Another tool I sometimes recommend when financial anxiety manifests physically is to, literally, shake it off. If your heart is racing, your stomach is in knots, or your breathing becomes shallow when thinking about signing up for life insurance at work, say, you can try standing up and shaking your […]
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Do you suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome? These easy exercises may help you feel better, healthier
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome can be a debilitating condition. When you exercise, do so under medical guidance. Photo : iStock Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is a serious, long-term illness that affects several organs and/or organ systems in the body. The condition is also called Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. Ask those who suffer from […]
Face Washes And Cleansing Products That Won’t Make Your Skin Feel Dry
The phrase “squeaky clean” might be one you’ve heard often, but despite its sweet-sounding nature, you don’t actually want your skin to feel squeaky after a cleanse. In fact, that tight and dry feeling could be a sign of a compromised skin barrier, desperate for hydration. Board-certified dermatologist Jennifer David […]
Four simple ways to supercharge your energy and feel less tired
Forming new habits and sustaining them is the foundation of achieving the goals you’ve set for 2022. However, it’s easier said than done when temptation rears its head or you’re set in your ways. An incredible 43% of our everyday actions are done habitually while thinking about something else, so […]
Diets Make You Feel Bad. Try Training Your Brain for Healthy Eating Instead.
If you’re still tempted to try that fad diet, consider this: Evidence suggests that restrictive dieting and rapid weight loss can lead to lasting changes that may slow your metabolism, alter hormones that regulate hunger and hamper efforts to maintain your weight. A weight-reduced body responds differently to food and […]
‘I Have Depression But Don’t Feel Sad’: Why This Is Possible
It’s possible to live with depression and feel happy at the same time. Sadness isn’t the only depression symptom. If you’re living with depression or know someone who is, you may think that the main symptom is a perpetual state of sadness. You might also assume that it’s impossible to […]
How I Feel About My Breasts Now That I’ve Had Breast Cancer Treatment
I’m grateful for my boobs. I love them. Even and especially after feeding three babies with them—one after cancer! I kind of always hated them before. They weren’t the right size or shape; never made me feel like I was enough. When I was diagnosed, so many people had the […]