One easy, daily practice can heal your body, diminish destructive thoughts and emotions, and transform your relationships. What simple habit can you develop to achieve victory through life’s trials? Keeping a daily gratitude journal. Dr. Robert Emmons, the world’s leading scientific expert on gratitude, has conducted studies with hundreds of people, often having them keep a … Read more
“You’re a caregiver? Make sure you take care of yourself too.” As a caregiver for my husband, Tom, who has a young-onset dementia, I’ve often heard those words of wisdom. But since I work full time from home while bearing the extra responsibilities of caregiving, I had one big question: How? Caregiving for someone who … Read more
Most of us know cultivating a healthy lifestyle means incorporating exercise, better food choices, and caring for our mental health. But now we are learning that having close friendships can also contribute to healthy living. So how does this work? How can friendship affect our health? Read on to learn how friendships contribute to healthy … Read more
Picking out an interesting book can be challenging. That’s why I created this list of 12 books to read in 2021. My book club always selects outstanding books, so I am passing along the best ones to you. Since I am a healthy living expert, I’ve added some healthy lifestyle books for the body, mind, … Read more
Nothing impacts a family more than the sting of cancer or a life-threatening disease. In 1930, the cancer rates were one in thirty. For today’s children, the rates are now one in two for getting cancer in their lifetime. In 2020, COVID-19 was the third leading cause of death behind cancer and heart disease. Research … Read more