The practice of gratitude and appreciation reduces stress and aggression, new studies show. This makes sense: Allowing ourselves to be thankful for what we have places the focus on the importance of our existence and our inherent worth. Being thankful also connects us to one another, because gratitude is often directed to the people in our lives who have affected us in positive ways. Perhaps … [Read more...]
The Day of the Dead: Come celebrate
The Day of the Dead is just that -- a holiday on which deceased family and friends are remembered and celebrated. In Mexico, "Día de los Muertos" is taken so seriously that it ranks as a national holiday. Nothing creepy about the Day of the Dead, even though it occurs right after Halloween. Friendly sugar skulls and bright yellow marigolds play a big part in this celebration of life. The … [Read more...]
Getting creative with your inner child
Staying connected to our inner child -- or as Carl Jung would say, our 'eternal child' -- provides an expansion of who we are both emotionally and creatively. There are great rewards in preserving the rights of the little one within us. By treating ourselves with kindness and compassion -- providing gentle and steady encouragement -- our psyches are more inclined to maintain a sense of wonder … [Read more...]
What is it about Rusty, Fido and Mimi?
We all love our cats and dogs and pets of all shapes, sizes and breeds. We are a nation of pet lovers, and for good reason. Studies show pets improve our wellness and mood. They offer relief from depression and isolation, thus strengthening our immune systems. No wonder we love our pets. But there is more to this story than meets the eye. In many ways, our animals are extensions of … [Read more...]
Keeping your cool in the dog days of summer
Hot enough for you? Heat and irritability both spike in the summer months. Tempers rise right along with those thermometer readings. The FBI reports that July and August are the worst months for crime, especially incidents of domestic violence. Why are we more likely to be cross in the summer? Any number of things could be in the mix. Difficulty sleeping. Heat-related disruptions of the … [Read more...]
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