With cold and flu season coming, those over-the-counter cold medications can help relieve that stuffy nose and scratchy throat, but sometimes they can do more harm than good. Be aware of these hazards: 1. Acetaminophen and Liver Damage If you use acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) to ease a headache and add a combination cold medication for sniffles, you may have … Read More
What is Your Approach to Life?
To Stress or Not to Stress Stress and worry is a normal part of life. In small quantities, stress is good — it can motivate you and help you be more productive. However, too much stress, or a strong response to stress, is harmful. Stress takes its toll on all of us to varying degrees, and how we deal with … Read More
No, Really…How are You?
5 Steps to Mental Wellbeing Research suggests there are 5 steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Don’t you want to feel and be more positive and be able to get the most out of life? Learn new skills. Research shows that learning new skills can improve your mental wellbeing. It can boost self-confidence and raise … Read More
Ace Your Life – Basic Life Skills for Everyday Living
Ace Your Life Basic life skills for everyday living… Did you ever wonder when you were getting ready to leave home for the first time, if your parents had taught you everything you needed to know to survive on your own? Or, are you now single after a long-term relationship and don’t know where to start? Do you know how … Read More
Declutter Your Home
How to clean up or clean out! Spring is just around the corner and it’s time to declutter – clean up or clean out! It’s hard for many people to get rid of things they no longer use, but it’s necessary. Clutter is not good for your health. Here are ten suggestions for smart living: Books: If you’re going to … Read More
Moving on after Divorce
Divorce is a major life change that can leave a person reeling. Suddenly being on your own to deal with issues such as money, children, career changes and downsizing the family home can seem overwhelming. Making a good adjustment to life after divorce may sound simple, but it almost never works. Did you know the recovery time after divorce can … Read More
Cold Medicines and Health Hazards
With cold and flu season in full swing, those over-the-counter cold medications can help relieve that stuffy nose and scratchy throat, but sometimes they can do more harm than good. Be aware of these hazards: 1. Acetaminophen and Liver Damage If you use acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) to ease a headache and add a combination cold medication for sniffles, you … Read More
Health, Safety & Finances in 2015
Making good on that New Year’s resolution is totally doable. Now that the holidays are over and we look forward to the promise of 2015. Let’s make the most of this year! You can’t reach your goals without a master plan. Make a master plan and split it into small objectives so that you are not overwhelmed. Studies show that … Read More