We all have that voice in our heads but is it doing more harm than good? Doom scrolling, meaning obsessively scanning your world and media for bad news. It triggers the release of stress hormones that can affect your mental and physical health. Is it undermining reasoning and decision making? University of Michigan Psychologist, Ethan Kross, writes on how to change to a better perception. The past few years of “all negative” chatter have brought out two feelings that weaken…
For many, there is a deep sense of weariness at this time of year. If you are looking for a boost, you are not alone. Frustrations and anxiety come at us from many angles, relentlessly it seems. Winter months, surviving the holidays lead the pack. Looking to increase your “Surge Capacity”? How to gain resilience? Remember sharing a problem is half the solution. Reach out and you will get more back than you give. Live Healthy
Novelty refers to the quality of being new, original, or unique. Incorporating novelty into your daily life can have numerous cognitive benefits, including improved learning, memory, problem-solving skills, and overall brain health. Engaging in new activities or experiences regularly can positively impact cognition for several reasons: Neuroplasticity: When you expose yourself to new experiences, you stimulate different areas of the brain and encourage the formation of new neural pathways. This process, known as neuroplasticity, helps to keep the brain agile…
Decisions: Hats, Haircuts and Tattoos This concept is from a psychologist James Clear. He has an intriguing way of simplify seemingly the obvious. Have a baseline for each day by making these simple decisions. As we move throughout our day, there are three levels of decisions we make each and every day. During most of your day decisions are like hats. Try one and if you don’t like it, toss it aside. The cost of a mistake is low, so…
A healthy diet is the bodies best support system. We eat every day, so let your foods feed your healthy side. Read Labels to ensure you are getting the right mix. Nothing can guarantee that you won’t get colds or flu this winter. Food that help your immune system can fend off the germs. So, eat well, eat colorfully and grow those antibodies. So, when you do need ‘em, you have a good solid supply.
Taking care of your physical self is vital, but it is equally important that you tend to your emotional health. Try to incorporate the following into your daily routine. Stay socially active with friends and family and within your community. Stay physically active with regular exercise, or just keep moving throughout your day Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet — dump the junk food in favor of fiber-rich, low-fat, and low-cholesterol eating. Check out Mediterranean food selection No late-night meals before…
Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy recent advisory to the public was that social isolation is linked to an increased risk of death and impending dementia. “Social isolation is as dangerous to your as smoking 15 cigarettes a day “. Socialization is crucial for our well-being, promoting mental, emotional, and physical health. Here are some ways to customize your socialization strategies based on your interests and comfort levels. Make the effort. Try one a week. Just Do! It’s important to consider…
Tips from the National Institute of Mental Health………Practice makes a habit. Don’t Be Afraid: Switch Up Traditions Don’t pressure yourself into trying to keep up with things that you did years ago. It’s okay to relax and let some things go. This will be better for your mental health in the long run. Say Yes! If you simply get started on doing an activity or attending a social gathering, you may feel better once you get there. You may see…
Ok. Here is a Halloween Dare! Learn your Body Mass Index (BMI)! Calculate your BMI to better understand your need for healthy choices. Take your weight and multiple times 703 ……145 x 703 = 101,935 Divide that number 101,935 by your in inches 65 101,935 divided by 65 = 1,568.23077 Divide 1,568.23077 again by your height in inches 65 = 24.12 = your BMI Now, here is often the SCARY PART. These are just numbers but use them, as a…
Falls brings slow cooking. Think whole grains to add anti-aging benefits. The entire kernel of grain must be listed to qualify as “whole grain”. Read label carefully, if the label says “refined whole grains”, the bulk of the fiber, iron and nutrients are removed. Freekeh is a type of grain that is harvested young and is usually sold roasted and cracked, giving it a smokey flavor and is one of the highest in protein, with 8 grams in ¾ of…