In my last post, I explained how elevated cortisol levels can impact our heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar. But high cortisol can also impact the brain by affecting critical thinking, risk assessment, and self-control.

You may recall that before the holidays I wrote a blog about the importance of putting down your phone and unplugging for a while. I have to say I was surprised by the response it generated, with so many of you telling me that it really resonated with you! We know...

Did you know that “a sigh of relief” is more than just an expression? It turns out that sighing is actually good for our brains and our bodies. Researchers at the University of Leuven in Belgium have discovered that sighing helps us return to normal breathing patterns...

I love fall. I love the vivid colors, the sound of dried leaves crunching under my feet, the smell of fireplaces being awakened, the feel of my favorite warm sweater. I love it all. But as much as I love it, I’ll admit that I don’t always allow myself to ENJOY it. I...

In my last blog, I discussed the potential negative impacts of spending too much time on social media. But getting our heads off our screens can actually be good for us in another way. Consider this: On a recent visit to New York...