Throughout history, women have faced numerous challenges and obstacles that have shaped their experiences and impacted their opportunities in society. From ancient civilizations to modern times, the plight of women has been a central theme in the struggle for equality and empowerment. Let’s explore the historical context of women’s plight. Women’s plight in history can be traced back to ancient civilizations where women were often relegated to subordinate roles in society. In many societies, women were considered property of their husbands or fathers, with little to no rights or autonomy. They ..read more

Human connection satisfies a fundamental need to belong and is established by recognizing and valuing each other. Kindness fosters connection by creating a sense of acceptance and reduces feelings of isolation. A moment spent sending wishes of friendliness, concern, or support nurtures connection and builds an individual’s capacity for kindness. You can maintain social ties and strengthen them as we help each other. Practicing kindness towards self …or others promotes happiness and confidence while simultaneously building character. Improving someone’s day through an unexpected kind gesture en ..read more

In the ever-evolving world of health and fitness, staying ahead of the curve is the key to unlocking your full potential. As we head into the future, it’s time to fasten our seatbelts and prepare for a thrilling ride through the most anticipated health trends in the world of wellness. From futuristic fitness technologies that transform the way we work out to groundbreaking holistic strategies that nourish both body and mind, 2024 promises to be a revolutionary chapter in the health and fitness world. In this blog post, we’ll take you on a journey into the future, exploring the trending health ..read more

Even if you live somewhere you are fortunate to enjoy sunny days during the winter, the season itself can bring on a lot of additional stress. Beginning with end-of-year schooling in December, going straight into busy holiday activities, traveling to see family (often to cold, rainy and snowy climates), followed by the start of a new year… acclimating yourself to new changes, time constraints, catching up on work and more, can be a LOT to handle! All of this, in addition to fewer daylight hours, can throw you into a winter funk.  But winter can be an amazing season for your phys ..read more

Next week National Fast Food Day will celebrate fast food restaurants and the food that they sell. Fast food usually consists of prepackaged and ready-made food that can be quickly cooked—often by deep frying or microwaving—and eaten; most is designed to be eaten on the go, and does not require cutlery. Common fast foods include burgers, french fries, fried chicken, fish and chips, pizza, tacos, chicken nuggets, hot dogs, sandwiches, and ice cream. Fast food is typically high in sugar, salt, saturated fat, and calories, and is linked to many health problems. Fast food restaurants usually sell ..read more

What Is Intuitive Eating? Intuitive Eating is a non-diet approach to health. The holistic framework focuses on internal cues rather than external rules to help guide eating and movement choices. It was developed in 1995 by two dietitians, Evelyn Tribole, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, and Elyse Resch, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, FADA, FAND. Intuitive Eating promotes eating in a way that works best for the body and brain while honoring both physical and mental health. The ultimate goal is to cultivate a more peaceful and healthy relationship with both food and the body.  IntuitiveEating.org describes I ..read more

If there’s one kind of weather extreme that scientists clearly link to climate change, it’s worsening heat waves. In general, climate models indicate that heat waves all over the globe will grow more frequent and more intense as the world warms. There’s the typical hot summer weather—and then there are heat waves! Much like other natural disasters, heat waves can be very dangerous. Most of the world’s population has experienced record-breaking heat in recent days. This year, something else is adding fuel to the fire: the El Niño climate pattern. That seasonal shift makes global temperatur ..read more

Spiritual wellness is the path to inner peace, regardless of the turmoil around you. Spirit describes the capacity to have faith, and to recognize the links between you, others, and the world around you. It does not necessarily correlate with a religious belief, although this might form an important part of your spirituality. “The spiritual dimension draws upon the sources that inspire and uplift you and tie you to timeless truths of humanity.” – Stephen Covey Spirit is also reflected in places that draw a connection, such as places you grew up in, the beaches you surfed, lakes, mountai ..read more

February is American Heart Month, a time when all people can focus on their cardiovascular health. Heart disease has long been the No. 1 cause of death among adults in the United States. Research has also shown that current and former service members are at greater risk for heart disease and heart attack than the civilian population as well. What are the risks of heart disease? Coronary heart disease, or when the arteries that supply blood to the heart narrow or become blocked, is the most common type of heart disease. The loss of blood flow to the heart can lead to a heart attack. Where ..read more

If you haven’t touched your toes since high school gym class, take note: Supple joints not only help prevent injury, they also improve things like your golf swing and performance on the basketball court, and preserve your ability to perform simple activities of basic living. Whether you’re bending down to tie your shoes, or reaching overhead to get something out of a cabinet, your muscles — and in turn, your joints — must stay pliable to maintain full range of motion. If you don’t have that flexibility, other muscles kick in to compensate for the deficits. Why are some people more flexible tha ..read more