Key Takeaways Researchers suggest there’s a link between diet and mental wellbeing. Lowering stress is crucial for reducing the risk for chronic conditions, including diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. When trying to include more produce in your diet, think baby steps rather than overhaul. People who ate at least 16 ounces of fruits[…]
We all have obstacles to exercising, whether it is a lack of motivation, a busy schedule, or adopting a harmful “all or nothing” mentality. Working out looks different for everyone and we all have different ways of honoring our commitment to fitness. These habits can interfere with your workouts, but there are ways to overcome[…]
Researchers are exploring what wellness looks like in a digital world. Zoom Fatigue. Distraction. Burnout. For many of us, digital overwhelm is all around. The pressures of remote work are all too familiar. When we think about how to solve these problems, conversations inevitably turn to disengaging from technology: limiting screen time, deleting apps, taking[…]
Nonverbal communication is already a nuanced matter. And now that Zoom meetings are the new normal, the topic just got a tad more complex. Why? Even though it’s not always consciously conveyed or accurately interpreted, body language matters even more on video calls than in person. “A significant proportion of the meaning that we convey[…]
Before you try any tips to reduce anxiety, you have to understand your own anxiety routines, a new book argues. I don’t know about you, but I’m a little tired of reading the same tips over and over about how to calm down and destress. I’m tired of trying to slow down my breathing[…]
Ever feel like you’ve lived a thousand lifetimes in a day simply through the lens of Instagram Stories or your Facebook feed? Most of us are elbow deep into our social media feeds all day – and we’re looking for a few ways to break our bad habits. In her new book, Unfiltered: How to[…]
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” Lao Tzu “The distance is nothing; it is only the first step that is difficult.” Making a positive change in your life does not have to be about making a huge leap. But I believe that belief is one of those things that hold[…]
Although making resolutions to improve your financial situation is a good thing to do at any time of year, many people find it easier at the beginning of a new year. Regardless of when you begin, the basics remain the same. Here are 10 key tips to getting ahead financially. Get Paid What[…]
Here are six ways to use breathing and movement to de-stress in one minute flat. Meditation has long been encouraged by experts as an accessible and effective stress-management technique. But with the unprecedented task of working where you sleep, while juggling home-schooling your kids, washing endless dishes and navigating a scary news climate, more of[…]
Diet plays a huge role in improving your body’s defense system, but it’s not your only weapon. Looking on the bright side and doing these other things can help, too. Kick Back and Relax Some stress can be a good thing. It helps your body get ready for a challenge. But if it lasts[…]