Workplace Mindfulness: How This Practice Leads to Next-Level Productivity
According to the New York Times, “In recent years, many companies – from Google to General Mills – have started teaching mindfulness in the office.” An article in the Guardian also suggests, “Mindfulness can help reduce anxiety, stress, and conflict, and increase resilience and emotional intelligence (EQ) while improving communication in the workplace.” But what does mindfulness in the […]
PTSD & Cognitive Effects in First Responders: Symptoms, Treatment, and Hope
The Journal of Emergency Medical Services suggests the mental health of first responders is highly overlooked. Even with the constant exposure to the job’s trauma and physical demands, front-line workers’ mental health needs are still not a priority. This oversight leads to re-occurring stress, suicide-ideation, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among first responders – resulting in health […]
The Brain Benefits of Music and Mindfulness
Music and mindfulness are known for promoting happiness, reducing stress, and even transporting individuals to another world. However, these two forms of relaxation may change more than just our mood. Researchers are working to understand how music and meditation can positively affect the brain. This article takes a deep dive into the latest research on […]
The Science of Meditation: 3 Major Benefits You Need to Know About
A myriad of articles and studies suggest the beneficial effects of meditation on physical, emotional, and psychological health and well-being. These advantages are far-reaching, including improving depression symptoms, anxiety, stress, and mental health disorders. We may understand the general benefits of meditation, but what are the biological, neurological, and chemical processes behind these outcomes? In […]
Top 7 Stress Reduction Techniques to Use in Addiction Recovery
One of the biggest challenges people face in addiction recovery is finding new ways to cope with stress. This article highlights the top seven stress reduction techniques and latest research that will benefit both patients and healthcare professionals during addiction treatment and recovery.