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by Mike B. Who am I?This question has plagued humanity since the concept of a self has existed. Such questions are at the heart of life values and a finding a fulfilling life purpose in life. A sense of a purpose or reason for being has resulted in many of the great, historical breakthroughs in science and philosophy. Humanity is now advancing so quickly that people are discussing the morality of cloning humans... 10/31/2023 4:00:00 AM
by Megan Johnson McCullough We know that vegetables are good for us because they are loaded with vitamins, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. We need them for energy and digestion. But did you know that there are two types of vegetables: starchy vegetables and non-starchy vegetables?Most carb counters are aware of this, but not everyone is, mostly because most of us have been raised with the mantra that vegetables are vegetables... 10/28/2023 4:00:00 AM
by Tara Cousineau If you're that high-achieving professional who's all too familiar with the gnawing anxiety of not being good enough, the constant worry about meeting project milestones, and unrelenting inner critical voices, take a deep breath. You're not alone. As a recovering perfectionist myself, I can assure that you can travel through the maze of perfectionism with more ease and joy—and truly thrive. No doubt... 10/20/2023 4:00:00 AM
by Ruth Smith A trusting relationship with your physical therapist (PT) is essential to healing. Trust is a matter of the mind and ample research indicates that the mind-body connection is real. So, bumping up the trust level directly improves your healing potential.Trust reassures and steadies your emotional mind. You can think freely, breathe easily, and respond courageously. Your mind relaxes, your heart rate... 10/1/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor A likely underdiagnosed disease, auto-brewery syndrome (ABS), could be destroying the livers of many more than we previously thought. This condition occurs in both men and women. While anyone can have ABS, those with diabetes and bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s and short-bowel syndrome, are more susceptible. Obesity may also be a contributing factor. The condition is caused by gut bacteria and can... 5/13/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Mary Crocker Cook As a life-long professional and personal “work-in-progress” myself, one of the ways I can spot a need to shift my thinking is when my thoughts start looping with sentences that begin with, “It’s always…,” or “I know how this ends…”.I am a therapist specializing in addiction and attachment theory, so I have the opportunity to see the psychological rigidity that seeps in when relationship experiences... 5/12/2025 5:12:40 PM
by Wellness Editor It’s natural to want to stay up to date on the news, especially when so much is currently going on in the world. With all of this uncertainty and worry, many people have come to a point where the weight of it all has become too heavy. But when we combine this restless worrisome uncertainty with a feeling of helplessness, we might begin to experience what's known colloquially a doomscrolling. “Doomscrolling”... 5/9/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Spending time outdoors provides individuals of all ages with the opportunity to have better mental and physical health.Can spending time outdoors improve both mental and physical health? Well, research has shown there are a variety of benefits to being outside for a bit, and it doesn't require a whole vacation or take as long as you may think. Learn more about how nature can help your mental and physical... 5/2/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Ken Ceder Blue light, especially from electronic devices and LED lights, has been all over the news lately, primarily warning about sleep interference. However, there's real urgency to learn about light and your health —especially those with aging eyes. Few people stop to think about light, much less the effects different colors of light can have on our bodies, moods, and overall health. Stepping outdoors into... 5/1/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Dr. Steph The other day I was chatting with a client and we both felt angry at the lack of eating disorder awareness. Eating disorders are a highly stigmatized mental health condition and from my client's perspective, and mine, there are too many people living with eating disorders who aren't aware of the serious harm they cause. Even kids can be prone to eating disorders, mostly teens.Of course, a person feels... 4/29/2025 4:00:00 AM
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