Author Archives: Timothy Kirk
Author Archives: Timothy Kirk
“If you’re reading this: Drink a glass of water. You likely need it, as 75 percent of Americans are described as “chronically dehydrated.” While achieving a state of hydration might seem enviable and impossible, fret not because it’s doable. And the health benefits are not only encouraging, but they are also downright inspiring in the […]
Continue reading“Keeping a journal is a great way to process your thoughts and emotions. Additionally, it helps you remember your life experiences. If you’re ready to start journaling, decide on what type of journal you want to keep. Then, express your thoughts, experiences, and ideas in your journal entries. To keep up your journaling habit, challenge […]
Continue reading“While it may be difficult to see the light in this dark time, it’s possible that the COVID-19 pandemic can impact your mental health for the better. Of course, it’s natural that you might not feel very positive right now nor have the capacity to be optimistic as you confront these complicated circumstances and ensuing […]
Continue reading“There are four chemicals that exist in our bodies that are responsible for making us feel our lives are satisfying, happy, content and fulfilling. Each of these chemicals is responsible for different experiences in our life that lead to fulfillment. These chemicals are dopamine, endorphins, serotonin and oxytocin,” writes Dr. Shelly Zavala for the Newport […]
Continue reading“Practicing self-care may seem trivial, or it may seem hopelessly out of reach right now, but it’s critical to alleviating the effects of stress. Go for a short walk or do a few calisthenics. Spend a few minutes talking to a friend on the phone. Taking a few moments to sit and breathe deeply may […]
Continue readingIf you’ve gained weight during the COVID-19 pandemic, you aren’t alone. The “Quarantine 15” — refers to weight gain some people have experienced since stay-at-home guidelines went into effect. Most likely cause is due to a disruption in daily routine and habits…” Says Dr. Donald Hensrud, medical director of Mayo Clinic’s Healthy Living Program in […]
Continue reading“So doctors and medical facilities trying to alert their patients to the dangers from COVID-19 now have another important message: It is both safe and wise to call for an appointment and seek the treatment or ongoing care you and your family need. The health of Hoosiers, and the future of Indiana health care, depends […]
Continue readingIn this linked article, James Clear writes: “None of these stories are mine. They were sent to me by readers of (my book) Atomic Habits. My hope is that these examples will illustrate how real people are putting the book into practice. They will show you what people are actually doing to build good habits […]
Continue readingI have an article from ABC news to share. It’s an “Oldie But Goodie.” I saved it 15 years ago and as I read it today it is still spot on. The National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) at the time of this article in 2004 had 5000+ members. To be a member they had to […]
Continue reading“I am that person who hates drinking water… But a few months ago, I began to suspect that chronic dehydration was the reason I continually felt tired and achy. So, in an effort to overcompensate my way to better life habits, I decided to slosh through a feat known across the internet as the Water […]
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