Wellness

Mental Illness Awareness Week Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition. The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) reports that in 2018 alone 19.1% of U.S. adults experienced mental illness, that equals out to nearly 1 in 5 people. Mental illness affects everyone, whether directly or indirectly,

Why “Diets” Don’t Work Losing or maintaining a healthy weight is very common goal. So much so, that new “diets” are created all the time to help people achieve this goal. If you search for the best diet, you will have a variety of options pop up, including Keto, Low Carb, Low Fat, Paleo, Whole

Do Wellness Incentives Work? With health care costs continuing to rise, more and more organizations are incorporating wellness programs to help keep their employees healthy. However, the success of a wellness program depends greatly on participation, and participation rates can be difficult to maintain. As cited by The Benefits Guide, the Anthem’s Trends in Health Benefits

18th Annual National Women’s Health & Fitness Day Tomorrow, September 25, is the 18th Annual National Women’s Health and Fitness Day! This event is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for women of all ages. Along with the  participation of local organizations throughout the United States, this day focuses national attention on the importance

A Positive Attitude When you are feeling stressed and overworked, either at home or in your personal life, it can be easy to sink into the vicious cycle of negativity. The more negative thoughts you have, though, the more stressed you will feel. While it may not be easy, committing to a positive attitude is

Tips for New Leaders Whether you’ve just accepted a new leadership position or have been promoted to a leadership role, it can be overwhelming and stressful. You might think you have to hit the ground running and make a range of quick improvements and changes to prove you are fit to be a leader, but