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7 Ways Gardening Can Improve Health
Gardening has taken off since the pandemic hit. And the benefits are many and varied. From increasing curb appeal to bringing in healthy produce, this hobby benefits those who practice it in a number of healthy ways. 1. Gardening Helps Lower Blood Pressure - The exercise of gardening may help reduce high blood pressure. That's right, we called it exercise. The -National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute-...
June 23, 2020
Unexpected COVID Heroes: Chalk and Teddy Bears
So many of us are struggling right now, searching through the darkness for that light at the end of the tunnel. Times might be tough, but a handful of unexpected heroes are working hard — often in unexpected ways — to bring smiles back into people’s lives. Teddy Bear Scavenger Hunt - Have you noticed an unusual number of teddy bears sitting on display around your neighborhood? It might be more than...
May 15, 2020
Humor is Good for Your Health
Today’s world is stressful, hurried, and days flash by leaving us winded, tired, stressed and humorless.  44% of people in the US frequently feel stressed. Four in ten people say they lack the time to do all they want. According to -news.gallup.com,- 75% of all of our doctor visits are stress-related. How did we get here? Let’s be real! We may always be here. But I wonder if we can be here while feeling...
May 5, 2020
The Effects of Creativity on the Brain
Being creative is more than just fun; it’s actually good for us. Creativity might feel a little different for everyone, but its effects are universal. Being creative can make you happier and more productive, expanding your horizons and possibly even restructuring your brain. It may also be especially beneficial for the mental wellbeing of young people. Let's look at the benefits. Creativity Makes Us...
April 23, 2020
Here’s Why (and How) to Socialize During Quarantine
We, humans, tend to be extremely -social- — thriving in a structured society and growing and advancing through our interactions. Most of us, even introverts, feel happier with at least some socializing in our lives. And this mental-health boost is too often ignored or underrated. It’s important that we feed our social needs despite the current isolation of quarantine and social-distancing. We’re more...
April 6, 2020
It Turns Out, Pessimism is a Health Risk
Pessimism is a world-wide problem, according to the -World Economic Forum. From the United States to South America and around the globe, many people view things as being worse than they really are. Importantly, it’s an interesting phenomenon with real-life consequences. The truth is, personal levels of pessimism/optimism could impact health and quality of life. And it may even shorten your lifespan....
February 11, 2020