Every morning, Katie woke up at 6:30 a.m. to exercise before work. She made herself a smoothie for breakfast and packed a salad for lunch. When she got to the office each…
How Much Light Does It Take to Harm Our Health at Night?
Now that my book, The Light Doctor, has been published, I will delve into specific in-depth questions about healthy and unhealthy lighting. I will also update you with the latest research findings,…
Why I’m Grateful for My Devices
Source: Snapwire/Pexels “I’m waiting for my doctor to call back.”“I’m waiting for my doctor to renew my prescription.”“I’m waiting for the pharmacy to restock.”“The insurance won’t approve my prescription.”“I’m waiting for my…
From Judgment to Joy: Embrace Self-Compassion
Source: Sammy-Sander / Pixabay In a world teeming with labels, it’s easy to overlook their profound impact on our lives. From the playground to the boardroom, we categorize and define ourselves and…
4 Ways Your Pet Can Boost Your Mood
Woodstock, the Therapy Chicken, with author and Tanya Bailey, founder of University of Minnesota’s Pet Away Worry and Stress program (Oct. 2013). Source: Esther Sternberg, M.D. Feeling anxious? Cuddling your pet—whether it’s…
Breaking Free From Other Parents’ Judgments
By Annalise Caron, Ph.D. The extremely overscheduled and busy lives parents tend to lead has led many of us to feel lonely and isolated. One psychological tendency that makes these feelings even…
How Our Devices Contribute to Anxiety and How to Fight Back
Our world is more complex than ever, and this complexity is only exacerbated by the omnipresence of our devices (smartphones, iPads, and so on) and their impact on our daily functioning. These…
How to Triumph Over the Blank Page
When people know you are a writer, they often give you writing-related gifts. Journals. Pens. Books. Books. And more books! And did I mention journals? The same is true for any hobby,…
Is a Texas Bitcoin Miner Making People Sick?
Source: ShutterstockAI/Shutterstock I have written extensively on mass psychogenic illness, so my interest was piqued when I became aware of residents in the small city of Granbury, Texas, some of whom are…
Transform Anxiety: Effective Tips and Tools to Find Your Calm
Anxiety can present itself in multiple unique forms in children, adolescents, and adults. Recognizing the signs early is crucial for taking the next steps toward healing. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding,…