by BetterYou | Jul 31, 2020 | Company, mental health, Wellness
Are you on the fence about starting a new reading habit and wondering what it can actually do for you? Many of us truly believe we don’t have the time in our day to start a new habit like consistently reading every day. When we think of reading, sometimes we tend to...
by Heidi Zwart | Jul 30, 2020 | Company, mental health, Wellness
Nature versus nurture is an ongoing debate in human behavior studies. In general, the growing consensus is that both genetics and environment play a role in mental health development. Scientists examine genetic predictors of mental health equally alongside the...
by BetterYou | Jul 29, 2020 | Company, mental health, Wellness
The majority of households in the U.S. have at least one pet. If you have one, you know why people say they’re considered part of the family. But besides companionship, owning a pet offers some real health benefits, both physical and mental. Here are some of the...
by BetterYou | Jul 24, 2020 | Company, mental health, Wellness
From a young age, we’re taught the importance of working hard and helping others. Some of us do so much for others, we forget to stop, take a moment and appreciate ourselves. Overworking ourselves might lead to accomplishments in the short term, but can quickly lead...
by Heidi Zwart | Jul 23, 2020 | Company, mental health
Are you hard on yourself? Do you expect more of yourself than you do of others? Allowing negative self-talk to inhabit your mind is destructive to your mental and physical health. Being kind to yourself is critically important to your overall well-being. Research...
by Heidi Zwart | Jul 23, 2020 | Company, mental health, Wellness
Did you know that your personal emotions are “catchy?” Our friends, co-workers, and family can absorb your feelings and emotions as easily as they can catch your cold. People are synchronous beings and evidence suggests that joy, fear, and even stress can be...
