Often, health and fitness pundits encourage us to have predictable, healthy routines: go to sleep at a set time, don’t eat after 8 p.m., exercise at least three times per week, get a yearly check-up, and so on. Undoubtedly, it is important to hardwire these kinds of habits into our schedules, so that they become[…]
Too Much Mouthwash Love minty fresh breath? If you swig mouthwash throughout the day, you may set yourself up for a sore mouth. That’s because some products have acids that make already-sensitive teeth worse. The solution: Limit rinsing to once or twice a day. If you’re still sensitive, ask your dentist about neutral fluoride rinses[…]
Learn to eat healthy at parties, restaurants and barbecues You’re probably great at sticking to your diet when you’re alone in your own home. But do you notice that you eat more when you’re with others? If so, you’re not alone. Many dieters struggle to stick to a healthy eating plan when they are in[…]
Mindfulness is more than meditation and staying in the present — and can make you more successful. Why do some people seem to handle challenges with grace and ease while other crumble under stress? A growing body of research points to mindfulness as the answer. Put simply, mindfulness is, “the act of being intensely aware of what you’re sensing[…]
Make time every week to reflect and get centered on your commitment to lead. Ever feel stretched to your limits at work? Maybe you feel the strain from managing difficult workplace politics or co-worker relationships. Maybe you become stressed-out when second-guessed or criticized by a business partner. Sometimes just the mere fact that you[…]
Turn a Simple Walk Into an Effective Stress Relief Activity Meditation is one of the great stress management techniques because it carries many varied benefits. It can help people create mental and emotional space between them and their stressors, allowing them to gain perspective and get their bearings before tackling the stressful situations at hand. It can[…]
Cell phone addiction may not be formally recognized, but for many people, the thought of not having their cell phone is impossible. As we become more and more dependent on cell phones to connect with others, organize our time, and track down information, it can seem hard to cope without it. For many people,[…]
Here are 11 tried and true tricks to fit exercise into your life in simple, painless ways. Start Small Exercise is not an all or none endeavor. It is a continuum. Keep in mind that a little is better than none and you can do something today, so don’t worry about what you will do next[…]
A Nap a Day? Napping isn’t just for babies. Studies show that an afternoon nap is great for adults, too. There’s no need to feel lazy for indulging in daytime sleep. A short nap in the mid-afternoon can boost memory, improve job performance, lift your mood, make you more alert, and ease stress. Cozy up[…]
Many people don’t realize the other negative effects that excessive social media involvement (in addition to the stress of social comparison) can have on their lives. Learn about the consequences of social media overuse and what can be done to tone down this habit. How to Control Your Facebook Addiction While Facebook addiction is[…]