So you’re now into the New Year, and, reflecting on things of the year completed. How about those relationships? Especially with that one particular toxic relationship. You know the one… many days may seem good, but sometimes the morning, or the evening you just ‘gag,’ over the whole thing. Your companion is there, with you,…
There may be a biological reason. According to a recent research study at the University of Iowa using brain imaging technology (fMRI), being exposed to a situation requiring self-control may increase the possibility of experiencing more difficulty with subsequent situations requiring self-control. The study found that there is a limited amount of self-control in the…
“Is Sugar Toxic?” segment of 60 minutes on CBS aired on Sunday evening. Is an interesting segment and matches the research that is being done regarding Food Addictions and Eating Disorders by Eating Disorder professionals who presented at the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals in March 2012. There is certainly strong indication of the actuality…
During a heat wave, the news warns us of record highs, dangerous air quality and protecting pets and elderly. You come inside from a quick walk to the mailbox drenched- gross! At this point in a heat wave, your body and your mind are telling you to stay in and stay cool. But what about…
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9) Some days, I just lose it. Literally! I get mean, short tempered, grumpy and whiney. Pain turns me into a person I would cringe at meeting. Clenched fists, shortness…
Pain is the body’s way of sounding our internal alarm. It says, “Stop, you’re going too far, you’re doing too much, this is dangerous.” Without these warnings, you could be in serious trouble! Everyone’s pain tolerance is different- some can handle more bodily stress than others. When pain supersedes your tolerance with a daily or…
Chronic pain is a wide spread problem mainly among older adults. However, over the past five years chronic pain has been statistically proven to be prevalent in younger adults. I have my own definition, but academically let’s define chronic pain. The American Academy of Pain Medicine defines chronic pain as, “Pain signals keep firing in…