For many of you, the first thing you do in the morning is to reach for your phone. In the evening, you may seem to do the same. It’s hard not to look at social media, check your email, or get wrapped up in work projects when you have everything Read more…
“A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.” ~ William Arthur Ward Did you know that smiling and laughter have the power to relieve anxiety, boost our mood, and help strengthen relationships? Many studies have shown that a smile is all we need to contribute to a happy and Read more…
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” ~ Maya Angelou With 24/7 news channels and smartphones beeping every ten seconds in our pockets, we live in a world of distractions. Bombarded by news, tethered to work, it’s harder than ever to find a moment of Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “Retirement is a time to enjoy the things you never could before.” Retirement is supposed to bring some of the happiest years of our lives. We no longer have to work every day, or deal with stressful demands from our job. We can just relax and Read more…
Migraines are a common problem for many. They aren’t only painful, but can cause many other health concerns, including increasing your risk for strokes and heart attacks. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to treat them. One of these is with the use of mindfulness meditation. Below you’ll discover more Read more…
By Naked Nutrition Most of us are aware of the many physical health benefits of exercise, such as lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and weight control. But did you know that exercise can also improve your mental health? Here are 8 science based mental health benefits you can also expect Read more…
“Your body can stand almost anything. It’s your mind that you have to convince.” I ballooned up to 202 pounds earlier this year and couldn’t stand it. I had weighed about 182 for most of my adult life, and felt comfortable at that weight. As a professional speaker and author, Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “You don’t know who you are until you’ve faced real adversity.” ~ Dan Gasby The COVID-19 pandemic is presenting many of us with one of the greatest challenges of our lives. While it may be difficult for some of us to deal with, it is during Read more…
Months from now, hopefully, the coronavirus pandemic will be over. Then, we must embrace the notion that we are fortunate to be on earth at this time. Ours is the first era where people can largely take charge of their own health. Thanks to an abundance of resources, available primarily Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “When a man is prey to his emotions, he is not his own master.” ~ Benedict de Spinoza Do you ever wish you could understand your emotions better? Most of us do. However, those who have good emotional awareness are few. Many of us live our Read more…