Healthy Holidays
Managing Holiday Stress with Rest and Sleep
The holidays can knock the best of us out! The narrator of The Night Before Christmas poem wears a cap as he and “Ma” take a long winter’s nap. Good call!
Rest and sleep are not just nice to ...
Experiences as Gifts
The Trend of Giving Experiences as Gifts
A few years ago my mother had a milestone birthday. At the time, COVID-19 safety restrictions put the kibosh on a big party. Also, at this point in her life, my mom isn’t interested in acquiring a ...
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Holiday Gift Guide for Wellness Enthusiasts
What makes a great holiday gift? Of course it depends on the specific person you're giving to, such as whether they're a sports lover, avid reader, foodie, or a fashionista.
Regardless of your fami...
25 Days of Self Care
25 Days of Self Care During the Holidays
Happy Hanukkah, and welcome to the Christmas Season! Whatever you may celebrate, this time of the year can bring a mix of joy, relaxation, and stress.
For many of us, the holiday season involves a...
active listening
Health Benefits of Being Kind
November 13th is World Kindness Day, making it the perfect time to extend care to people in your life–including yourself. You may have heard that being kind benefits not only the recipient of posit...
employee appreciation
Holiday Gifts for Employees Working from Home
When it comes to the modern-day workplace, for many employees working from home is the new normal. Telework options vary by profession, but for millions of people in the US, telework is still an op...
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The Joy and Health Benefits of Giving to Others
The holiday season is nearly upon us.
Giving is synonymous with the winter holidays. Sure, it feels good in the moment to give to others, but did you know that giving can also benefit your health ...
circadian rhythm
The Connection Between Daylight Savings and Sleep
Does Daylight Savings Time end permanently in 2023? Nope. Despite the U.S. Senate unanimously approving the "Sunshine Protection Act" in 2022, it did not pass the U.S. House of Representatives and ...
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Destress Using Pressure Points for Anxiety
Did you know that according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupressure theory, there are certain spots on the body that can help you relax when they are massaged and touched in particula...
