Life is a Picnic. Be Proactive About The “ANTs”

Think of life as an ongoing picnic. The weather, food and company all play a major role in the quality of the picnic. However, we can be certain that if a bunch of ants show up to the party it’s not a fun time. Those ants in the picnic I referred to are “automatic negative thoughts” or “ANTs.”

We Must Be Proactive About the Mental Health of Our Children - Exercise is Key

We may recognize the physical benefits of regular exercise such as improved strength, flexibility, and overall health, but we don't always acknowledge its profound impact on the mental well-being of our kids.

It’s Time to Change Our “Have To’s” to “Get To’s”

It’s all about changing the narrative in your head, which, honestly, is one of the most important actions you can take in your daily life. Change the “have “to’s” to “get to’s.”

Attract More Abundance in Your Daily Life

Physical health is important and on this website we offer a lot of advice about how to be proactive about it. In addition to physical health, mental fitness and training is just as important and both are necessary in order to enjoy a healthy life.

Be Proactive and Aware Of Your Thoughts

We’ve all heard the saying – The thought of it just makes me sick – when someone is referring to something very unappealing or just downright atrocious. The funny thing about this saying is that maybe there is more truth to it than we really realize. For instance, do our thoughts have the potential to make us physically ill?

Trauma and Your Health – What You Need to Know

Current research suggests that trauma does not impact only our emotional state but can, and often does, negatively impact our physical health for years.

Yet Another Reason Why Dogs Should Be Your Friend!

A recent study conducted by researchers from Konkuk University in South Korea found evidence exhibiting that interacting with dogs can “increase brainwaves associated with stress relief and heightened concentration.”

What You Need to Know About the Postpartum Depression Pill

Postpartum depression affects one in seven mothers. In addition to this, some reports say that more than 30 percent of new mothers with postpartum depression and anxiety already have a mental health issue such as depression before even getting pregnant.

Do You Have Treatment-Resistant Depression? You May Want to Consider Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

There are various options to consider if depression is an issue. This may include lifestyle changes such as nutrition. Antidepressant medication prescribed by your doctor may also be effective. However, some people may have medication resistant depression or treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the solution.

Have The Blues? Consider Ocean Therapy

Many of us have experienced going to the beach, walking past the shoreline and letting the ocean’s water submerge our feet. We take a deep breath, smell the salty air, and exhale. It’s relaxing, rejuvenating and even relieving. I used to casually refer to this experience as ocean therapy.

If You Are Depressed, A Vitamin D Supplement Could Be Life-Saving

President Biden might want to implement vitamin D testing and supplementation for veterans asap. In a recent study of more than one million U.S. veterans, researchers suggested that supplementation with vitamin D3 (animal sources) and D2 (plant sources) was linked to a 45 percent and 48 percent lower risk of suicide and self-harm.

‘Tis The Season…For Seasonal Affective Disorder. Ways You Can Be Proactive.

It’s that time of year. The weather is changing, cold and flu season is here, people are gearing up for the holidays, and the realization that there are only a few days of 2024 remaining is hitting us all. It can be an overwhelming time, and, for some, it can be a sad (pun intended) time.