Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that rewards you with feelings of pleasure and accomplishment. It’s like having a motivational cheerleader in your brain, always ready to celebrate the good stuff. When you check something off your to-do list, you get a release of dopamine that drives motivation. There are other ways to stimulate the natural release […]
Read MoreA wellness vacation is good for the mind, body, and soul, and traveling allows you to explore new places and cultures. When you take a wellness vacation, your only focus is promoting your overall well-being, including therapeutic activities and destinations. Here are some destinations that promote healthy living, healthy eating, and other nurturing activities: 1. […]
Read MoreToday’s workplace is changing. The world is witnessing the rise of a new generation of working professionals who place just as much value on their mental health as physical health. It’s time for companies to acknowledge this and offer employees the resources they need to maintain healthy mindsets. Mental Health Is as Important as Physical […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to improving your life, meditation is one of the most powerful tools around. It can help you focus and be more productive, sleep better, and cope with stress and anxiety. It can even help with weight loss. But for many people, getting started can be a daunting task. Here are five important […]
Read MoreA support group is a regular gathering of peers who have come together to provide each other with support and solutions, usually around a set topic. Support groups may or may not be led by a therapist or other professional. Support groups are great because they offer a strong sense of camaraderie and belonging, along […]
Read MoreDental emergencies can be disruptive and stressful. Unfortunately, they are also inevitable for most of us at some point. If you deal with a dental emergency as quickly and effectively as possible, you will make a faster, more thorough recovery. Delaying an emergency visit to the dentist could result in unnecessary tooth loss. Here are […]
Read MoreAccording to statistics, the most common mental illness in the United States is anxiety disorder, affecting 40 million adults. In some cases, the symptoms of this disease are mild, in other cases more severe, ranging from a feeling of nervousness to full-blown panic attacks. For many people, anxiety can be debilitating, making it hard to […]
Read MoreLife has never been more stressful, and social media is a contributor. When’s the last time you logged out of your favorite social media accounts? You might not think the amount of time you spend on social media is a problem. Maybe it isn’t, but if you’re feeling like your social media use is impacting […]
Read MoreIf you’re ready for a vacation but don’t have the time, money, or desire to travel, then it might be time for a stay-cation, a vacation in which you stay home. Not sure if a stay-cation is right for you? Here are six reasons to consider one. 1. Better for the Budget A stay-cation is […]
Read MoreChildren need a lot of entertainment, stimulation and sometimes, on certain days, are a tough audience to impress. Here are 8 fresh and creative ways to entertain kids at home. 1: Have a body art competition Get large pieces of paper (you can buy rolls of cheap paper in various colors at most stationary stores) […]
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