Around this time of year when the weather is cold and icky, one should think about their immune health as well as their mental health. Taking steps to keep your immune system healthy and your mental stress at bay can help reduce the chances of you falling ill. No one... Continue Reading →
I have been volunteering with the Crisis Text Line since the beginning of November, I did all my training in October, and I have been loving the experience. The training was incredibly helpful, but I was still nervous about that first conversation with a texter. Although I was anxious, I knew exactly how to talk... Continue Reading →
Winter is hitting us and it is FREEZING outside! Along with the snow, there seems to be a lack of sunshine and Vitamin D filling us with joy, leaving somoe of us feeling unmotivated, tired, and sad. Without the sun pouring the warmth and energy we thrive on in the summer, what can we do... Continue Reading →
In my last blog, ‘Reset With A Good Night’s Rest’, I wrote about the signs and symptoms of sleep deprivation. If any of that information resonated with you enough to become concerned with your sleeping habits, then the next question you may have is, “What can I do to get a good night’s sleep”? Well,... Continue Reading →
One of the best feelings in the world is waking up from a quality sleep. Whether it’s a deep sleep through the night or a power nap to rejuvenate you in the middle of the day, nothing resets you quite like a good quality rest. However, with all the hustle and bustle... Continue Reading →
Berries are high in antioxidants and incorporating them into a smoothie is a terrific way to begin your day, while providing your body with the tools to fight free radicals. The smoothie recipe below incorporates ingredients that have antioxidant power. The prime sources of antioxidants are green, leafy vegetables. If you are new to eating... Continue Reading →
As we bid 2018 goodbye, my time as an Olive Branch Counseling Associates Intern is also coming to an end. Looking back on the previous year, I see that my time spent here has been such a large part of it. So much of my life has changed... Continue Reading →
When it comes to making healthy changes in one’s life, the task can seem daunting when taken on all at once. When small changes are implemented here and there, it can make a world of difference and it can seem less overwhelming. Also, you may have a better chance... Continue Reading →
It’s a new year and time for new beginnings. This is a time of year when many people want to make fresh starts and get jump starts on goals they have been thinking about for a while. Just because the year has already started does not mean you are already behind. There... Continue Reading →
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