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Gratitude feeds your mind, body, and soul and is good for your heart

What are you thankful for today? Whether it’s your job, your health, or your family and friends, it is always important to give thanks for what matters the most to you. Gratitude is one of the most important foods needed to help nourish your mind, body, and soul. Yet, it’s only normal that with your […]

How to Silence Your Self-Critic

Learn how to quiet Self-criticism Are you your own worst enemy? Do you find that you constantly criticize, put yourself down, and strongly focus only on your bad qualities? Well, you’re not alone and it happens to a lot of us, many people are prone to self-criticism. Yes, a little self-criticism can be a good […]

The Effects of Stress on the Body: Learn how to manage and reduce stress

Beat Stress Stress is a normal and inevitable part of life. Stress is our body’s reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response. The human body is designed to experience stress and react to it. The body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and emotional responses. Each one of us is programmed […]

Early Heart Health May Influence Future Mental Health

Young hearts are full of hope and promise. However, a recent study suggests that early heart health may influence future mental health. The study focused on resting heart rate and blood pressure. It reveals that young males with higher resting heart rates – above 82 beats per minute—may be at risk for a future diagnosis of mental […]