We are exposed to many stressors today. The busy schedules we put ourselves in, as well as family obligations and minor inconveniences, can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. When we encounter a situation that we see as stressful, our central nervous system reacts and triggers glands within the endocrine system to release stress hormones, […]
Guest Post by: Marcia Brandhorst Fear! What is fear? Merriam-Webster defines fear as, “An unpleasant, often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger.” “An anxious concern”, “Reason for alarm” and my favorite, “Profound reverence and awe.” It can be debilitating and can feel as impending doom for so many. Franklin D. Roosevelt once […]
Did you know that most people give up on their resolutions by the second week in February? This doesn’t come as a shock, though. Our days are packed with errands and deadlines. How does one stay motivated to stick to their resolutions with all the hustle and bustle of every day life? Take some advice […]
What is it? Think about some of your favorite and least favorite places. If you think about the place hard enough – if you really try to think about what it’s like – you may begin to have feelings you associate with that location. Our brain has the ability to create emotional reactions based entirely […]