Finding balance in a world that glorifies overoptimism — Some people champion positive self-talk as the answer to all our mental health woes, but the truth is it can be a bummer too! Sure, having a sunny disposition, and speaking to yourself in an encouraging and inspiring way, helps in certain circumstances. However, there are times when positivity is…

Find out why your weight fluctuates, and it has nothing to do with body fat. — Do you weigh yourself every day — and tear your hair out when you see you’ve gained a pound or two? Stop that! It’s not good for your mental health. Your body weight is not an indication of your worth, so stop thinking that it is. Constantly worrying about the…

Use the tactics of great speech writers to elevate your writing and keep people reading — Have you ever noticed that the best speeches are always so well-written that they move us emotionally? If you’re not a speech writer, it’s easy to think that powerful speeches are just magic — they somehow happen. But in fact, there’s a lot of thought that goes into crafting a…

Let your voice be heard in the age of AI — AI (artificial intelligence) writing may mimic human writing, but it can never capture the depth and emotion that comes from expressing your thoughts with a personal touch. Sure, this automated way of producing information generates articles efficiently, but it lacks the creativity, humor, and emotional connection that comes from writing…

Is caffeine a friend or foe if you have mental health issues? Caffeine is a powerful bioactive substance that can give you an energy boost and promote alertness and focus. What’s the most popular source of caffeine? Coffee, of course! Many people rely on its energizing effects to help them…

Make your writing speak with a voice that’s uniquely yours. — The competition has never been greater. Nowadays, writers have to compete with other writers but more recently we have another type of “writer” to contend with — AI (artificial intelligence) generated content from AI writers and Chat GPF. What’s a writer to do? One way you compete and rise among…

The lesser-known teachings of Hippocrates and their impact on health and wellness. You never met him but you know of him. His teachings on the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle for maintaining good health are still relevant today. Hippocrates, widely considered one of the most influential Greek physicians…

The terrible message hospitals send when they allow fast food behind their healing walls. — Fast food restaurants in hospitals? It’s a pet peeve of mine. We don’t have a McDonald’s in our largest hospital but a greasy spoon restaurant that’s just as bad or worse. What kind of message do hospitals send when they host fast food joints? There are at least 18 hospitals…

How you think may determine how you live and how long. — Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Do you have a perpetual smile on your face and always see the glass as half full? The answer may have a bigger impact on your life than you think. Studies show that optimism can affect longevity. Combining data from two large, long-term…