How to Defuse Arguments Before Things Go to Far

A proper argument can be highly productive. Unfortunately, not many arguments are done well. Most arguments fail to reach a resolution and lead to additional animosity. Being cooped up with the same people day after day can lead to a greater number of arguments. If you’re going to argue, at least attempt to do itContinue reading “How to Defuse Arguments Before Things Go to Far”

What You Need to Know About Brain Health, TV, and Middle Age

If you’re like most consumers, you spent the pandemic watching more TV. However,if you’re middle-aged and concerned about your brain health, you may want to putdown the remote. Three new studies add to the evidence that watching a lot of TV in your middle years can negatively affect your cognitive function in later years. TheContinue reading “What You Need to Know About Brain Health, TV, and Middle Age”

The Surprising Truth About Being Conflict Avoidant

Do you apologize when someone steps on your foot? Do you tell your in-laws that you love surprise visits? If so, you may be conflict-avoidant. When you suppress your feelings and sidestep difficult discussions, you usually windup causing more conflicts in your life. You also undermine intimacy, increase anxiety, and prevent yourself from creating solutionsContinue reading “The Surprising Truth About Being Conflict Avoidant”

Say Goodbye to Being Hangry

Many scientists believe that being hangry is a real thing and not just a catchy hashtag. In fact, hunger causes physical changes similar to many emotions, including anger. Skipping breakfast or taking offense at someone who cuts you off in traffic both increase stress hormones and alter brain processes. The connection isn’t limited to angerContinue reading “Say Goodbye to Being Hangry”

6 Drinks to Replace Your Morning Coffee and Still Boost Energy

Coffee is the go-to drink for anyone in search of an energy boost. Most of us start our mornings with coffee and use it to maintain our focus throughout the day. Too much caffeine can also lead to jitters, dehydration, headaches, and even trouble sleeping. The more you rely on your coffee fix, the worseContinue reading “6 Drinks to Replace Your Morning Coffee and Still Boost Energy”

A Helpful Guide to Handling Personality Conflicts at Work

Personality clashes at the office cause tension and reduce productivity. It can be difficult to reconcile different work styles and value systems, but it’s important for colleagues to find a way to get along. If you’re losing your patience, consider these tips before you say something that you’ll regret to the guy in the nextContinue reading “A Helpful Guide to Handling Personality Conflicts at Work”

Proven Ways to Boost Your Brain Health

We pay more attention to the health of our body than we do the health of our brain. You have more control over your brain health than you might think. Taking the right steps today can help to avoid serious issues, like stroke and Alzheimer’s disease down the road. You can’t live without your brain,Continue reading “Proven Ways to Boost Your Brain Health”

8 Easy Ways to Take Good Care of Your Body

Your body is a temple for your brain, mind, spirit, soul, or whatever word you prefer to use. Your body is the thing that allows you to exist, so it deserves your attention and respect. Most of us treat our bodies like it’s a combination of an amusement park and a garbage dump. We haveContinue reading “8 Easy Ways to Take Good Care of Your Body”

Food and Your Mood: 9 Foods that Can Enhance Your Mood

Your food doesn’t just impact your waistline, it can also affect your mood. Consider that everything you eat is broken down and absorbed by your body. Of course, it can certainly have an effect on your mood. The food you eat impacts how you feel. For example, consider how eating a piece of chocolate impactsContinue reading “Food and Your Mood: 9 Foods that Can Enhance Your Mood”