by Samantha Nitschke | Dec 3, 2020 | All, Life, Wellness Tips
For most of us, finding time for ourselves is difficult. Whether it’s too many commitments or feeling guilty for not “doing anything,” it can be challenging to focus on ourselves and what we need. What would you do if you found out that you could experience the...
by Garrett La Valley | Oct 5, 2020 | All, Life, Mood
Featured Image Photo by Matt Ragland on Unsplash Summer is over, and for the parents among us, that means we’re on the other side of an incredibly difficult decision: what will school look like for my kids this year? Whether you decided to full-on homeschool, send...
by Samantha Nitschke | Oct 5, 2020 | All, Life
Featured Image Photo by Brooke Lark on Unsplash Meditation can offer an escape for many, and a challenge for some. Whether it is finding the time, the space, or not wanting to be alone with our thoughts, meditation can be tricky. Mantra meditation is said to be one of...
by Garrett La Valley | Sep 22, 2020 | All, Life, Pets
Like humans, dogs have an endocannabinoid system. This means they can receive many of the same benefits from CBD that humans can, including relief from pain and seizures. Like any remedy or treatment, there are also side effects to be aware of, and you shouldn’t give...
by Michelle Collins | Sep 22, 2020 | All, Pain
Anyone who has suffered even one migraine can tell you it’s much more than “just a headache.” A migraine headache is an often-debilitating neurological disorder that can be marked with a constellation of symptoms and be spurred by a number of...
by Maria Cuervo | Aug 28, 2020 | All, Life, Mood, Pain
For many women, menstrual cycles go hand in hand with a range of undesirable symptoms: cramps, bloating, moodiness, cravings, insomnia, and tiredness, among others. Fluctuating hormones are a natural part of the menstrual cycle, but they can affect your body and your...
by Lena A. Lange | Aug 11, 2020 | All, Pain
Use knowledge to become empowered, find pain relief strategies, and reclaim your life. Living with chronic pain can be debilitating. Waking up to face the day and struggling to sit up due to back pain is difficult on easy days, and can be downright impossible on bad...
by Samantha Nitschke | Aug 11, 2020 | All, Mood, Sleep
Modern life is stressful in the best of times, and for most of us these are not those. Everyone is looking for positive ways to find peace, and many are turning to meditation for the first time. With so many practice types to choose from, knowing where to start can...
by Samantha Nitschke | Aug 10, 2020 | Mood
If you’re like most people, you’re finding it difficult to go about your day to day life these days. In a world already difficult to keep up with and fully understand, we’re now living day to day with widespread uncertainty brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic,...
by Jenna Kashou | Mar 31, 2020 | Pain
Inflammation is an immune response, the body’s way of working to heal itself from the effects of injuries or toxins. When you experience inflammation, your body increases blood flow and releases antibodies and proteins to the damaged area. These actions are intended...
by Maria Cuervo | Mar 31, 2020 | Mood
Anxiety disorders will affect one in four Americans in their lifetime, producing excessive worry, fear, and stress, and interfering with everyday situations. Although these disorders often run in families, they can also be a consequence of environmental stress and...
by Jenna Kashou | Mar 25, 2020 | Pain
Pain is one of the most common medical concerns addressed by health professionals. While pain is typically associated with disease or injury, chronic and inflammatory pain are equally common. Unfortunately, they can be difficult to identify and treat effectively,...