Want an easy way to get healthier? Step outside. Evidence shows that being exposed to nature can help improve your blood pressure, brain activity, cognitive function, sleep, physical activity and mental health.1 And you don’t have to be a nature enthusiast who spends hours outdoors…
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Studies show that low-impact activities are good for your physical health and overall well-being.1 But what does that look like in everyday life? Well, it can be more than just going to the gym to work out. You can start low-intensity activity by taking advantage…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…