It is time again for daylight savings time! No more darkness at 4:30 p.m. for awhile and instead, brighter days and nights for us all. After a long, cold winter in the Midwest, it is a joy to experience some warmth. For many, daylight saving also brings an upward swing for moods all around. In... Continue Reading →
This Is Your Brain On…
Have you ever wondered why you feel warm and fuzzy while listening to your favorite music? Or why disrupted sleep or lack of food leads to moodiness and irritability? The answers to both of these questions (along with a million others) are located, quite literally, in our brains. Learning about the complexities of our brains... Continue Reading →
Turkey and Cashew Stir-Fry Recipe
During this time of year, we always seem to be overflowing with turkey. Good thing turkey is a great way to boost our mood and help fight depressive symptoms. It's also a good thing that there are plenty of websites that provide turkey recipes. Here is a quick stir-fry recipe from Good Housekeeping that also... Continue Reading →