When talking about grilling safety, I usually think about food safety – cooking foods to safe temperatures to prevent food borne illness, proper handling before and after cooking, etc. However, two weeks ago, I stepped out onto my patio when I noticed a large cloud of smoke in the sky. As I looked around, I […]
How many times a day, a week, or a month do you say, “I am so busy?” When I look at my calendar, yes I still use paper, there are times when I get a little overwhelmed and wonder why I am so busy. I color-code my calendar to denote meetings, presentations or classes, blogs, […]
I used to pride myself on my recycling efforts. I would compare my overflowing recycling bin with my neighbors and wish more people recycled. I felt it was our duty, responsibility, and obligation to protect our planet. However, my recycling pride was deflated when I read a report from the Department of Energy that showed […]
Tis the season to be thankful and jolly and . . . stressed out? It doesn’t have to be that way. Even amid the hustle and bustle of parties, shopping, and decorating, you can keep your cool and enjoy the holidays. The stresses that plague us this time of year are rooted in three basic […]
January 28, 2025 by Zoie Clay During the winter months, the colder temperatures and fewer daylight hours often keep us bundled up inside. However, it is important to make sure we still make time to stay active. Moving our bodies and keeping our family active majorly benefits everyone’s physical and mental health! Plus, just because […]
Friendship is one of the most elevating aspects of life. Besides fun and connection, friendship can provide important emotional and physical support. Friendship also plays a central role in our overall well-being. Recent studies suggest, “People who value social relationships are likelier to be happy than those who value achievements in other life domains, such […]
July 25, 2022 by bohlen19 As the beginning of the school year quickly approaches, I’m reminded of my family’s rushed mornings out the door where I lack patience and feel frazzled. As those days progressed, I found it difficult to keep myself motivated and to stay focused on tasks on my ever-growing to-do list. At […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged @goodsleep, @healthtrends, @sleep, @sleephygiene, health, mental health, sleep, sleep hygiene, Wellness on January 7, 2025| Leave a Comment » Winter is a season that is often spent indoors, in a blanket, in cozy clothes. This time of year we see lots of health trends resurface that focus on diet and […]
Soups, stews, casseroles, and stuffing. There are many popular recipes this time of year that call for the use of broths and stocks. Not sure of the difference between broths and stocks? One of our blogs has the answer. While not too expensive, you probably have everything you need to make your own broth at […]
Clutter means different things to different people, but can generally be categorized into the following groups: • Unused things or things with no sentimental value • Unfinished things • Disorganized things • Too many things in too small a place Clutter says something about you! Maybe you are holding on to the past, unable to make up your […]
Have you ever stopped to think about the number of times you have been asked to do something and you really don’t have the time? For instance, when the president of the athletic boosters asks if you wouldn’t mind coordinating the car wash fund raiser or your colleague pleads with you to cover for them […]
Friendship is one of the most elevating aspects of life. Besides fun and connection, friendship can provide important emotional and physical support. Friendship also plays a central role in our overall well-being. Recent studies suggest, “People who value social relationships are likelier to be happy than those who value achievements in other life domains, such […]
The new year is upon us which means everyone has made their New Year’s Resolution. Did you make yours about weight loss? Every year mine revolves around weight loss. Weight loss and I have a love-hate relationship. Some years are good and other years not so much. I would like to share with you my […]
I enjoy walking during my lunchtime. When I do, this break away from my desk refreshes me. It helps me re-focus as I breathe in the fresh air and take a few minutes to get out of the “work mode”. A few weeks ago, while crossing the railroad tracks behind my office, I noticed that […]
