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by Cheryl Woodson We live in a world of perpetual rushing, trying to get everything done, right now. It’s impossible to run all the time, and we always feel like we’re behind. Let’s relax and generate joy through G. R. A. C. E.Gratitude: Don’t waste time ruminating over what you don’t have. Rejoice in what you do have. Put that time to better use, finding better ways to use your resources, get what you really need,... 6/18/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Now that summer is approaching, it's time to start gathering your summer essentials. Regardless of whether you're a hiker or a beach goer, some items should be on everyone's list. Sun Protection: Natural Sunscreen vs. Traditional Varieties You have probably heard to look for products with an SPF of 30 or above. The majority of sunscreens with high SPF are fairly expensive. It's understandable that... 6/17/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Bruce Wayne When you need to boost your confidence what do you do? Have you ever thought about the fact that confidence can often come through looking your best? It really can. Many different things go into looking your very best. Most people know that one part of looking your best is being fit and at a comfortable weight, that personal weight which makes you feel good and look good, but they may not know how... 6/13/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Dr. Alexandra Emmons An emotion that is universal to the human experience is envy. It is also for the most part considered shameful. People generally see this feeling as ugly, try to hide and deny it, and pretend it doesn’t exist. Envy can feel toxic, it can balloon to be all-consuming, so powerful at times that one can feel eaten alive by the intense emotional experience.I see envy as exemplified in the following thought... 6/5/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Heather Carey, MS I don't get to write about starting a garden very often because the window for planting is very short in the Northeast. Right now, as May rolls steadily in, if you haven't already planted lettuces, peas and greens, you might feel as if you are watching the ship sail away. Alas, there is still time for round two - the big guns - tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and such, which should be planted after all... 5/9/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Did you know that you could clean your home naturally with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry? You need four things to get started: white vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil and baking soda. Read on to discover the ease of creating your own natural cleaning products at home.Benefits of Natural CleaningIf you have children, you no doubt worry that they will get into the harsh chemicals... 4/29/2014 9:00:00 PM
by John Valenty So how do you achieve wellness? The technical definition of wellness can be described as: “Optimally balanced health across multiple dimensions.” The top level dimensions are commonly viewed as physical, mental, spiritual, social and lifestyle. Striking an optimal balance of health in each dimension can be confusing and too many people misunderstand the objective and generally fail to achieve Wellness... 4/26/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Dr. Alexandra Emmons Imagine taking a bath in the forest. Smelling the fecund soil and the fresh, pine-scented air, feeling the slight breeze against your skin, hearing the birds chirping and the wind rustling through the trees, the damp soft ground beneath your feet. Your heart rate and brain waves are decreasing, your body begins to produce less cortisol, you feel less stressed, and are harnessing your body’s healing... 4/16/2014 5:13:39 AM
by Heather Carey, MS It is finally spring and you are charged up. This is the year you are going to lose the twenty pounds that have been slowly creeping up. Good for you for making the commitment.So why does it often feel like failure before we can even get out of the gate? I imagine you know this game well. It's called self-sabotage and you very well have been on this hamster wheel for a long time.Let's look at a few... 4/14/2014 2:26:13 PM
by John Valenty Our two daughters (Fiona 13 & Sophia 14) appear to be a parenting experiment--gone right (so far). Here are a few observations and reflections in my article 15 Things to Teach Your Children Before They Are 15... We’ve all seen the results of the “easy-going” style of parenting and it seems to produce its share of dependent, unhappy, low-performance, disrespectful children. We’ve seen children of the... 4/10/2014 7:13:57 PM
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