Remember when you were a child and spent hours outside playing with your friends? The games were simple–hide-and-seek, jump-rope, hopscotch, keep away, tag and more. You were so engaged and having so much fun that your name may have been called several times when it was…
General wellness articles
You might think it’s nice to have friends. But, did you know it’s actually good for your health? It can lead to a longer life and improved well-being. People with strong social ties have a 50% greater chance of survival than those with fewer social…
Ask any nutrition or fitness expert and they’ll agree that getting healthier starts with your eating habits. You can run 20 miles a week, lift weights and get 8 hours of sleep every night (which are all great to do too!). But if you’re eating…
By nature, we are social beings. We all have a desire to know and be known. When we have strong social connections, we make better choices and have better mental and physical health outcomes.1 And, research shows that social isolation can have a negative impact…
Stress. It’s not all in your head. Life can be stressful. Studies show that ongoing or severe stress can have negative effects on your mental and physical health.1 While you can’t change the world around you, there are things you can do to help…