Healthy Living

Sudoku

Worried About Your Memory? Stimulate Your Brain!

Where did I leave my keys? What is her name again? The word is on the tip of my tongue . . . just give me a second.

Hot air balloon

How to Add Adventure to Your Life

Dreaming of being swept away on a magic carpet, or floating off across the deep blue sea on a ship with billowing sails? Even if your next scheduled excursion is limited to a grocery store run for yogurt and strawberries, there are ways to infuse your life with adventure.

Imagination

Top 3 Tips for Unlocking Your Imagination

Top 3 Tips for Unlocking Your Imagination

Move yourself
See everything as transitory
Embrace limitations

 

airplane

Can Noise Make You Sick?

Sometimes noise pollution is unavoidable, but much of it we actually create, not realizing it could be damaging our health. It may be time to explore the healing sounds of silence.

Conflict

10 Tips for Resolving Conflict Effectively

As hard as we try to avoid it, conflict is actually a necessary part of life. Learning to deal with it positively can make you a happier person, and help you deepen and grow your relationships.

St. john's wort.

Top 3 Drug-Free Mood Boosters

St. John’s wort

5-HTP

SAMe

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Long Road Home: The Health Consequences of Commuting

The number of workers commuting long distance has increased dramatically in many major cities. But what are the health ramifications, and how can you offset those dangers? Here’s some practical advice.

Connect with nature

The Nature Prescription

Spending time in nature not only makes us happier, it can also make us live longer. Here are five ways connecting with nature can help make us healthier.

Road rage

Cool Your Temper

There’s a lot in the world to be angry about: animal cruelty, environmental degradation, social injustice and plain, simple rudeness are just a few of the things that can make even the most placid person get hot under the collar. Here’s how to keep your emotions under control.

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Hot air balloon

How to Add Adventure to Your Life

Dreaming of being swept away on a magic carpet, or floating off across the deep blue sea on a ship with billowing sails? Even if your next scheduled excursion is limited to a grocery store run for yogurt and strawberries, there are ways to infuse your life with adventure.

Imagination

Top 3 Tips for Unlocking Your Imagination

Top 3 Tips for Unlocking Your Imagination

Move yourself
See everything as transitory
Embrace limitations

 

Sad girl

Identifying Childhood Eating Disorders

We all want our children to grow up with healthy eating habits, but unfortunately poor eating habits are rampant and childhood eating disorders are on the rise. A naturopathic eating disorder expert offers help for recognizing the signs.

Vacation

Traveling Together: Relationship Builder or Killer?

 The picture-perfect vacation is something of a myth for many couples. Use these expert tips to prepare for the journey and make the kind of memories you’ll cherish for years to come.

Fire Extinguisher

Top Three Tips for Home Safety

Home Safety Tips
Know Your Castle  
Mind the Gaps 
Drill, baby, drill

Wall clock

Do It Now: Best Ways to Stop Procrastinating

Procrastination can actually be an insidious form of self-sabotage. Willpower expert Kelly McGonigal offers her tips for tackling the tasks we dread most.

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The 30-Minute Solution to Better Brain Function

Meditation doesn't just make you feel more calm and grounded—a rash of new studies shows it can actually change the shape of your brain. It strengthens areas of the brain associated with empathy, memory and enhanced cognitive functioning. 

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Is Trying to Get Pregnant Ruining Your Sex Life?

Sometimes tensions can run high when the goal of sex is to have a baby. What do you do if trying to get pregnant is ruining your sex life? Ask someone who's been through it!

Yoga

Boost Mental Health With Yoga

Research shows that yoga can soothe your nervous system and increase your ability to skillfully and therapeutically manage emotions.

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