When thinking of ways to reduce stress in life, usually techniques like meditation, yoga and journaling come to mind. These are great techniques, to be sure. But getting a new best friend can also have many stress relieving and health benefits. While human friends provide great social support and come with some fabulous benefits, but benefits of furry friends: cats…
We all experience stress in our daily lives from different sources: jobs, relationships, and finances. And whether you’re dealing with a daily stressor, chronic stress, or a major life illness, stress can take a significant toll on you both physically and emotionally. How do you know when you’re dealing with a level of stress that’s unhealthy for you? How stress…
Physical activity provides an array of benefits. Research has shown that regular exercise among people is associated with improvements in muscle development, bone strength, heart health, mental health, and academic performance. Helps Prevent Diseases Our bodies were meant to move — they actually crave exercise. Regular exercise is necessary for physical fitness and good health. It reduces the risk of…
Relationship is a commitment and respect between two people. Relationships require a lot of work and a lot of communication, but it can still be hard to understand what the other person is thinking. If you’ve been spending a lot of time with someone and you think you might be developing a romantic relationship, the thing is, trust plays a…
1. Your support network Social engagement is the body’s most evolved strategy for responding to stress so it’s no surprise that people with a strong network of supportive friends and family members are better able to cope with life’s stressor 2. Your exercise levels. Your physical and mental health is intrinsically linked, so the better you take care of your…
Four Tips to Better your relationship- Having a healthy relationship with your partner is about more than attraction, it requires respect, trust and open communication. The secret to getting what you want is to know what that is. With everything going on in the life of the average couple, it’s easy to forget the small gestures that keep a relationship…