Mental Health
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
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Will I See My Pet Again? A Look at Religious Beliefs on Pet Afterlife
What happens to our pets when they die? And how do the various religions view life after death for our animals? These are questions that often arise when we are faced with the loss of a beloved pet. In this article, we will explore the diverse religious perspectives on the afterlife for animals, offering comfort Read more
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Podcast Episode 25: Putting Your Distressing Thoughts on Trial
In this episode, I describe a cognitive behavioral approach called putting your thoughts on trial, which is a method to empower you to regulate your emotions in the face of events that seem to create a negative experience. This empowers you to focus on your thoughts, determine if they are valid in the context of Read more
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Listen to the Self-Maintenance of the Brain and Body Podcast
A short 3-5 minute weekly podcast sharing evidence-based self-care tips that can improve your health, performance, and overall wellness. Every Monday, I share a simple and easy-to-implement self-care idea with you and challenge you to create a positive change. Throughout these episodes, I discuss ways to improve sleep hygiene and mental health and strengthen the Read more
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Neurological Benefits of Volunteering: Enhancing Mental Health
A natural response hardwired in everyone’s brain is the “helper’s high”—a sense of calmness and happiness that arises when we help others. Life can be challenging and filled with stress, and many people face increased mental difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, or ADHD. During tough times, actively seeking opportunities to perform acts of Read more
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The Effects of Maternal Stress on Fetal Development
Military spouses face heightened stress levels when their partners are deployed to combat zones. Pregnant individuals experiencing this stress may have elevated maternal cortisol levels. Unfortunately, this can affect the child’s developing brain. It increases the likelihood of mental and physical challenges later in life. Embracing my wife and two young daughters, I feel a Read more
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30 Day Ultimate 10-Minute Sprint Challenge
If you could get the same benefits from a 10-minute workout as you would from a 45-minute session, would it be worth it? Time is a valuable resource, and science supports this possibility. A study from McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, discovered that a 10-minute workout consisting of just three 20-second sprints can significantly improve Read more
Read MoreBook Review: Thank You For Being Late: An Optimist’s Guide to Thriving in the Age of Accelerations
In today’s chaotic world, we can still find ways to thrive personally and help our organizations maintain momentum. Thank You For Being Late equips us with tools to overcome adversity and grow in challenging times. Thomas Friedman offers solutions that help discover innovative resources even in resource-constrained environments. He skillfully explains the exponential growth spurred Read more
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