health and wellness
How would you like strategies to reduce negativity, improve your mental health, reduce anxiety, minimize stress and just be all around happier? I think we can all agree that anxiety, negativity and overwhelm are at an all-time high. We notice it when we read the paper, scroll on social media, or even when we talk … Read more
As we recover from the pandemic, how do we take care of our mental health, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and keep hope alive? Have you wondered how to keep hope alive amidst personal, national, and mounting global concerns? Some people are optimistic by nature, but most of us must be intentional about cultivating hope in … Read more
As fiction writer I learn things about the real world during my research journey. One book’s research led me to steps for healthy living, secrets to create a healthy lifestyle, and a knowledge of blue zones. My journey begins when I enrolled in a healthy eating class at church, the instructor William Zahler, author of … 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
Get rid of anxiety, stop the worry, and live free from fear —that might be a wish list for all. My friend shares this sentiment. “I’m sick of it, sick,” she said. “I’m over the bad news. I can’t take all the crazy mess that gets worse every day. When will it stop?” Stop? Yes, … Read more