[…] live stream starting May 9. Think “video gamer” and many will stereotypically assume these are either aimless kids or adult children living out of their parent’s basement, eating potato chips and soda for hours with game consoles in their hands, eyes glued to monitor screens. But did you know 70 percent of America’s households […]
[…] a reason—they shake the foundations of what people believe about their communities. People start to wonder: Are our children safe in schools? Are we as moviegoers safe eating our popcorn and candy? While the actual risk that someone will experience one of these events is very small, our collective fear is immense. When an […]
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[…] to enjoy when you were well. Stay connected. Keep in contact with family and friends. Exercise regularly, even if it’s just a short walk. Stick to regular eating and sleeping habits. Accept that you might have depression and adjust your expectations. You may not be able to accomplish as much as you used to. […]
[…] many ways to feel better. Talking to a licensed psychiatrist can make a huge difference and there are so many effective medications out there. Exercise and healthy eating can help too, as can opening up to and spending more time with family members, close friends and pets. In fact: Did you know that dogs […]
[…] prescribing: Improved participants’ self-confidence, resilience and problem-solving skills Reduced social isolation Increased physical activity and had a positive impact on health issues such as weight loss and eating habits Dr. Suzanne Moffatt of Newcastle University says: “This is the first time that these non-medical interventions have been fully analyzed for physical [and mental] health […]
[…] for men is to be some kind of impenetrable mountain of muscle that feels no pain and has no emotion. If we’re not hunting or fighting or eating a bloody, rare steak, then we’re not men. As a kid, I idolized the manly behemoths on TV. From Arnold Schwarzenegger to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, […]
We’re taught a lot of myths when we’re children: “If you cross your eyes, they’ll get stuck!” “You can’t go swimming for 30 minutes after eating!” “If you touch a toad, you’ll get warts!” We’re also taught myths about relationships, like: “Compromise is key!” “Just be yourself!” “There is a ‘right’ person out there […]
[…] my negative feelings with exercise, diet and routine. I’ve been in therapy for six months now. I’m still working on staying up past my bedtime without panicking, eating cupcakes without judging myself and doing things without fixating on the change in routine. But I don’t isolate myself anymore. Anxiety still visits often, but I’m […]
[…] and meditate. By the time I return from work, I’m usually physically and mentally exhausted. If I have the strength, I’ll go for a quick run. Exercising, eating healthy, and the support from my family has helped me stay resilient in these times. My family has been a pillar of strength during this time. […]
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