Health & Wellness

  • How Does Stress Affect the Body? Exploring Physical Symptoms and Aches

    Stress is an inevitable part of daily life. Whether it's work deadlines, financial pressures, or personal responsibilities, everyone experiences stress to some degree. While a certain level of stress isn’t likely to be too damaging, chronic or intense stress can start to take its toll on your body. Over time, this can lead to uncomfortable and even debilitating physical symptoms of stress. Learning how to manage the effects of stress on the body effectively is important to support your overall health and well-being.

  • Guided Meditation for Beginners: Effective Relaxation Techniques

    Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years around the world and may provide a wide range of benefits for your mind and body. There are lots of different types of meditation you can try, but one of the best for all experience levels is guided meditation for relaxation. This technique is structured and supports a gentle introduction to meditation practices. It makes it easier to integrate into your regular routine for consistency. Whether you’re wanting to unwind after each day, are looking for ways to manage stress levels, or simply wanting a new healthy self-care routine, guided meditation is a powerful tool to try.

  • Meditation for Beginners: Tips to Get Started

    Meditation is one of the most popular wellness practices in the world and dates back thousands of years. It can bring you peace and clarity and even potentially help with physical manifestations of stress when integrated into your daily routine. Whether you want a way to focus, relax, or just take a break from the hustle and bustle of your busy schedule, anyone can benefit from meditation tips for beginners.

  • How to Improve Quality of Life in 5 Ways

    Quality of life is a term that measures a person's happiness. According to the American Psychological Association, quality of life can be described as "the extent to which a person obtains satisfaction from life." Each person's journey to improving quality of life is personal and can include improving mental, physical, and educational quality.

  • Breaking Free from Hurry Sickness

    Today, we’re discussing hurry sickness to help you identify what it is and how you might be experiencing its effects. Find out the most common symptoms so you’ll know what to watch out for, plus how to get rid of hurry sickness effectively. From creating relaxation rituals to prioritizing rest, this guide will help you reclaim a sense of balance and calm in your daily life.

  • What Is the Mind Body Connection & Why Does It Matter for Your Health?

    Some people may not think that the mind and body are related to each other, but they are. Both physical and emotional health are important and can impact each other. Taking care of your overall health can help manage stress and make you more aware of how your mind and body are connected.

  • January Mental Wellness Month: Self Care After the Holidays

    Being Mental Wellness Month, January gives you a chance for a fresh start for the new year. After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it’s the perfect time to slow down, take a deep breath, and focus on prioritizing your mental health and evaluating areas in which you can grow. Whether you're recovering from holiday stress, dealing with post-holiday blues, or just want to do a reset after a busy few months, take time this month to really focus on yourself and your needs to set yourself up for success in the year ahead

  • Tips For How to Deal With Financial Stress & Mental Health

    Dealing with financial stress is a shared experience for most people, whether it’s managing your daily expenses or planning for the future. Budgeting, managing debt, and coming up against unexpected costs can culminate in you feeling overwhelmed at any time of the year, but it’s particularly common around holiday seasons.
  • Benefits of Stress Management: Managing Stress During the Holidays

    The holiday season brings joy, happiness, and sometimes…stress. It can be overwhelming juggling family, friends, and work while trying to find the perfect gifts for everyone. Scheduling in some much-needed "me time" can increase the benefits of stress management. Managing stress during the holidays can help calm you down and even re-energize you so that you can get everything you need done, happily.
  • How Does Physical Activity Improve Mental Health?

    As we’re approaching World Mental Health Day, recognized each year on October 10th, now’s the perfect time to learn how physical activity and mental health are inherently linked. Being active is one of the most effective methods for managing and improving mental health. It keeps your mind and body in balance with one another. From improving your mood to safeguarding your cognitive function, consistent physical activity can have lasting benefits now and as you get older.
  • How to Beat Winter Fatigue Syndrome

    You might’ve heard of seasonal affective disorder (commonly referred to as SAD or the winter blues), but what about winter fatigue syndrome? While considered a part of SAD, winter fatigue is a very real struggle for millions of people each year. Fewer hours of sunlight, colder weather, and other seasonal factors culminate in feelings of exhaustion that go beyond just needing another cup of coffee throughout the day. Fortunately, learning how to beat winter fatigue is possible and can be done with a few simple lifestyle adjustments that support your overall well-being.
  • Stay at Home Mom Burnout Symptoms and Finding Relief

    Stay at home mom burnout symptoms are usually caused by over exhaustion, leaving stay at home moms (or stay at home dads) stressed, tired, and overwhelmed. Burnout usually occurs when the burden of stress exceeds the personal resources needed to handle it effectively. The signs of mom burnout can vary, but often involve sleepless nights, muscle pain, and emotional duress.