Published in BeingWell·4 days agoMember-onlyA Cup of Coffee and a Mental Health Crisis: How Caffeine Affects Mental IllnessIs 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…Mental Health6 min readMental Health6 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jan 27Member-onlyAdopt These 4 (Practical) Small Habits To Develop A Writing Voice That Stands OutMake 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…Writing5 min readWriting5 min read
Published in BeingWell·Jan 25Member-onlyThe Surprising Lessons of Hippocrates: Uncovering 3 Hidden Truths about Health and WellnessThe 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…Hippocrates5 min readHippocrates5 min read
Published in MIDFORM·Jan 22Member-onlyWhat’s the Deal With McDonald’s in Hospitals?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…Mc Donalds4 min readMc Donalds4 min read
Published in MIDFORM·Jan 21Member-onlyIs Your Glass Half Full? How Optimism Can Impact Your Life SpanHow 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…Optimism4 min readOptimism4 min read
Published in MIDFORM·Jan 19Member-onlySupercharge Your Writing in 60 Seconds: Make Your Headline Bold and DeclarativeMake sure your headline isn’t a snoozer or your article will get the cold shoulder. — The headlines you write for articles on Medium.com and other sites can be the difference in your masterpiece being read or ignored. With the flood of articles out there, it’s hard to stand out. Unfortunately, most people aren’t skilled at writing headlines and feel uncomfortable creating one and this leads…Writing Tips3 min readWriting Tips3 min read
Published in MIDFORM·Jan 17Member-onlyStressed Out? How to Reclaim Your Calm with Play-DohThe surprising benefits of using Play-Doh as a stress reliever — Have you ever been so stressed out that you feel like you have to release it or you’ll explode? There are lots of ways to do that — through controlled breathing, exercise, and even punching a punching bag. But here’s one fun way to relieve stress you may not have…Mental Health3 min readMental Health3 min read
Jan 17Member-onlyPlease Stop Assuming Obese People Are Lazy and Only Eat Fast FoodThe reality of being obese and why we need more empathy — America has a problem. Too many insensitive people assume those who are obese got that way by being lazy and overindulging in high-calorie food. Here’s a typical conversation I’ve had with people who are the victim of this: Patient: “I can’t take it anymore. Everywhere I go, I feel like…Obesity3 min readObesity3 min read
Published in MIDFORM·Jan 13Member-only3 Kitchen Gadgets to Help You Kick the Junk Food AddictionTempted by unhealthy cravings? These gadgets can get you back on track. — Giving up your favorite junk food might seem like an impossible task — the afternoon runs to Taco Bell and the bag of chips you munch on. It’s often hard to push aside the joy you get from that perfect combination of crunchy, greasy, sweet, and salty. 🌮 And who…Junk Food3 min readJunk Food3 min read
Published in MIDFORM·Jan 12Member-onlyHave You Discovered the Stress-Busting Benefits of Rooibos Tea?A caffeine-free way to reduce stress and boost mental wellness — What do you sip when you’re stressed or anxious? If you’re jittery, you’ll want to avoid caffeinated beverages, like coffee and tea. You could opt for a soothing cup of chamomile tea, but there’s another caffeine-free “tea,” also known as a tisane, that’s a relaxing cup of calm. …Rooibos Tea3 min readRooibos Tea3 min read
