by Paul Claybrook, MS, MBA | | Stress
Chances are you keep hearing about meditation. That’s because it increases relaxation and for some, it supplies a “spiritual” connection. There are lots of ways to implement meditation as well but rarely are we told how much meditating we should be doing. What the...
by Paul Claybrook, MS, MBA | | Depression, Stress
From a young age, we’re taught that eating well helps us look and feel our physical best. What we’re not always told is that good nutrition significantly affects our mental health, too (Smith et al., 2020). A healthy, well-balanced diet can help us think clearly and...
by Paul Claybrook, MS, MBA | | Stress
Recognizing you are stressed and need to relax is a good step toward helping yourself. However, if finding ways to de-stress adds more stress, you may feel “stresslaxed.” This counterproductive effect can lead to a cycle of increased anxiety and worry....
by Paul Claybrook, MS, MBA | | Brain, Depression, Stress
Emotional wellness is your ability to understand your feelings and respond to them in a healthy way. It’s not about always being cheerful, but about being aware of your emotions and managing them without becoming overwhelmed. When this part of your life is...
