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Stress During Pregnancy

Being pregnant and stressed is the worst combination for the physical and mental health of the mom and the unborn child. Research shows that whatever the mom is feeling, it indirectly affects the fetus through a change of hormone levels. Spiritually, mood also affects the entire body, which can impact the development of the fetus…
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Reconnect with Your Inner Child

Sometimes the struggles that come with adulthood require a childlike perspective. If we open ourselves up to childlike joy and enthusiasm, we can renew our energy and become more optimistic about life. Children fill their day with games, laughter, and their imagination. If we follow their example and embrace the child within each of us,…
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Join or Start a Dream Club

Book clubs have become popular in our culture. They can help you meet new people, discuss intellectual topics, and grow in your own wisdom. Now, people across the country are taking extra steps to learn more about others and themselves in a new trend called dream clubs. Dream clubs are similar to book clubs. Groups…
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A Purr-fect Travel Companion

A scottish bicyclist named Dean Nicholson has a new best friend as well as a purr-fect travel companion. One day while he was biking near a border in the Balkans in the area of Bosnia and Montenegro, something caused him to stop.  “I was going up a steep hill with my music blaring out of…
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April is Stress Awareness Month

Feeling stressed due to tax season? Are you anxious about an upcoming graduation? Feeling the pressure of planning and organizing family and holiday events like Easter and spring break stress? You’re in luck! April is known as Stress Awareness Month, making the next 28 days a perfect opportunity to follow these simple steps to conquer…
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Honey Makes Your Allergies Go Away

Tired of sneezing, coughing, and red eyes? Spring has sprung and you must be tired of visiting expensive allergist/doctors/specialists and taking over-the-counter (OTC) drug after drug and incessant visits to the health food store. All this takes time, energy and money. Instead of feeling miserable and resorting to OTC or prescription anti-histamines, try nature’s solution…
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Alleviating Stress as a Family

Vacation is coming to an end and kids are heading back to school. How do you mediate the stress from work and having to manage you and your kids’ stresses from school? When stressors collide, upsetting situations are created that often lead to anger, misunderstanding, and resentment. There are many tips for alleviating stress as…
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5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins

Mel Robbins has some of the most amazing advice. She calls it the 5 second rule. She suggests that when you feel a sliver of hesitation you should give yourself 5 seconds to react because if you don’t your brain will stop you from doing anything risky because that’s the way the feedback loops have…
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Follow Your Heart… Your Brain Is Stupid

This motivational video urges you to alway follow your heart. As it explains, we should all pay close attention to our feelings. No matter how good something looks, if it doesn’t feel right, it’s not. It’s okay to walk away. If it doesn’t feel right, chances are it is NOT right. Trust yourself and follow your…
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It’s 3 AM and You’re Awake?

You’re Awake and You Are Not Alone It’s 3 AM. Are you still awake? Don’t worry you’re not alone. Over half the adult population has sleep problems or aren’t getting enough sleep. Fortunately, there are many natural sleep remedies that you can use for a peaceful night sleep. What’s the best solution? Self care and stress…
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