A solar term is a period of about two weeks and is based on the sun’s position in the zodiac. Solar terms form the traditional Chinese calendar system, which follows the ancient belief that living in accordance with nature will enable one to live a harmonious life. This series explores each of the year’s 24…
Enjoy a Chemical-Free Summer
After nearly a year and a half of being advised to stay indoors and socially distanced, people are eager to enjoy summer. “We’re going to concerts, dancing, comedy shows,” says my friend Diane Sanny, a retired dental hygienist (and a newlywed) who lives in Ashland, Oregon. “We’re looking for any excuse to be with people,…
The Emotional Journey to a Good Death
As I shut the door behind me, the noises of a full ward faded, giving way to the gentle sounds of a humidifier and an elderly woman who was struggling to breathe. Her eyes were closed, and an oxygen mask covered her nose and mouth. I glanced at the windowsill, where multiple cards were displayed—a…
How Stress and Depression Are Connected and the Strategy That Can Help You Cope
Chronic or long-term stress can contribute to depression, a mood disorder that can significantly interfere with most aspects of life. During the pandemic, cases of depression increased and stress is believed to be a factor. Experts say that it’s clear that chronic stress raises the incidence level of depression. This condition can cause feelings of…
Avoid These 10 Actions that Let Your Happiness Escape
By Nicole Fuentes Happiness slips away from us in various places. Very often we are robbed by the difficulties of every day. Other times depression, anxiety, or chronic health problems hijack her. But happiness also leaves us when we live in a hurry, executing tasks and solving tasks as if we were on an assembly line. We go through…
How to Take Time for Yourself to Fully Recharge
By Bertrand Ngampa As an entrepreneur, you likely give dozens of people hours and energy, possibly at the expense of your well-being. This, however, is simply not sustainable long-term, and will likely lead to burnout. In this post- (sort of) pandemic “new normal,” it is more important than ever to maximize time for yourself in…
Developing a Sense of Humor Is No Joke
“What did the face mask say to the mouth?” “Let me cover for you!” This timely joke was made not by a professional comedian but by a group of primary school students, who have won the 2021 title of “Britain’s Funniest Class.” It was selected by public vote from a shortlist chosen by legacy comic…
When the Mind Manifests Mobility Trouble
A health setback like an injury or arthritic flare-up can influence how much you move. But these physical limitations can easily be compounded by something even more powerful: your mind. Such physical ailments can force people to move less than they are actually able to. This decreased movement then compounds over time. While it might…
How Rolling With the Punches Makes for a Simple Life
Life on earth is made up of a series of peaks and valleys—trials and victories. Fighting against the ebb and flow of what is beyond our control is as exhausting and futile as trying to manipulate the ocean’s tide. What will be will be, and there is very little over which we have any control….
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms
A significant portion of Americans have some type of vitamin deficiency, one of which is vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin vital for optimal health. Unfortunately, many of the symptoms of deficiency mimic other health conditions and so it’s often considered last in a variety of health issues. There are four known…
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