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Use these 7 stress relief strategies to cope with the current outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) Coronavirus is causing stress and anxiety Unless you have been living under a rock for the past few days, you have likely been inundated with reports about the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) that is spreading throughout the world. While some news […]

Are you a 9-1-1 dispatcher who eats to relieve stress or turn to food for comfort? These six steps can help you fight emotional eating and kick the habit for good. Note: This article was originally published in the Humanizing the Headset blog on 31 March 2019. Let’s face it: sometimes the phone doesn’t ring […]

My Son Has Autism Spectrum Disorder My son was diagnosed with high-functioning ASD (formerly known as Asperger’s Syndrome) when he was 5 years old.  The first few years just before his diagnosis were challenging.  Difficulties in communicating.  High anxiety and meltdowns.  Hyperfocusing.  The list goes on.  It added a layer of stress in our already […]

I had heard alot about the health benefits of floatation therapy, but have never tried it myself. Float therapy is nothing new. Athletes have been using it in sports therapy for a number of years, and scientists have conducted numerous studies on its affects on chronic pain, generalized anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.  My colleagues in the wellness […]

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) has had a reputation for its beneficial effects on memory since the beginning of written records. The ancient Egyptians used the herb in wedding and funeral rituals.  Banke’s herbal, written in 1525, states, “smell of it oft, and it shall keep thee youngly”. Perhaps the most famous literary reference is in Hamlet, […]

The most common question that clients ask me is ‘Which essential oil brand is the best?’ Before I give you my opinion, let me stress this point: I do not represent any specific essential oil brand.  Nor do I work for any essential oil company, or sell essential oil kits. Having said this, I do not […]

Stress can cause many people to become angry. Use these simple anger management tips to help express rage the correct way. As we continue to practice social distancing to prevent the spread of Coronavirus, I can’t help but notice (through social media posts and comments) that people are angry. They are angry because they are […]

Are you coping with stress at work? Try the 4 A’s of stress management! Build your stress management toolbox by learning four coping strategies: avoid, alter, accept, and adapt Too much stress can make life difficult. When your stress level is particularly high, you need to restore balance in one of two ways: by reducing […]

Do you feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day? Here are 5 ways to find time for yourself when you are doing all the things! Do you feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day? That you can barely get through a cup of coffee without someone needing you for something? that […]

Do you spend too much time worrying about things? Practicing positive affirmations can help – but practicing interrogative self-talk may be more effective. Did you know that the average adult spends 1 hour and 50 minutes per day worrying about something? Constant, excessive worrying not only wastes time and energy, but can also lead to […]