Want to Feel Better? Spend Time Outdoors!

Have you ever noticed that walking your dog, walking to lunch, or watching the leaves flutter in the wind makes you feel better? Ecopsychology studies the relationship between humans and nature, and it’s no surprise that harmony with nature helps reduce stress and aids in relaxation. But did you know that immersion in nature also benefits our physical health?

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Train Your Brain to Ditch Bad Habits and Form New, Better Ones

Have you ever found yourself driving straight to work on the weekend, when you really meant to go to the store? Your mind learns to do certain things, like drive the same path from home to work, on autopilot to conserve energy. That’s great, unless you’re trying to break a habit that’s not serving you well! It is possible, however, to train your brain to ditch bad habits and form new, better ones.

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Tune in to the Podcast, "What is My Body Letting Me Know?"

In this episode of It’s a Brain Changer, hosts Kelly and Darlene discuss the different ways our bodies talk to us. Sharing stories about their own experiences with pain and what it meant in their lives, they explain how your body tries to get your attention when you’re not listening, such as when stress and emotional pain become physical pain and illness.

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Upgrade Your Life With an Attitude of Gratitude

Changing your mindset can truly change your life. As Marcy Axness, Ph.D., says in her article, Gratitude, Upgrade Your Life, “When we focus our consciousness toward gratitude, beauty and communion, we weave peace into our very cells. This isn’t just flowery sentiment; this comes from leading-edge research in the fields of positive psychology and mind-body science.”

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Meet Kelly Summersett & Darlene Mew, Hosts of the Podcast Series, “It’s a Brain Changer!”

We recently sat down with the hosts of a new podcast, “It’s a Brain Changer!”, to see what happens when you pair a life, health and happiness coach with a mental health counselor and adjunct psychology professor. Read on to see what drives them to motivate their listeners about health, happiness, weight loss and more.

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8 Choices for a Healthier Pregnancy

We are watching epidemics of chronic disease unfold all around us, and we know that these problems are environmentally driven. Some of us are certainly more sensitive than others, but our growing babes deserve some thoughtful consideration and conscious consumerism. I tell my friends and patients that it is like stepping outside into a freezing blizzard: Even if you only put on a couple layers of clothes, it’s still a whole lot better than being naked. Here are some proverbial layers to put on.

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Breathe Deep

Intentional breathing can benefit your social interactions. Here’s how…

Did you know that chronic stress can harm your relationships? It’s true. Studies have shown that when stressed, you are more likely to be anxious, depressed, irritable, stubborn, pessimistic, and have a hard time communicating effectively. But there is hope. Changing how you breathe can reduce the negative impact of stress, and help you interact with others with ease. Here’s what you need to know.

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Chiropractic and Athletes

Athletes have been benefiting from Chiropractic care for many years; however, it has only recently been receiving attention from the media. Athletes of all types, from the weekend warrior to the world-class athlete, utilize Chiropractic because it is a drug-free way to better health and performance.

Chiropractic adjustments help ensure that the body functions as efficiently as possible, which can maximize healing and recovery from all types of injuries.

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