Dopamine is an organic neurotransmitter which comes up almost daily in mental health news. It’s a chemical naturally produced in the human body. In a manner of speaking, it acts in the human brain as a chemical reward, working to motivate …
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These are the kinds of interesting times which we wish the great media commentators of yore were alive today to witness. What would Canadian philosopher Marshall McLuhan – he of the “The medium is the message.” quote – have to …
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“Get a hobby!” – You hear this a lot from mental health professionals. Studies have shown that hobbies are therapeutic and good for your overall well-being. But if you’re suffering from depression, anxiety, or other disorders that carry a crushing …
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As animal therapies have become more and more popular, you have most likely realized that animals can have a positive impact on your health. We have seen institutions and hospitals adopt equine-assisted therapy and visits from therapy dogs and their …
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So your spouse has done something you think is stupid or mean spirited. You are angry, and rightfully so! You want to approach the issue head on, maybe have an old fashioned argument. Stop! Give yourself some time to process. …
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October is nearly over and, as we get ready to plunge into the heart of fall, baking seems to take new precedence in our minds. As days turn cold, cookies straight out of the oven, still hot and gooey, sound like …
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Give yourself permission to unplug. Give yourself permission to have alone time, just for you. Whether you are an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, alone time is very important. An introvert may need more alone time than an extrovert, …
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“Ah! There is nothing like staying at home, for real comfort.”— Jane AustenWe here at The Life Change Institute agree! Better yet, why not curl up on the sofa with a hot cup of chocolate, put on some soft music, …
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Gardening is well known for both its physical and mental health benefits. Not only does the act of gardening reduce cortisol (one of the stress hormones) and calm the nerves, gardens themselves serve as a contemplative place to relax. Horticultural …
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As someone who loves to write, I have always felt that there is something a little bit magical about getting words down on paper (or typed into a computer). That ‘magic’ is probably the stress relief that occurs when you …
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