May 1, 2020
What does “cabin fever” feel like? 🏠In self-quarantine it’s highly likely that you’ve been noticing what seems like a different version of yourself – maybe one that’s more irritable, restless, discontented and an all-around trapped feeling. That’s “Cabin Fever,” refers to the sense of feeling trapped when you’re stuck in the house for too long.
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April 4, 2020
Stick to a routine. Go to sleep and wake up at a reasonable time, write a schedule that is varied and includes time for work as well as self-care Dress for the social life you want, not the social life you have. Get showered and dressed in comfortable clothes, wash your face, brush your teeth. Take
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March 6, 2020
What comes to mind when you think of self-care? Is it sitting at home in your pjs slathering on Korean skin-care products? Or maybe it’s gaming for hours on end as a form of escapism? Although both of these examples can be a form of self-care, they are more akin to something referred to as
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March 6, 2020
Sleep better tonight! 😴Whether you struggle regularly with insomnia or just want to enjoy deeper and more restful sleep, these tips can help: Get Sunlight First Thing in The Morning – waking up to gradual light, like a sunrise, stimulates the production of cortisol in the brain, which increases our energy. Experiencing sunlight in
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March 6, 2020
Is stress starting to feel like your new norm? Chronic stress can disrupt sleep patterns and mess with immune, digestive, reproductive, and cardiovascular health. While the goal shouldn’t be to completely eradicate your stress, try these stress management tools to lessen the load stress is taking on your body (and your mind): ▪️ Exercise
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March 6, 2020
The health benefits of tea are attributed to polyphenols – organic chemicals also found in foods such as red wine, dark chocolate and berries.
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March 6, 2020
Yoga is an ancient practice that is meant to provide a union between mind and body. It incorporates breathing exercises, meditation, and poses designed to aid in relaxation and stress reduction. Many benefits, both mental and physical are said to occur with regular practice of yoga – though all aren’t evidence-based. Some evidence-based benefits
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December 6, 2019
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects so many more people than you might think this time of year. You may experience fatigue, depression, hopelessness, and social withdrawal. Your mood might be altered, feelings of anxiety, apathy, discontent, loneliness are common. as well as loss of interest, mood swings, and sadness. You may have difficulty sleeping or
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November 13, 2019
North Jersey Health & Wellness specializes in behavior modification weight loss programs. Often times, people have tried countless diets and weight loss programs to no avail, which can be frustrating. Working with a mental health specialist and a dietician might be the right answer for you. Here is a testimonial from one of our patients
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November 5, 2019
When you’re feeling anxious or stressed, nothing makes you feel worse than coming home to a mess. You already have a mess going on inside of your head, and now that mess is external too. It makes you feel like you are out of control of everything, and your feelings are exacerbated. Take back some
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October 16, 2019
Anxiety can be overwhelming. When you are feeling anxious, you can feel paralyzed or even do things subconsciously that make you feel worse. So how can you reduce your anxiety right now, at this moment? 1️⃣ This may seem obvious but take a DEEP breath. According to Psych Central, deep diaphragmatic breathing is a powerful
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January 25, 2019
Fostering children’s emotional development has become the latest trend in childhood development, and for good reason, because there are so many benefits of teaching kids to identify and manage emotions. But what does emotional regulation really mean? Emotion regulation means assuming that a lot of your child’s behavior is driven by emotions. Tantrums, aggressive behavior,
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January 23, 2019
Having difficult conversations with your significant other can be… well… difficult. But choosing to have these tough talks shows that you care enough about the other person and your relationship to have the conversation. Here are some tips and strategies to make these discussions a little easier: 🗣 Look at your expectations. 🗣 Accept that
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January 15, 2019
As 2019 begins, it’s time to reflect on the past and set goals for the year ahead. Why not consider investing in your mental health? With this new year, try to implement these five simple strategies to improve your mental health and happiness: 🧡 Be kind to yourself. Don’t be so hard on yourself! Enjoy
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January 15, 2019
The American Academy of Pediatrics has warned about the potential for negative effects of social media in young kids and teens, but the same risks may be true for adults, across generations. Here are 6 ways social media affects our mental health: 📲 It’s addictive. 📲 It triggers more sadness, less well-being. 📲 Comparing our lives with others is mentally unhealthy. 📲 It
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