Outdoor play has been declining for years, but maybe the pandemic can help turn things around. Children and adults are spending more time outside, where the risk of infection is lower compared to indoor spaces. However, there are many more reasons than that to get your kids out of the house. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children play outside as … [Read more...] about A Parent’s Guide to Outdoor Play
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What Neuroscience Says About Binge Watching
Seventy-three percent of Netflix viewers report feeling happy while they’re binge watching. However, those marathon sessions could pose risks to your mental and physical health. A growing body of research raises concerns about what binge watching does to your brain. Some studies suggest that watching back-to-back episodes can contribute to depression and anxiety and … [Read more...] about What Neuroscience Says About Binge Watching
The Value of Healthy Boundaries in All of Your Relationships
Every relationship requires boundaries. What are boundaries? Personal boundaries set limits on how others can behave in your presence and interact with you. Certainly, your boundaries have been violated at some point in your life. Maybe a partner used language that was unacceptable toward you. Perhaps someone invaded your privacy by asking you a personal question you … [Read more...] about The Value of Healthy Boundaries in All of Your Relationships
Using Yoga to Calm Your Mind
Are you a fan of yoga? It’s an effective mental and physical exercise to calm your mind. Many people use it as a way to meditate in the morning to get mentally ready to start their brains. Starting your day with mental clarity can help to provide a calmness for the day. One of the great things about doing yoga is that you can do it from anywhere, so it’s a handy tool that … [Read more...] about Using Yoga to Calm Your Mind
5 Outdoor Activities that Boost Your Mood
Spending time outdoors can have awesome healing powers on your mood. Maybe it’s the feel of the air, the sounds of the birds, or the sunshine beating down on your skin...but every aspect of being outdoors can be a lovely boost to your mood. The space outside is waiting for you to explore. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with nature just because you’re feeling … [Read more...] about 5 Outdoor Activities that Boost Your Mood