Setting Boundaries in Your Relationships Improves Emotional and Physical Health

Setting Boundaries in Your Relationships Improves Emotional and Physical Health

Setting boundaries is a term that has been floating through the pop-psychology circuit for some time now. As much as it appears like a sophisticated technique to adopt and practice within our relationships, quite simply it is the art of saying no, or setting limits on what you are willing to handle. Unfortunately, there are… [Read Full Story]

Using a Stress Management Checklist to Survive and Thrive

Using a Stress Management Checklist to Survive and Thrive

The funny thing about stress management is that when people are under stress, they genuinely believe there is no time to be healthy, or relax. Yet, a simple 15 minute time investment or an adjustment in attitude is sometimes all it takes to keep it together, and even improve the experience. Interestingly, as little time… [Read Full Story]

Choosing a Preventative Approach to Stress Management: Part One

Choosing a Preventative Approach to Stress Management Part One

Often we can tell when someone is stressed out simply by what they tell us: “I am so overwhelmed. I have too much on my plate. I can’t handle it right now. I can’t keep up. I’m frazzled” “I’m so stressed out. I’m so stressed out. I’m so stressed out.” Repeating these mantras can make… [Read Full Story]

How to get Motivated in the Middle of Winter

How to get Motivated in the Middle of Winter

If you’re someone who at some point had the best of intentions to stay fit and healthy this winter, yet instead you find yourself foggy and unmotivated (and maybe even packing extra weight) you’re not alone. Mid-winter can be a slump time of year for plenty of people. Consider the factors: the holiday whirlwind is… [Read Full Story]

Mixing Work and Fitness: Get in Shape with your Co-Workers

Mixing Work and Fitness: Get in Shape with your Co-Workers

Have you noticed that the thought of working out by yourself isn’t so appealing? Or, have you found that unless you commit to someone else, the chances of you keeping your word on a fitness regime are pretty slim? To tie this factor in with the ubiquitous excuse of “I’m too busy to exercise”, a… [Read Full Story]

New Year’s Resolutions: The Pros and Cons

New Year's Resolutions: The Pros and Cons

As we approach the turning of another year, a collective intention is permeating the consciousness of many; to turn over a new leaf once the holidays have run their course. Eating healthier. More exercise. Losing weight. Quitting bad habits. Reforming finances. Trying new hobbies. Becoming more organized. Improving relationships. Setting goals. Starting Fresh. For many,… [Read Full Story]

Preventing Stress at Work from Becoming a Health Risk

Preventing Stress at Work from Becoming a Health Risk

You may have your life set up as optimally as possible, for example; a well-paying job, comfortable standard of living, good relationships, healthy foods in your pantry and a steady exercise routine. However, there is one key piece to consider that often gets overlooked. Your health is still at risk if your job causes you… [Read Full Story]

Combatting Seasonal Affective Disorder

Combatting Seasonal Affective Disorder

Some people are thrilled by the prospect of winter on the horizon. Snow sports, bundling up, and crisp, white days with sunshine reflecting everywhere. Yet others feel a familiar sense of dread as the days become shorter. Do you feel blue during the winter months? If you’re someone who dreads winter because you’ve felt sad… [Read Full Story]

Preventing Middle Age Weight Gain

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It seems to be common knowledge that the metabolism starts slowing down as one approaches middle age, yet there is also something else that contributes to approximately a pound of weight gain per year after 40, says Boston University School of Medicine`s Caroline Apovian. According to research, people start to lose muscle mass in middle… [Read Full Story]

Resisting the Social Prejudices of Weight Gain

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My body is none of your business. I often think this when people feel so inclined to comment positively when I lose weight. Interestingly, in our culture, people feel comfortable commenting on other’s bodies when flesh diminishes, but not when it expands. “You look great! You’ve lost weight!” Yet if you are so aware of… [Read Full Story]