· 7 min read
Today’s video highlights how to support your body through burnout and adrenal fatigue. Why? Because chronic stress is rampant in our society. Because we’re all stressed to the max and overwhelmed with everything we need to do in our lives. Because we’re addicted to the chaos, even though we’re drowning in it. FIRST OFF, WHAT […]
· 8 min read
When you picture the word depression, what do you see? Off the top, images of disinterest, sadness, loneliness, emptiness, and hopelessness are likely some of the first to arise. These are interesting concepts because many people have a very clear idea and understanding of them, at least on the surface. In fact, there are six […]
· 5 min read
What is Dementia? The World Health Organizing defines dementia as “a syndrome—usually of a chronic or progressive nature—in which there is a deterioration in cognitive function (i.e. the ability toprocess thought) beyond what might be expected of normal aging. It affects memory, thinking,orientation, comprehension, calculation, learning capacity, language, and judgment.” (1) It isn’t strange that […]
· 2 min read
Feeling the effects of sleep deprivation at work? No amount of double shot espressos can accomplish what a couple of quality sleep cycles can! Whereas many European countries commonly shut down businesses for an afternoon siesta, North American workplaces generally frown upon getting some shut-eye at work. But there’s something to be said for incorporating […]
· 3 min read
For many of us who live in cities, the hectic nature of modern life can leave you feeling tired. As the days and weeks blend together, we exist in a consistent state of auto-pilot. Ultimately, we end up feeling totally drained, both physically and psychologically, which can lead to all manner of ailments. The answer […]
· 7 min read
A narcissist can be described as someone with a grandiose inflated sense of self-worth. A narcissist has no equals, people merely exist to serve their purpose of reaching the top. Chances are, you’ve encountered a narcissist somewhere along the way, if not, you may be a narcissist. (Joking aside, this may be the case, as […]
· 3 min read
Lots of people love to travel. It’s exciting and gives us a reason to get out of our comfort zones. Almost everyone would agree that a trip somewhere is something to be looked forward to. I remember my first trip elsewhere in the world, everything was so exciting. Even the most mundane of things was […]
· 5 min read
Sleep, while one of the most blissful and relaxing things we do to survive, is also one of the most essential. When we close our eyes for those few hours each night, we give our body the chance to recharge after all the previous day’s stresses. Millions of processes go on while you sleep, helping […]
· 4 min read
For the most part, meditation is usually presented as a lone figure on the top of a mountain with the only distraction being the slightest of breezes moving the leaves in the tree behind them. In reality, mindfulness and meditation can be done anywhere by anyone, and it should. It’s a great way to calm […]
· 3 min read
It’s pretty common to feel isolated in adulthood– long-distance friendships are basically the norm and everyone’s so busy, it’s hard to connect. But children can be lonely too, even if they’re not actually alone. Here are some of the subtle signs of a lonely kid: Read: Top 10 Subtle Signs of Anxiety Everyone Should Be […]
· 7 min read
What is anxiety? Put simply, anxiety is the incessant voice in the back of your head always reminding you that something bad will happen. However, anxiety is anything but simple. Oftentimes, people can mask their feelings of anxiousness and come across as introverted, strange, or rude. Combined with someone who either does not want to […]
· 5 min read
Frustration, disappointment, anger, jealousy, grief, despair, vengeance, guilt, fear and other negative emotions are all part of the human experience. Dark emotions aren’t merely the occasional pang of short-lived anger you feel when a person cuts in front of you at check-out. Dark emotions represent deep-rooted negative feelings that cause mental stress or emotional breakdowns […]
