Where are the most dangerous places to catch COVID?
There is a lot of conflicting information about the safest places to be during the Coronavirus pandemic. Therefore, the website CivicMeter surveyed 27 epidemiologists from institutions such as the University of Iowa, Emory University, UNC, University of Massachusetts, and others. The survey focused on two top-of-mind areas: The risks associated with reopening and traveling; and […]
20 inspirational quotes to keep you going during COVID
During difficult times, inspirational messages and words of affirmation can make a huge difference. Here are our 20 favorite quotes to encourage you! “Everything will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end.” Anon “If you’re going through hell, keep going,” Winston Churchill. “That which does not kill us, makes us […]
Three foods that can reduce anxiety in children
The United States is currently facing a large-scale mental health crisis, with roughly one in five children suffering from a behavioral, emotional, or mental disorder in a given year. Effectively preventing and responding to mental health problems is only possible with support from parents, teachers, coaches, and other adults. That said, the impact of food […]
15 unusual health conditions you’ve never heard of
A new report highlighted several unusual health conditions that impact peoples’ lives around the world. Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is a progressive genetic disorder that turns soft tissues into bone over time. However, mutations of this gene can allow ossification to go unchecked throughout a sufferer’s life, even turning skeletal muscle into the bone and […]
From caveman to philosopher: How meditation changed my life
Cameron Harman is the founder and host of the Hermit Radio podcast. For as long as I can remember I have always wondered what my place in life is. I certainly didn’t think I would be reading books about Buddha and different levels of consciousness. One thing was clear and that was my sense of […]
COVID-19 and the Fall school semester
As has been the case for months, the positive COVID-19 case numbers are changing hourly. August marks the standard start of schools from kindergarten to college, and most parents are in the midst of making the decision to send their kids to school or have them learn virtually. There’s truly no right or wrong answer […]
Aligning your mind, body and spirit
A few years ago, I was experiencing a lot of nerve issues in my body. It scared the hell out of me because one moment I would feel okay, and then the next moment my arm would be tingling and then my skin would start to feel like it was on fire. This would come […]
Three reports that demonstrate the reality of climate change
With some countries – including the United States – unilaterally ignoring attempts by the rest of the world to tackle climate change and the causes of it, the scientific community continues to highlight the dangers and the subsequent rise in sea levels. Three recent surveys and reports published by long-established and respected organizations provide exceptional […]
Balancing the mind-body connection
Do you ever feel a disconnect between your mind and body? Studies have shown that our thoughts do indeed affect our bodily well-being, and how you think is often how you feel. A healthy balance between the mind and body is an achievable goal through receiving alternative wellness methods such as Massage Therapy and Reiki […]
Need more energy? The answer may be in your diet
Isabella Young of Nourished Routes highlights how important food and nutrition is to your daily energy levels. There is no doubt people are in search of ways to maximize and gain more energy. With the continual fast-paced speed of life, it can often feel like there isn’t enough energy in the tank to make it […]
Moving forward with conflict resolution
Our world changed in a very short period. There is a lot of conflict right now – within ourselves and outside of ourselves. And while none of us like conflict, except maybe us conflict managers, conflict is a sign that something needs to be changed; that there is a problem or problems that need to […]
New initiative to help Nashville’s women during COVID
The New Beginnings Center (TNBC) has announced a new partnership with Agrin Health. This partnership will provide clients of TNBC access to Agrin Health’s Health eBiography® web-based health record application. The New Beginnings Center has been serving economically disadvantaged women in the Nashville area since 2011 by providing them with world-class nutrition, lifestyle and fitness […]
