You’ve probably heard of the many ways regular exercise can boost your physical health. Exercise can help you control your weight, increase your good cholesterol levels and fight off high blood pressure. Did you know, however, that exercise also helps your mental well-being? Why is physical activity important for your brain? Read this helpful guide…
Read MoreThere are 3 sides to every couple’s conflict. Her side, his side, and the truth that lies somewhere in the middle. When you’re handling the issue as a couple, it can be challenging to accept the truth. Too often, one or both partners will dig their heels in and refuse to see the other side.…
Read MoreIt’s rooted in the ancient practices of Buddhism. University of Massachusetts academic, Professor Jon Kabat-Zinn popularized mindfulness. There have been many wild claims for its effects but some benefits of mindfulness at work do exist. Going to work every day can be hard, but stressed people around you can make it unbearable. Read on to…
Read MoreWe’ve all been there – you’re in a boring work meeting, your boss’s words fade away as you zone out, and before you know it they sound like the adults on Charlie Brown… wah wahwahwah wah. We don’t like to admit it (and we certainly won’t admit it to our boss), but late nights at…
Read MoreMillions and millions of people worldwide are being treated for mental illness. There are 40 million people just in America with mental health diagnoses. And worldwide, it’s estimated that one in four people will have a mental illness at some point in life. That’s staggering. But the ancient practice of meditation has been shown, time…
Read MoreIt’s said that we learn from our mistakes. That’s certainly true, but some mistakes are worse than others. You don’t always know how to pick yourself up after a major personal failure. So, how do we learn to get up and try again? What makes it possible for us to find success after experiencing setbacks of…
Read More80% of workers report that balancing life and work is their top priority when choosing a job. Work-life balance is a crucial part of being a successful career person but how do you manage it? The first step to balancing life and work is to learn how to become an expert at time management. Here we discuss how…
Read MoreDid you know that more than 36 million people practice yoga? These yogis have spent north of $16 billion buying yoga equipment. That’s a lot of yoga pants and mats! What do all these people know that you don’t? Most yogis are definitely on to something. If you thought that the main benefit of yoga…
Read MoreFinding ways to better yourself can be difficult, especially when it comes to your personal life. Balancing all of the different things in your life can cause stress and anxiety in different parts of your life. Handling these problems in ways that are safe and productive is important for moving forward. Meditation may be the lifestyle…
Read MoreNearly one in five people report suffering from a major depressive issue, while many more suffer more mild symptoms. Depending on what you call it, you could be stuck in bed for days on end or you could just have a general feeling of being in a rut. Getting out of a rut is hard…
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