Month: July 2024
Resetting Sleep For Back-to-School Success
Parents eagerly anticipate their kids’ return to school as the new school year approaches. With no reason to wake up early during the summer, many family sleep schedules have shifted and no longer align with the upcoming school routine. As school resumes in the fall, amidst all the preparations, ensuring they get enough sleep is Read more
5 Morning Activities to Improve Sleep Quality and Well-Being
What you do as soon as you wake up is just as important as what you do during the day. This 10-minute morning routine, consisting of five activities, is designed to reboot your mind and body, preparing you for the day and setting you up for a good night’s sleep. Each activity aims to improve Read more
Sweet Poison: The Truth About Sugar
According to the US Department of Agriculture, the average American consumes about 100 pounds of sugar annually. This intake doesn’t just come from sugary drinks and obvious sweets; a glance at ingredient labels reveals that nearly all processed foods contain sugar. If more people knew the truth about sugar and its poisoned effects on the Read more
Virtual Hope Box: Your Pocket Support Network for Stress Management
The Virtual Hope Box is a mobile app that empowers your self-reliant journey in caring for your mental well-being. This app is designed for clients and their behavioral health providers as a supportive tool in treatment. Anyone can use this powerful support tool to manage daily stress, even if you’re not seeing a therapist. The Read more
Sleep and Stress Monitoring Wearables
Wearable devices have revolutionized how we monitor and manage our health. By tracking various physiological metrics, these devices provide valuable insights to help individuals make informed decisions about their well-being. These devices can inform you of the positive results you experience as you apply the various self-care tools I continue to provide on this website. Read more
Daily Mindfulness: Cognitive Power and Holistic Vitality
There are numerous benefits to exercising the brain through daily mindfulness meditation. Many people may not be aware of mindfulness or its benefits in enhancing human performance and wellness, while others may struggle with practicing it. Some may be turned off by its association with Buddhist practices or dismiss it as something only hippies do. Read more
Regulating Political Hate and Anger: Health Implications
The environment of hate caused by political differences in the U.S. is marked by intense polarization, where ideological divides are deepened by inflammatory rhetoric, misinformation, and social media amplification. This atmosphere fosters distrust and animosity among citizens, often resulting in personal attacks, social fragmentation, and a breakdown in civil discourse. This environment strains interpersonal relationships Read more
Marijuana for Anxiety: Benefits, Risks, and Best Practices
Is marijuana effective in treating anxiety? The answer depends on the frequency of use and the amount of THC in the substance. Marijuana has been reported to have both positive and negative effects on anxiety. Yet, a majority of those effects are negative. Some individuals find that certain strains, particularly those high in cannabidiol (CBD), Read more
Boost Your Happiness: How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Transform Your Life
Changing your unhelpful thoughts can reduce negative emotions and increase overall happiness. The Greek Stoic philosopher Epictetus once said, “We are disturbed not by events but by the views we take of them.” This suggests that happiness is a choice; it’s not external events but our attitudes and perceptions of those events that affect our Read more
Top Mobile Apps and Devices for Sleep, Mental and Cognitive Self-Care
In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of oneself has become more crucial. Fortunately, technology has made integrating self-care into our daily routines easier. Mobile applications and wearable devices offer a range of features that can support and enhance our self-care efforts, from tracking physical activity to managing mental health. This library lists the top mobile Read more