Break Unwanted Habits With Mindfulness!
By Dr. Swati Desai I remember getting really angry when I was doing my Akasha Cleanse and it …
Cognitive Health
Courage is Good For Your Health
Dr. Bren Boston Courage makes us feel good. It allows us to have some control over how we …
A Brief Introduction to Mindful Self Compassion
A growing body of evidence is demonstrating that one simple practice called “Mindful Self Compassion” helps to address the …
Ready for Everything? Mindful Self-Compassion Workshop
MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION Do you find yourself ruminating over negative things, finding faults in you, and not enjoying the moment? …
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The Psychological Cost of Academic Success
Work hard and go to school. For some, this motto is taken to heart, so much so that they …
Physical Relaxation- Recognize and Rebalance
By: Alicia Maher, MD Ugh, stress! What good is this stress response, anyway? Not too long ago, I was “blessed” …
Don’t Call Me Smart
With schools focus on grades, test scores, and GPA’s, asking parents to avoid calling their child “Smart” can come …
6 Health Benefits from Being in Nature
With the new school year upon us, our free time is shifting away from outdoor trips. Before filling up …
Nutritional Deficiencies That May Lead to Depression
Depression and mood disorders can have a devastating impact on ones life. When the symptoms take hold, it is …
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Dirty Dozen Food to Avoid this Summer
Each year, The Environmental Working Group (EWG) reports the fruits and vegetables with the most, and least, pesticides. Listed …
How to Release the “Brakes” on your Brain for Better Performance
Alicia Maher, MD I’m going to step away from the heavier neuroscience teachings that I became accustomed to doing …
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Glia: The Cinderella of Brain Cells
By David Dubin, M.D. After Einstein’s death, his brain was preserved for future study. Scientists were naturally curious to …