While striving for excellence and staying productive are commendable goals, there's a point where overdoing it can backfire, taking a significant toll on our brain and mental health.
The Hidden Cost of the Hustle: Pushing Too Hard
Brain fog and Nutrition
Your diet has a direct impact on how well your brain functions. By prioritizing nutrient-rich foods and avoiding inflammatory triggers, you can sharpen your focus, enhance memory, and eliminate brain fog.
The Science Behind Smiling: Transforming the Body from Within
There are days when a smile feels effortless and others when smiling feels almost impossible. Even in those moments when we force a grin, something remarkable happens beneath the surface. That small expression has the power to shift our biochemistry, recalibrate our mood, and refresh the body at a cellular level. Smiling is not just …
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The Healing Power of Writing
We all know that feeling: our mind is a jumbled mess of thoughts, worries, and feelings. But what about the feeling that comes after? That deep exhale when we dump everything onto a page and we find ourselves breathing again. That sense of calm is not an accident; it is the power of writing in …
Simple Daily Practices to Check in With Your Emotional Wellness
Taking care of your mental health doesn’t require a complete life overhaul. Practice these small daily practices to remain grounded, self-aware, and emotionally balanced throughout your day.
Connection Between Adolescent Sleep Disorders and Social Media
As adolescents spend increasing amounts of time on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, the effects on their sleep patterns are becoming more apparent and concerning.
How to Help Your High Schooler Develop Essential Executive Functioning Skills
High school can be a time of intense growth and transition for teens and executive functioning skills are essential to helping them thrive. For some high schoolers, however, executive functioning skills may need to be actively supported. As parents, we can play a crucial role in helping our teens build these skills, setting them up for greater success in high school and beyond.
What is Chronic Sleepiness and How to Combat it
Sleep is essential for health and well-being, By identifying the underlying causes of chronic sleepiness and making intentional lifestyle changes, you can begin to restore your energy and promote optimal overall health.
The Role of Dopamine in Mental Health
Imbalances in dopamine activity have been associated with various mental health issues, including depression, addiction, and neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s Disease. Achieving the right balance involves a combination of lifestyle choices, including diet, exercise, and stress management, as well as potential medical interventions.
Hooked and Distracted: How Social Media Scrolling is Shortening Our Attention Span
Social media scrolling, while entertaining, can subtly erode our ability to focus and sustain attention. With intentional habits and mindful practices, it’s possible to regain control over our attention span and our mental health.
Serotonin: The Key to Balanced Mood and Mental Well-being
Serotonin plays an essential role in regulating mood, sleep, and overall mental health. By incorporating lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, healthy eating, and stress management techniques, you can maintain adequate serotonin levels and promote emotional well-being. Remember, taking care of your mental health is an ongoing process.
The Overlap Between Mental Health Symptoms and Medical Conditions
By recognizing the potential for symptom overlap in mental and physical health, and advocating for comprehensive evaluations, patients and healthcare providers can work together to ensure that both physical and mental health are appropriately addressed.
Navigating the Transition to the Empty Nest
Transitioning to an empty nest is undoubtedly a significant life change, filled with mixed emotions and opportunities for growth. By embracing this season with openness and purpose, you can create a fulfilling and meaningful chapter that celebrates both your journey and the continued growth of your children.
Stressed and Forgetful: How Chronic Stress Impacts Your Memory
By understanding the connection between stress and memory, we can adopt strategies to manage stress and protect our cognitive health. Prioritizing mental health through mindfulness, exercise, sleep, diet, and social support can help mitigate the detrimental effects of chronic stress on memory, leading to a healthier and more fulfilling life.
The Science Behind Middle School Mood Swings
Middle school children face a host of physical, social, and emotional changes as they transition from childhood to adolescence. Understanding why they struggle with emotion regulation and knowing how to support them can help parents, teachers, and caregivers navigate these challenging years with greater empathy and effectiveness.
