Protecting Against COVID-19: Back-to-Work Edition

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives temporarily, and in other cases has permanently altered our day-to-day lives. In fact, one of the top problems is the unemployment crisis right now, where the rates were last reported to be at 14.7% in the United States. The danger of working in an office space led to […]

How Stress Can Affect Gut Health and Bring On Autoimmune Diseases

The immune system is a complex defense structure. Research has come a long way in understanding many of the mysteries surrounding autoimmunity and the 100-plus diseases that fall under its umbrella. However, there are still plenty of questions that remain. Over 50 million people in the United States are estimated to have an autoimmune disease, […]

Reaching Out to Depressed Teenagers

I’m concerned about teenagers in today’s world. In November of 2018, just over a year ago, The Washington Post reported on the skyrocketing rates of depression in American youth: A new report on the state of mental health in the United States says that in recent years, there have been “alarming” increases in major depression in youth. […]

Office Health Survival Tips for Flu Season

The workplace can represent different things for different people: a means to provide for the family, an opportunity to be part of a team and work toward a common goal, a way to give back to the community and the list goes on. But one common thread between office buildings, geographical areas, teams, and industries […]

Anxiety: It’s Not Just About Stress

Stress is the way your body is attempting to cope and adapt to a situation. A work deadline, getting your kids to school on time or worrying about making ends meet. While having some stress can actually be a good thing as it can motivate you to get out of bed, go to the gym […]

Three Practical Ways to Manifest Goals

Decembers bring snow, holiday parties, and gift-giving. They also usher in a kind of stress unique to the end of the year. We begin reflecting on all the goals we set for ourselves over twelve months and which have been achieved. Any time we focus attention, work and investment toward a goal that brings little […]