Melissa HughesNov 4, 20204 minBrain Overload? 5 Ways to Reboot The human brain is amazing, but you don’t have to be a neuroscientist to know when you're on overload. Here are 5 scientific ways to reboot.
Melissa HughesNov 4, 20202 minWhy Laughter Really IS the Best MedicineOver the last few decades, we've learned a lot about how laughter affects the brain, the body, and our overall well-being.
Melissa HughesSep 4, 20205 minUnmet Expectations or Magical Thinking?Our expectations influence our reality as well as our interactions with those around us.
Melissa HughesAug 11, 20204 min6 "In-the-Moment" De-Stress Strategies for WorkWe all know that stress is bad for us physically and mentally. Calm your mind and reduce anxiety in minutes with these simple strategies.
Melissa HughesJul 6, 20204 min3 Brainy Secrets to Conquer Food CravingsCOVID disrupted our routines and increased anxiety and stress. It also created the perfect conditions for food cravings and weight gain.
Melissa HughesMay 27, 20203 minFeeling Lonely is More Than a FeelingWith Americans more physically isolated now because of coronavirus stay-at-home orders, loneliness is the second pandemic.
Melissa HughesMay 26, 20204 minWhen the Silver Linings TarnishIt’s hard to keep going when our brains are constantly pumping out stress hormones and on high alert.
Melissa HughesMay 20, 20202 min4 Ways to be More Mindful in Less Than a MinuteAre you interested in mindfulness meditation, but not sure if you have the know-how or the time? Mindfulness doesn’t have to be time-consumi
Melissa HughesApr 13, 20203 min7 Ways to Boost the Immune System and Reclaim a Sense of ControlChronic stress depresses the immune system and increases the risk of several types of illnesses making you more susceptible to viral illness
Melissa HughesApr 8, 20204 minThe Stress of UncertaintyMost of us are creatures of habit. When life throws a curveball, the stress we experience impacts our physical and emotional health.
Melissa HughesMar 26, 20203 minThe Catch-22 of the Pandemic PanicAnxiety thrives on uncertainty. When we feel like we have no control over a threat or danger, such as the current coronavirus situation, the
Melissa HughesDec 21, 20184 min4 Ways to a Smarter Brain Are you one of the 42% of Americans who will make a New Year’s resolution this year? If so, then losing weight or eating healthier is a...
Melissa HughesDec 21, 20182 min12 Steps to Take Better Care of YouEach of us have been given an amazing brain with unique gifts and talents. But it is the mind and soul that enables us to share those...
