Holiday cheer is often overshadowed by the stress of the season. And when you’re trying to stay on track health-wise, stress can throw you off your game. The key is to manage that stress in smart, calming, helpful ways.1 Here’s how you can stay on track with…
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Have you heard of the term “burnout”? It’s a state of mental and physical exhaustion due to prolonged stress. Burnout was first talked about in relation to stress in the workplace. The World Health Organization even classified burnout as an “occupational phenomenon.”1 Now, burnout goes beyond…
Navigating cold and flu season is complicated. No one enjoys being sick. You want your loved ones to stay healthy too. The key to avoiding illness is taking care of yourself in different ways. Did you know that your mental state, especially stress, affects your…
Watching parents age is hard. Stepping in to be their caregiver can be even harder: It’s hard emotionally. Role reversal can evoke fear, sadness and frustration. It’s hard mentally. Adults caring for a parent most likely already have very full plates. This addition to one’s…
You’re trimming the crusts off your child’s sandwich. Your dog is howling over his empty food bowl. You’re making cupcakes for a work party. You’re worried you won’t get to the community garden in time to water the tomatoes. Uh-oh, you’ve said “yes” to more…
How full is your plate? What’s on your mind? And not just what’s front and center—we’re talking about everything you have to think about to function every day. Now, consider how you feel about those things. All of this makes up your mental load. It’s…
Life can be hard. Everyday activities may bring situations that cause stress. But there are ways to deal with it before it harms you. It’s sneaky—our body often tells us we’re stressed before our mind realizes we may be heading into trouble. Do you have…
What is mindfulness? According to the American Psychological Association, “mindfulness” is the awareness of one’s internal states and surroundings.1 Practicing mindfulness is about focusing on the moment. You let go of distracting thoughts to help reach a state of calm.2 It might look like this:…