Wellness

Hardcore aerobic exercise and strength training is not the only way to achieve optimal physical and mental well-being. There are a variety of ways in which you can pursue a healthy lifestyle without pushing your body to the point of exhaustion. The key is to find activities that promote physical …

Going “green” has become more than just an environmental statement — it’s practically a pop culture phenomenon. “The earth is dying!” sentimental ads scream at you. “Save our oceans!” cry pictures of choked sea turtles and trapped sea birds. What kind of monster would dare to do these things? You, …

Almost everyone has trouble getting out of bed on a weekday morning. But there are a few simple habits you can establish to keep the grogginess at bay and set your day off on the right foot. Don’t hit the snooze button. Oh the dreaded snooze button! Half of Americans …

When you look in the mirror what do you see? Do you see your flaws and blemishes or your beauty and potential? Many people have no problem reciting hundreds of flaws, but struggle to list off just a few good qualities or things they love about themselves. How can you …

How did you learn to be a parent? And how do you know when your parenting is helping to create a wise and capable future adult and when it is getting in the way? Having spent years working with parents, I see some repeating parenting styles – some productive, many …

Our world speaks at us. It tells us what is valuable, what success looks like, what to believe, what to drive, how to live and on and on… With so many “directives” coming at us, how do we help our kids discover, develop and live who they really are? We …

We want our kids to succeed in life. That seems reasonable and loving. But the way we encourage them to get to that success may be unreasonable and unrealistic and do more harm than good. We want our kids to have straight As in school, get accepted to best colleges, …

What do your kids really need from you? Is it to have a nice house and a day full of activities? Is it to have healthy food and holiday celebrations? Is it to have regular vacations and nice clothes? Is it to have new technology and spending money? This is …

Having a child is a joyful and glorious experience for anyone, but for some people, it isn’t always the perfect time. When you’re aware that you’re not ready for children, doing what you can to avoid getting pregnant can be the best idea for you and your partner. Whether you’re …

The Plan B pill is used when a woman has unprotected sex and fear of pregnancy is constantly on her mind. As one OBGYN doctor told me – “Have no fear, the Plan B pill will take care of any mistakes and save the day.” Even more, this doctor told …