Stress is a complex phenomenon. On one hand, stress hormones are essential for life. Epinephrine helps regulate organ function, focuses your attention and triggers your
*This is an article from the Summer 2023 issue of Contentment Magazine. By John F. Barnes, PT President and CEO of the Myofascial Release Treatment Centers &
Mental health is a crucial part of our overall well-being, yet it remains a topic that is often misunderstood, stigmatized, and overlooked, especially for men.
Adults who take part in group-based, teacher-led mindfulness-based programs (MBPs) have reduced psychological distress. METHODOLOGY: Evidence suggests the effect of MBPs, which combine elements of
Moving season is in full swing for many military families! The process of a Permanent Change of Station, or PCS, can be both exciting and
A rough day at the office can be enough to ruin your whole day – or in some extreme cases, the entire week. Drama, politics
How colleges can better prepare students for the realities of today’s adulthood. As I approach the end of a teaching career that stretches from the
Hustle culture refers to a competitive environment where employees feel pressured to work strenuous hours and achieve results quickly. This type of atmosphere can lead
Stress is a complex phenomenon. On one hand, stress hormones are essential for life. Epinephrine helps regulate organ function, focuses your attention and triggers your
Humans aren’t designed to live with excessive stress. Yet over the past few years we’ve come to normalize stress, some workplaces even condone or—yikes—celebrate stress.
If we tapped into the magical moments in our lives where we felt undeniable calmness, peace and contentment, they still can offer a visceral shift
KEY POINTS Research has identified nature-based, cost-free activities that promote well-being and reduce stress. Exposure to birdsongs, sunlight, and nature has been found to reduce
