Effective Exercises to Address Stress Exercise is a fantastic way to combat stress, and the good news is there’s a variety of options to choose from depending on your preference: Mind-Body Exercises: Activities like yoga and tai chi combine physical postures with controlled breathing, promoting relaxation and focus. These exercises are great for improving...Read More
Physical Exercise to Reduce Stress The sunlight is increasing during the day and the internal desire to get “fresh air” is awakening in a lot of us! This week let’s talk about how increasing our physical activity can help lead to a reduction in stress. Physical exercise combats stress in several ways: Chemical Shift:...Read More
Build a Better Sleep Hygiene As we transition from March into April, and winter into spring, we move from discussing sleep into ways to reduce stress. A great topic at this time of year is sleep hygiene, which is simply a collection of habits and practices that promote good sleep quality. It encompasses both your...Read More
We are so pleased to welcome back Brittany Squillace, MA, LMFT, Grief Therapist as our guest blogger this week! Our theme for March is sleep, and Brittany shares about the importance of self-care, which includes our physical presence. Take a peek below at all of the great advice she shared on her site previously and brings our...Read More
Are you one of the people who has trouble falling – or staying – asleep at night? Here’s a list of items that may affect your ability to rest: Stress: Stress is a major contributor to sleep problems. When you’re stressed, your body releases hormones that keep you alert and awake. This can make it difficult...Read More
Causes of Back Pain in Adults Back pain is incredibly common, affecting a vast majority of adults at some point in their lives. Oftentimes, there’s rarely a single definitive cause, but rather a combination of factors contributing to the issue. Here are some of the leading causes of back pain in adults: Musculoskeletal Issues: •...Read More
It’s winter and in Minnesota we embrace all that nature has to offer! While your family is home from school for a few more days, here are some great ways to get outside and take charge of the weather while making memories together: Here are some ice skating rinks near Anoka: Anoka Area Ice Arena...Read More
We welcome back Brittany Squillace, MA, LMFT to our guest blog series! This week, she shares three steps for setting boundaries during the holidays as you navigate grief. If you’d like to connect with Brittany with questions of your own, here’s a good place to start: https://www.bestselftherapy.net/ * * * HOLIDAY GRIEF BOUNDARIES: AN EASY...Read More
We are excited to welcome back Stephanie Ewals, CNS, Licensed Nutritionist from Out of the Woods Nutrition for this week’s guest blog spot! Today, she provides some very timely holiday hacks to help us keep our nutrition on track during the holiday season. Let’s jump in . . . Holiday Hacks: 3 Time-Saving Kitchen Tips...Read More
