MEDICAL NEWS We all have good days and bad days. We all have moments where we feel down or cannot tap into the joy or happiness we once had. But what happens when these days grow into weeks or months? Do you suspect that you or a loved one might be suffering from a mental […]
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS You might talk to friends about stress. But what about your doctor? Tell your doctor if you have high stress levels. Stress can affect your health. Here’s what to do: Start with the basics. Make an appointment with your doctor. Tell them about how you feel emotionally. Give them an idea of
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Spending time with other people is good for your health. Quality relationships make you more resilient to the effects of stress and help you cope with life’s challenges. Connecting with others can also bring more joy to your life. Humans are not meant to go it alone. Be proactive in connecting with
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Many people joke about stress causing gray hair. But new evidence suggests this old “myth” is actually true. The body’s stress response, known as fight-or-flight, plays a part in making hair turn gray sooner. Why hair has color Your hair contains special stem cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes live in the hair follicle
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Gratitude is a great stress-buster. When you focus on what you are thankful for, it becomes difficult to stay anxious or worried. Even if what is happening at the moment is stressful, choosing to emphasize the positive can keep life in perspective. A gratitude journal is one effective way to make thankfulness
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MEDICAL NEWS Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at a specific time of the year. It can be either winter or summer pattern depression, though winter pattern depression is more common. SAD is different from the experience of what many people call the “winter blues.” It’s fairly common for people
SUCCESS OVER STRESS Your home should be a haven where you can find relief from stress. If it’s not, you could lower stress levels by making some simple changes in your home. The ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui focuses on how things are placed in the home. It is based on a belief that
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WELL-BEING While New Year’s resolutions might be popular, they often don’t last past January. This year, skip the resolutions and try a word of the year instead. A word of the year is a single word that serves as a guide or theme for what you would like to focus on this year. Examples include
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS It’s part of human nature to search for meaning. Research has found a link between a positive perception of the meaning of life and overall health and well-being. * Discover your values. What things truly matter to you? * Explore your passions. What things make you feel happy? * Identify your skills.
SUCCESS OVER STRESS Social media has many potential benefits. It can foster connection, share information, and build social networks. However, the WAY you use social media can determine if it has a good or bad influence on you. If you feel that you are spending too much time on social media or that your time
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