As children, most of us had that one special item we loved to snuggle. A soft blanket, a stuffed animal or a comfortable pillow might have made us feel safe, calm or comforted. But as we got older, these once… read more
Mind Matters
What floating can do for your mind
Clearing the mind is said to have positive effects on your well-being. Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy (REST) is a process where relaxation and meditation is performed in an environment isolated from sight and sound. The floatation form of this therapy,… read more
New Year, New You – The 60 Day Challenge
BY NICOLE IRVING AND AMANDA ROLAND This challenge can be done in any order on any day and as m any times as you want. It is a starting point to rebooting and refreshing your mind and body for the… read more
Say Bon Voyage To Flight Anxiety
For many, traveling on an airplane is exciting and adventurous, but for some, it’s a nightmare come to life. And, especially in 2020, with the addition of face masks and social distancing in airports and on planes, you might be… read more
Put Your Stress to the Test
Everyone gets stressed. What better way to alleviate your stress symptoms than by taking a fun quiz? Try these quizzes below to learn more about your own stress and ways to manage it. Is there too much stress in your… read more
Hugging for Health
There are few things more comforting than a hug. A fuzzy blanket may engulf you when you are tired, and a steaming cup of tea may soothe you when you are sick, but a hug is always the perfect mode… read more
The Keys to Happiness
There are many factors to consider when thinking about your happiness. Aside from the activities and people that typically bring a smile to your face, there are some things that you might not even realize are contributing to (or detracting… read more
Is Happiness a Choice?
I’m sure most of us have heard the age-old question: Is the glass half empty or half full? Well, it all depends on how you choose to look at it. From when we wake up and pick out our clothes… read more
Breaking Down the Barrier to Accepting Compliments
If it’s happened once, it’s happened a thousand times - you’re in a work meeting and are complimented on a job well done for a project. Except instead of thanking everyone for their kind words, you blush and slunk down… read more
Are Psychedelic Drugs the Medical Future?
Many people think of drugs like LSD (“acid”) and hallucinogenic mushrooms (“shrooms”) as drugs used by peace loving hippies who want to take a “trip” and escape reality. But what about psychedelic drugs being used in microdoses as a treatment… read more