#resilience “We are all being fed an endless stream of negative MSM news pushing the boundaries of reality, it may seem comic to suggest optimism now but it is helpful in the extreme” — Paul Ebeling The Big Q: What is Resilience The Big a: Resilience is the ability to overcome adversity and recover, or […]
#health #virus #calm #chaos There is a viral panic that is shifting the way we live and the choices we make. We are seeing major changes in closures of schools, sports events, meetings, travel to name just a few. So, let’s focus on what we do can do to support ourselves, our families and […]
Understand this, being scared and afraid are 2 different things. A scare is temporary, allowing it to morph into fear is paralyzing. The Key is not get afraid: choose to look forward, keep going and focusing on things you can do to make your present situation better is the answer. The COVID-19 Coronavirus The Big […]
Gratitude involves affirming the good in your life and recognizing its sources. It is the understanding that life owes you nothing, and that the good things in your life are gifts that cannot be taken for granted. Focusing on gratitude has become a growing trend in recent years, and for good reason. There is a […]
It has been proven that gratitude increases happiness, so be grateful for all the little things in life. In 1 study, participants were divided into 3 groups and 1 group was instructed to write about things that had happened during the week they were grateful for. The 2nd group wrote about things that had displeased […]
FLASH A day the beach is fun and healthy, as 2 leading researchers say the regenerative powers of sand, sun and surf are scientifically proven to reduce stress and improve sleep. Dr. Deborah Cracknell, author of “By the Sea,” says the vitamin D you absorb not only helps build strong bones but also boosts your […]
This is the height of cold and flu season in North America and Europe, and many people have come down with respiratory illnesses post-Holidays Stress wreaks havoc with the immune system. The Big Q: What about the people who live through the winter months without a sniffle, what is their secret? The Big A: According […]
Meditation: The Mind-Body Connector I believe meditation practice can be an important part of health and well-being. Because, not only is a powerful means of relaxing, but also useful for relieving stress, anxiety, managing pain, and preventing disease. There is growing scientific evidence that demonstrates the human mind and body are intricately connected, and wide […]
The Many Benefits of Being Thankful Gratitude is Good Medicine Gratitude improves Relationships This week Americans gather together with family and friends to give thanks for our bounty, our friendships, and love. However, while it is good to count our blessings on Thanksgiving Day, practicing gratitude throughout the year can have tremendous health benefits. Experts […]
The Proven Health Benefits of Gratitude It is the season where we gather together with family and friends and give thanks for our bounty, our friendships, and love. But while it is nice to count our blessings on Thanksgiving Day, practicing gratitude throughout the year can have tremendous health benefits. The experts say, gratitude may […]
People who are Thankful are Healthier “If thankfulness were a drug, it would be the world’s best-selling product with a health maintenance indication for every major organ system,”– Dr. P. Murali Doraiswamy, an expert in brain and mind health So, if you are serious about your wellbeing increase the frequency at which you feel and express […]