How strong is your urge to “do the right thing”? Whether we’re talking about the small-but-good deed of returning your shopping cart to its proper place at the grocery store, or something a little more impactful like volunteering at the local soup kitchen, conscience plays a role. So is there a way to give it […]
How One Little Gadget Helped Us Get Healthy This Summer
Use the 1/2 rule. Aim for 1/2 as much protein and carbohydrates while doubling your servings of vegetables and fruit… …walk around inside your house, or even outside, while talking on the phone… …or drink a tall glass of water before you eat – it’s easy to mistake thirst for hunger. Over the last two […]
Can Mindfulness Change Your Brain Structure?
Gray. A color often associated with negative things such as aging, ambiguity, and bad weather… But there’s one place where more gray is good – and that’s in your brain. A higher concentration of gray matter in certain areas of the brain is correlated with higher intelligence. So now the question is, how do you […]
How to Stay Ahead of the Changes in Our Professions
Many of us were drawn to our profession because we wanted to help people . . . . . . but what happens when fewer and fewer people seek your help? With the economy and people having busier lives, a lot of practices are starting to see a steady decline in clients coming in on […]
Mindfulness Works – Here’s the Evidence
When it comes to introducing mindfulness, people often have a lot of preconceived notions, along with plenty of objections about why the practice won’t work for them. The range of protests can go from “I just don’t have enough focus” all the way to “This simply won’t work for me.” If you’ve ever had a […]