5 Ways To Clear Your Mind Before Bedtime

By Rob Dobrenski, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist People often assume that bad sleep simply means feeling fatigued the next day. The reality is, that’s just the tip of the iceberg: mood, concentration, work performance, and even learning are all impacted. In short, sleep is the cornerstone of mental health. And while a prescription for Ambien certainly [...]

Five Meditation Techniques To Keep You Younger Longer!

by Babs ‘O’Reilly Since the ancient times, meditation has been used by a lot of people, especially those on the oriental side of the world. According to them, meditation is a good way of freeing the soul. Thus, meditation is mostly associated to spiritual exercises. However, another good effect of meditation is that it can [...]

Benefits of Meditation for Stress Management

By Elizabeth Scott, M.S. . Overview of Meditation: Throughout the day, when we experience stress, our bodies automatically react in ways that prepare us to fight or run. In some cases of extreme danger, this physical response is helpful. However, a prolonged state of such agitation can cause physical damage to every part of the body. Meditation affects the [...]

How To Stop Punishing Yourself For The Past

How often do we overlook the above aphorism as we repeatedly revisit past mistakes, injuries, and confrontations?  There are times I lie sleepless and recall arguments I had with college sweethearts, high school teachers, and even the grade school bully.  What do I get for my trouble?  Sometimes I experience that all-too-familiar wave of panic, [...]