Post Tagged with: "sleep"

by / on March 5, 2024 at 3:00 pm / in Wellness

Clarity

Is it just me or does it seem that people are struggling more than is typical these days? I don’t know if this is the carry over from the pandemic because of the uncertainty it stirred up, the current economic conditions, the current disruptions in our industry or whether it is just my perception. I do know that it is […]

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by / on January 17, 2024 at 1:15 pm / in Wellness

Is the Grey Getting to You?

We’re officially coming down from the high of the holidays around the world. It’s not always happiness and joy for everyone, and it can be a tough time especially for those living in the Northern Hemisphere who, for the next two or more months, must also contend with gray, chilly days, and the long, dark nights of winter. Forecasts for […]

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by / on September 6, 2023 at 11:40 am / in Wellness

Balancing Productivity with Health and Wellness: Why It’s Essential

In our fast-paced world, productivity often takes the spotlight. The race to achieve more in less time can sometimes overshadow the importance of our health and well-being. However, the two are inextricably linked. Let’s delve into why considering health and wellness while aiming to boost productivity isn’t just an option—it’s essential. 1. The Foundation of Peak Performance Just as a […]

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by / on May 4, 2023 at 10:00 am / in Health

Food as Fuel – Lessons From Fasting

The phrase “food as fuel” never really resonated with me until I started fasting. Now, a word before I go on. Goodness knows I’m no expert on fasting. I did my own research before I started, and you should too. So, a couple of years ago, I decided to give it a try. I chose the period from Sunday night […]

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by / on May 15, 2020 at 2:00 pm / in Health

Stress Less and Start Living: The Sleep-Stress Cycle, Part 4

Did you know you should be getting seven to nine hours of quality sleep each night for optimal health? Yet 35.2% of American adults aren’t getting enough sleep and 33% report symptoms of insomnia – difficulty falling or staying asleep – every night. And that’s on a good day! With us all cooped up and restless due to the pandemic, […]

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by / on October 20, 2017 at 1:45 pm / in Health

5 Yogic Secrets to a Good Night’s Sleep

Nav is a high achiever. She has lots on the go and tight deadlines to meet. She loves Chai lattes and spicy food. As much as she enjoys her busy schedule, it affects her sleep. She has a hard time falling asleep and wakes up anxious in the middle of the night unable to fall back asleep. Not getting enough […]

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by / on June 24, 2015 at 9:30 am / in Health

Healthy Summertime Living – Part 2

With an abundance of the best of what nature has to offer, summertime is the right time pay attention to your healthy lifestyle. Here are some more tips from Dr. Gregg for great summertime living. 6. Create some fun in the sun The brain is loaded with vitamin D receptors and we now know that vitamin D plays a critical […]

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by / on April 8, 2015 at 8:45 am / in Wellness

Focus on Sleep

To ensure that you’re doing all that you can to maximize high-quality, restful sleep, following are some tips for counting sheep like a rock star: Maintain regular sleep habits: Experts in sleep medicine like to call this “sleep hygiene”, the ways in which we ensure refreshing sleep night after night. Go to bed and get up roughly the same time […]

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by / on October 16, 2014 at 9:05 am / in Wellness

Sleep Deprivation

Sleep deprivation can cause many harmful and potentially long term side effects. New parents and college students will probably agree with me when I say how much sleep is missed when you are not getting enough. Below are a few side effects that can come from lack of sleep: Short Term: Decreased performance and alertness Memory and cognitive impairment Stress […]

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by / on July 10, 2014 at 6:26 pm / in Wellness

Count Sheep Like a Champion

Successful people understand that establishing great sleeping habits is critical to their success. That’s why bedtime routines are a ritual that is non-negotiable! Here are nine nightly habits you can develop to count sheep like a champion! 1. Read. Leaders are readers. Successful people consider reading before bed indispensable. Reading is the hallmark of a champion. 2. Meditate. Why medicate […]

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