Looking for practical encouragement when you’re blue

It can be just plain tough this time of year. It’s post-holidays. The evenings get dark quickly. And, for many of us, rain or snow dominates the forecast. Doctors’ offices even see more seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Because it is understandable that we might be feeling blue this time of year, it is a perfect time to talk through practical …

How About a New Year Habit?

It happens every year. People, ourselves included, are talking and planning for their new year, new plans, new resolutions. Some of these resolutions can be multi-step projects. Frankly, it’s too much and often too hard to keep up. How about doing a new year habit instead? It’s like a resolution but simple. Let’s break it down. Think of four categories: …

Increase Antioxidants. Increase Brain Health.

School is starting! How can we support our kids brain health? What if I told you there was a way you could support your brain capacity and health?! Well, it is the start of school; a logical time to introduce the amazing brain-supporting antioxidant. An antioxidant is “a substance (such as beta-carotene or vitamin C) that inhibits oxidation or reactions …