Connecting with Self
A recent U.S. government report revealed that adults who had experienced any type of mental illness in the last year had higher rates of blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

A Remedy for Incivility
A recent study found that workplace incivility can become so toxic that workers carry the stress home to their partners, who in turn spread it to their own workplaces. Here's how to stop the ripple effect.

Maintain Your Brain
Much of what we do to keep our bodies healthy will also contribute to overall brain health. In addition to eating a heatlhy diet and exercising, there are a few things you can do that specifically benefit the brain itself.

Couples Yoga
As the popularity of yoga has increased in the United States, so has partner yoga. Women still lead the charge in attendance but partner yoga is helping bridge the gap for men who are a little less enthusiastic about trying a class by themselves.

Gifts of Love
With the recent celebration of Valentine’s Day, the status of our relationships may have crossed our minds. Romance and love are very important to people. Romantic love is a human universal.

Can Alcohol Increase Stress?
Many people turn to alcohol for stress relief, but recent research provides evidence that alcohol consumption actually prolongs stress and causes additional harm to the liver.

The Rewards of Giving
“When the going gets tough, the tough get going.” History attributes the quote to Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr., father of our 35th President. Rephrased, it defines a core truth: “When a situation becomes difficult, strong people take action.”

Yoga Breathing Reduces Stress
In small doses, stress can keep you on your toes, sharpen your mind and keep things interesting. But too much stress can have significant effects on your physical and emotional health. Yoga breathing can be a great remedy.

Consequences of Sleep Deprivation
Sleep is often something we take for granted until something happens that prevents us from getting enough rest. If you're not waking up refreshed and ready to tackle the day, ask yourself these questions.

Exercising Depression Away
It’s important for us to understand the causes and signs of depression, some ways to manage it on our own and when to seek professional help. Find out how exercise can play an important role in recovery.