Adjusting to MS is very much like a grieving process. We are often grieving the life we used to have; being able to run or dance, being able to wear high heeled shoes, being able to get up and go across the room or the parking lot or store without a mobility aid. Dr. Katherine [...]
I retired two years ago, after a 43 year career in Medical Technology. As a Technologist I worked in a hospital laboratory where my colleagues and I performed medical laboratory testing. These tests were performed on various pieces of instrumentation. In order to be sure that these instruments were performing optimally we did something called [...]
Do you remember how much fun it was to colour as a child? You don't need to be a child to enjoy colouring. Colouring has actually increased in popularity for adults because there are so many benefits. I find it a workout for my dexterity, fine motor skills and concentration. Colouring can help improve mindfulness. [...]
The phrase “Do what you love and love what you do” is generally associated with finding a job that you want to have, that makes you satisfied and happy. It’s a great sentiment! Articles with this title often mention, “If you find a job you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.” But [...]
Cortisol is a steroid hormone that is important for regulating many processes in the body, as well as helping to regulate your metabolism, and keep your immune system in check. Cortisol is our primary stress hormone that we used to require back in caveman days to avoid being eaten by the man-eating Saber-toothed tiger! Fight or [...]
Self-care quite literally means caring for your whole self. That can include anything we do to look after our physical, spiritual and emotional health — holistically. Self-care helps you maintain healthy relationships. That, in turn, allows you a better relationship with yourself. Engaging in a self-care routine has been clinically proven to reduce and/or eliminate [...]
So many of us are guilty of putting our health on the back burner to take care of others, or because our lives just get too busy... It’s time to put YOU first!!! Start by trying to be more grateful and happy When you are happy there are so many amazing benefits! An article from Purdue.edu [...]
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