How many of you start your week off, before it even truly starts, with a million different thoughts racing through your mind? A laundry list of all these big and small things you have to get done, where you have to go, and the list goes on. All of this causes a waterfall of stress-filled or anxiety-provoking thoughts. I like to refer to these as the “Sunday Scaries.” I’ll have to admit, I get the “Sunday Scaries” now and then, but I have realized that by thinking so negativel

We're just six days away from Thanksgiving. Is your turkey still in the deep freeze? Here are some tips for safe thawing (and a couple of things you should NEVER do). 1) The fridge is the best and most straightforward method, but it does take the longest. Keep the bird in its original wrapper and place it (breast-side up) in a container or tray that will keep juices off other foods. Plan for about 24 hours for each 4-5# of turkey, so if you have a 25# turkey, it's time to

Those that battle with the harsh reality of an eating disorder are also faced with an additional fear of judgment and stress. All of those fears are surrounded by the serious and dangerous stigma of eating disorders. The question is, do you know anyone with signs of disordered eating? The American Psychiatric Association defines an eating disorder as an illness “in which the people experience severe disturbances in their eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions.” Th

The upcoming cold weather might make you want to consider hibernation, but staying active during the winter months is good for the body and brain. Here are some suggestions to keep your healthy activity habits, even when the weather is a little frightful. 1) Find the light. It's getting dark early, I get it. I'm an evening exerciser, so this is something that I have to deal with frequently. If you choose to workout outside after dark, be sure to wear reflective clothing a