Could it be depression?

Posted on April 29, 2020April 29, 2020 by admin

If you have signs of depression, seek treatment. Depression is more than just having a bad day. It’s a constant feeling of sadness or anger, inability to concentrate, and lack of interest in anything. Unlike diabetes, a blood test may not be able to detect depression, but it is a medical illnes...

Your pets and COVID-19

Posted on April 27, 2020April 27, 2020 by admin

Many people may be wondering if their pets are a source of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. To date, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have not received any reports of pets or other animals in the United States becoming sick with COVID-19. That’s good news because our pets are often a ...

Lowering stress with gratitude

Posted on April 24, 2020April 24, 2020 by admin

Most of us are thankful for certain things in our lives. But, how often do we think about them? Gratitude doesn’t always come naturally. It’s easy to get caught up in situations that go wrong, whether big or small. This can lead to higher stress levels. The good news is that we may be able […...

Craving Hummus? It’s easy to make at home

Posted on April 22, 2020 by admin

Are you, like millions of Americans, missing your weekly supply of hummus that you pick up in the deli section of your grocery store? No problem. Perhaps now is a good time to make your own and see just how easy it is to create in just a few minutes. Luckily, hummus lends itself well...

An easy way to prepare cabbage

Posted on April 20, 2020April 20, 2020 by admin

Are you looking for ways to use up all that cabbage you bought? Cabbage is a great choice when you’re only shopping once every two weeks because it stays fresh in your fridge for that long. Check out this leftover-friendly recipe to add to your list of go-to meal options: Turkey-Cabbage Cassero...

Balancing structure and flexibility with your family’s daily routines

Posted on April 17, 2020April 16, 2020 by admin

Are you trying to find the right balance between having a daily routine for yourself and your family and being flexible to help cope with the new normal of COVID-19? Our daily work, home and school routines feel like they’re upside down right now. Click here for some tips on creating a f...

Symptoms of Panic Attacks vs. Symptoms of COVID-19 – What’s similar? What’s different?

Posted on April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 by admin

Some people experience feelings of anxiety and panic attacks during times of high stress, such as we are living through now with the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s why it’s important to understand the differences, and similarities, of symptoms of panic attacks compared to symptoms of COVID-19. ...

Keeping kids engaged and learning while sheltering in place

Posted on April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 by admin

Many parents are experiencing at-home work, plus at-home schooling, plus all other at-home life activities, 24/7. It can get intense, right? So, you’re likely looking for ways to keep your children (especially their brains) engaged. Or, maybe you want to find learning re...

Be Aware of Anxiety and Panic Attacks

Posted on April 13, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

The situation with coronavirus and COVID-19 is changing almost daily. This kind of uncertainty and change can lead to fear and anxiety. Anxiety is a feeling of dread, fear, or distress. This can be from a real threat or one that exists in the mind. A panic attack is a brief period of acute anx...

How Walking Can Change Your Life

Posted on April 10, 2020April 7, 2020 by admin

Spring is a great time to get back on that wellness horse, if winter has left you feeling sluggish from lack of exercise. Now is the time! If you are thinking about being more active, a walking program is a tried and true favorite form of physical activity. As an exercise, walking is easy to […]...

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