.5-percent) […]
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Being healthy is about more than just eating right and getting regular exercise. It’s also about thinking positively and working to improve your mental and emotional wellness. But what, exactly, does it mean to improve emotional wellness? It’s about being in touch with your feelings and being comfortable expressing them — from your doubts and […]
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The following inforgraphic is based on the book Emotional First Aid by PhD Psychologist, Guy Winch. In celebration of October as Emotional Wellness Month, we embrace Winch’s concept of emotional first aid and how emotional injuries can correlate with very real physical injuries and impact our health…
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Anger: it has its place, but hold on to it for extended periods of time and it can start to tear you up inside and come out in explosive ways. If you’re feeling frustrated often, it’s probably best to identify the triggers and let go of it; but in the meantime, you can learn some […]
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