A new study reveals a remarkable link to the power of positive emotions and reducing/reversing damage caused by stress to our genes and DNA.
It seems like today we are more stressed than ever, without any relief in sight. Throughout history, our ancestors around the globe, recognized the connection between stress, emotions, attitudes, physical health and long term well-being.
Over the past decade, studies have found mindfulness meditation can improve a wide range of health conditions, including slowing the progression HIV infection, prolonging longevity while improving health. But little is known about the way the brain responds to create the changes that produce these beneficial health effects.
Does providing help to friends, acquaintances, and even strangers help to diminish the impact of daily stressors on our emotions and our mental health?
Were you bullied during your childhood? Most of the media coverage about bullies relates to those during childhood and teen years. Bullying doesn’t stop on the playground. From the workplace to the boardroom, research shows that adult bullying takes many forms. And it can have a detrimental impact on your health.
Does washing those dirty dishes sitting in your sink after a long day seems like the furthest thing from relaxation. Or is it?
Psychological stress alone does not cause cancer but it can interfere with the immune system’s response to cancer cells, which may increase the potential of metastasis, and cause neurochemical imbalance that may impact the survival of a patient with cancer.
It was a long winter, and I’m sure you’re happy it’s over! While you may already be in the midst of spring cleaning your home and yard, here’s one spring cleaning exercise that will dramatically improve your health and well-being.