“Back to school already..but it’s only August!” Yes, it is that time to prepare for the big back to school event. Just like any other event, planning is the key to success. Here are some tips and ideas to start you on the way to making the first day of school the great for [...]
May is Mental Health Month and you may be wondering exactly what that means for you. It’s actually quite simple. You need to know three basic facts. Your mental health is as important as your physical health. Hundreds of studies have shown the direct connection between them. Don’t spend all your time concerned [...]
Heroes are people we look up to! Heroes are creative, courageous, reliable and resourceful. Heroes never give up on problems---they find a way to make a difference for the better. Parents are everyday heroes who undertake a loving commitment to protect, care for and nurture their child to the best of their ability. You [...]
Alcohol is so commonly used in our American culture that we often become desensitized to its effects on our lives and the lives of those around us. After all, a third of the adult population does not drink at all, and another third drink less than once a week. It is not until we [...]
How Are our Foods and Moods Related? You’ve probably read articles about “happy foods.” In brief, our bodies and minds use good foods as the fuel for all our functioning. As the food goes through our miraculous digestive system - our “gut” - we are on to the business of our day, usually not thinking [...]