Go Enjoy a Michigan Winter
December seems like a strange time to discuss the benefits of spending time in nature. The temperature is hovering in the low- to...
Sweat It Out Stress Relief
Run for stress. Wait, shouldn’t that be run from stress? Scientists have found that regular exercise has been shown to decrease tension,...
Get Artsy with Stress
There's nothing quite like scribbling on a piece of paper when you are upset. Taking all your anger or stress and concintrating it on the...
Toy Xylophone for Stress Relief
I used to play the flute and piccolo. I started in 6th grade and continued through to graduation with the school band- I even played a...
Use Food to Reduce Stress
Usually when someone talks about stress eating it is in a negative light. I am here to tell you, you can eat yourself to a relaxed state....
Stress Relief via. Relaxation Response: Part II
Last month we brought up the fact that the majority of Americans feel stressed on a regular basis, but very few are actively making a...
Stress Management via. Relaxation Response: Part I
To put it mildly, Americans are stressed. Money, work, the economy, relationships- all contribute to our overall stressed state of mind....
The Other Yoga
Most Americans know and understand the benefits that yoga can have on their lives. Body awareness, stretching, overall sense of calm,...
Valentine's Spa Day at Home!
Ahhh…. Valentine’s Day- the ultimate spa holiday. What better way is there to show your special someone how much you appreciate them?...
Caster Oil: Your New Best Friend
So you’ve decided to make a New Year’s resolution to get healthy. You start going to the gym and exercising more frequently, but all of a...