Self-care isn’t selfish Taking care of yourself can help you recharge. But you don’t need a trip to the spa to reduce stress. Try these proven activities anytime, anywhere.
Best Friend Fridays™ celebrate our pet companions who are always there for us – helping us handle stress and boosting our physical and mental health. Having a pet is a Healthy Bond for Life™ that may help you live a longer, healthier life! (And we’ve got the science to prove it.) Pets can help you:…
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Think about it. Your brain is always “on.” It takes care of your thoughts and movements, your breathing and heartbeat, your senses — it works hard 24/7, even while you’re asleep. This means your brain requires a constant supply of fuel. That “fuel” comes from the foods you eat — and what’s in that fuel…
As with any new skill you are trying to learn, daily practice is important to acquiring mastery of these techniques. Meditation The beauty of practicing meditation is that it allows you to “let go” of every day worries and literally “live in the moment.” People who meditate regularly report improvements physically, mentally, and spiritually. To…
The Rosehouse This health and wellness facility opened its doors in 1997. Located at 120 Statesman Drive in Lafayette, this Center provides nutritional and health related activities designed to stimulate physical and mental well-being. Activities consist of health talks, an exercise equipment room, chair volleyball, bingo, line dancing and exercise classes. Monday-Thursday | 8:00 a.m….