It’s official. Stress (and the icky effects of it) is now a global health concern. The World Health Organization claims that stress is now considered the health epidemic of the 21st century. According to the Global Organization for Stress, 80% of workers report mid to high levels of stress on the job with half of […]
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Values vs. Shoulds
Our values speak volumes when it comes to understanding our behaviour. Many people want to change only to beat themselves up in the end because it didn’t stick. The idea of change; of losing weight; of eating better; of becoming an exerciser is romantic enough, but our values tend to get in the way of […]
Falling Off the “Resolution Wagon” is Good for Your Health!
It is a common theme in any area of health research — lifestyle makes a big difference. From getting enough sleep and eating your veggies, to managing your stress well and staying socially connected, these factors influence our health in the long run. As we are moving into a new year this is usually the […]
Good Grief
If you are alive, chances are you have experienced loss in your lifetime. The loss of a job, loss of your youth, loss of a friendship, and the ultimate and heart breaking loss of a loved one can leave you with a gaping hole in your heart. I have recently experienced the loss of my […]
Who Is Your Role Model For Health?
What is it to be healthy? Who do you look to for a healthy dose of inspiration? Is it the local fitness leader or personal trainer or do you get motivated by the neighbourhood triathlete? Could it be the woman who dropped 100 pounds in six months that gets you eager to trade in your […]