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One of the most powerful wellness tools used to counter stress and symptoms of stress-related ailments is mindfulness.  If you have heard about mindfulness, you may be wondering how to practice it.  Find out how to perform mindfulness exercises and how they might benefit you. What is Mindfulness? When some of us think about mindfulness, it […]

A great way to stop worrying is to influence your circumstances. Here is a firsthand account of how this technique worked for me. Are you a worrier? You’re not alone. A recent survey showed that 86% of adults consider themselves to be ‘worriers.’ Constant, excessive worrying not only wastes time and energy, but can also […]

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 […]

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 […]

One of the most important steps of successful time management is learning to say ‘no.’  This critical skill has helped me to manage my time, and subsequently my stress – and at the same time helps me feel like I have regained control of my crazy life! The Old Me: The People Pleaser I used […]

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 […]

There’s no doubt that hemp cannabidiol (CBD) is the hottest new wellness trend at the moment. People take or apply CBD to treat a variety of symptoms, including pain, inflammation, depression, anxiety, stress. In addition, it’s commonly used by athletes to help relieve their bodies after workouts and performances. Some research suggests that CBD has medical benefits. Other research shows […]

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 […]

So I recently wrote about using CBD oil to manage my MS symptoms. Since I started adding CBD to my daily regimen, I experience less brain fog during the day, less anxiety, and almost no debilitating fatigue. However, there hasn’t been any improvement in my chronic pain or spasticity. I initially wanted to try a […]

Do you have a love affair with coffee? This article explains how coffee affects the brain and body – and can aid in stress management. Coffee: the Elixir of Life Anyone who knows me knows I love coffee. Seriously. And I’m not alone. In fact, according to Fairtrade, an estimated 1.6 billion cups of coffee […]