Pain is Personal Each individual with chronic pain will struggle in their own way: emotionally, mentally, and physically. Pain is identified as chronic when it lasts six months or longer. It may be constant, it may come and go, it may heal, or unfortunately last a...
Healthy Coping Skills make for Good Mental Health. Children with strong Coping Skills will grow up knowing that they can care for themselves in times of need and manage their emotions in a healthy and intentional way. These skills aren’t just for children, they...
You shouldn’t NEED to reach for that afternoon pick-me-up *ahem* coffee…sugars…afternoon snacks. Many people think they’re fatigued in the afternoon due to lack of sleep but, for many people, it’s caused by blood sugar imbalance. How to...
Massage Therapy isn’t just for relaxation… though it can be very relaxing. Massage Therapy causes changes in the body that: Trigger the relaxation response Boost the immune system Reduce muscle tension Stimulate of the production of endorphins Increase...
Stress CAN be our friend… in small quantities. Stress releases the hormone cortisol which is a coping mechanism. Cortisol has potent anti-inflammatory properties which are beneficial to us in small doses. In blocking the inflammatory response it suppresses our...
