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by Kyle Richey Do you sometimes feel that your appetite is a bit out of control? That you can’t keep yourself from eating those comfort foods? Giving in to your cravings once every now and then is fine, but you need to realize that overdoing it coupled with a lack of exercise can lead to weight gain. If you think your appetite has spun out of control and that you can’t keep yourself from comfort foods, read on for... 12/21/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Dr. Nimesh Patel Thanks to braces, achieving your dream smile is within reach! But beyond your orthodontist's help, your commitment to following instructions for oral hygiene plays a crucial role in successful braces treatment.Food particles tend to get trapped in braces, leading to plaque and tartar buildup. This can stain teeth and harm enamel. Thus, maintaining proper teeth cleaning with braces is essential for... 12/19/2023 5:18:24 AM
by Gary Roe Can Grief Make You Sick?The death or departure of someone we love can be traumatic. Loss hurts, and the resulting grief can be challenging.When we lose someone, we immediately feel the emotional impact. Shock, sadness, anger, anxiety, depression, and other emotions surface and can hijack us at a moment's notice. The ensuing emotional roller coaster can be unnerving and even frightening.What often gets... 12/18/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Brigitte Cutshall Do you feel guilty because you aren’t sticking to a healthy lifestyle? Maybe you don't feel guilty but it just nags at you. Have you made plans to change that? How do you go about making a permanent change? There is a lot of information out there (some of it conflicting) about being “healthy.” People choose to ignore and tune it out because that info overload can be overwhelming. Don't ignore this... 12/16/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Ananta Ripa Ajmera Stress seems to be the modern way of life. 2023 research by Columbia University Medical Center revealed how when people spent more time thinking about a stressor, they felt more stress. The more time spent dwelling on something stressful, the higher their blood pressure became. I understand stress. In one particularly stress-filled year, I experienced betrayal on my spiritual journey by some of my... 12/15/2023 1:12:53 AM
by Stephanie McLeod-Estevez, LCPC Perfectionism, or perfectionistic traits, are the impossible standards that are typically driven by anxiety and a desire for control. People who grapple with perfectionistic traits tend to be highly critical, because, for most, being critical is an attempt at trying to stay safe in situations where you feel vulnerable.As a therapist, I’ve worked with many people who’ve suffered from perfectionism.... 12/13/2023 9:45:12 PM
by Alexandra Kennedy MA, MFT Ungrieved losses take a toll on our hearts and deaden us to life. We think we can avoid the pain of loss if we keep busy or close our hearts. However, the losses accumulate, and we shut down from life, from one another, and from ourselves.Suppressing our grief affects our relationships and compromises our aliveness. Grief can show up in symptoms such as chronic physical ailments, overworking, addiction,... 12/13/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Tara Cousineau Have you ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of regret, resentment, and rumination? I call these the 3 Rs of despair. You're not alone. We all have moments when we look back at our choices and wish we could change them.“I wish I hadn’t done that.” “I want a do over.” “If only.”We might feel bitter towards ourselves for perceived flaws or failures or envy others' successes. These emotions can lead... 12/8/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Beth Feldman Marriage isn’t a cake that you put in the oven and check on in fifteen years. You need to be an active participant in cultivating, nurturing, and energizing your relationship with your partner. This is particularly important given that American Psychological Association has found that 40-50% of first marriages end in divorce and 60-70% of second marriages end in divorce. Having a strong, satisfying... 12/7/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Jennifer Merritts Emotions are happening to us every day. Some of us are more aware than others of the emotions that cause us to feel life more deeply, extremely, or even overwhelmingly. But regardless of what type of person you are, there is no doubt you have emotions swirling within. This swirl is a wonderful thing! As Souls we are having a physical existence, experiencing all the Universe has to offer, good and bad.... 12/6/2023 4:01:25 AM
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