Category: Health & Wellness

For women aged 40 and up, sleep disruptions are common, especially with the hormonal changes that come with perimenopause and menopause. These shifts can cause frequent night waking, and when stress or anxiety hits, it can feel impossible to get back to sleep. Here are 10 effective, research-backed remedies to help you settle back into…

Rediscovering the Power of Gratitude The power of gratitude goes far beyond a simple “thank you”—it’s a shift in how we see our lives, an invitation to embrace even the smallest blessings. When we begin to look through the lens of gratitude, we’re opening the door to a freer, more fulfilled life—a cageless life—where joy…

A couple weeks ago I attended a women’s conference.  One of the conference presentations was a panel discussion.  The facilitator asked the panelists if they believed that work/life balance was a myth? Here are my thoughts… Having a perfectly balanced life is unattainable.  Either work or life will take priority.  With that said, it is…

Addressing Burnout in Healthcare: A Leadership Perspective For the first time since 2020, physician burnout has dropped below 50%.  According to a recent study by the American Medical Association (AMA), 48% of physicians surveyed by the AMA, reported feeling burned out.  Despite the improvement, burnout among healthcare professionals continues to be at critical levels. Based…

Understanding the Stress-Inflammation Connection: Navigating the Hazards of Silent Inflammation The term burnout may be overused, but burnout in the workplace is still prevalent. According to a 2023 study, burnout in the business sector was described as a silent epidemic that very few are prepared for.  Research showed that a whopping 62% of employees reported…

Celebrating National Wellness Month: The Vital Importance of Self-Care August is National Wellness Month, a perfect time to focus on enhancing our health and well-being. In our fast-paced, stressful lives, it’s essential to prioritize self-care. Self-care is a set of deliberate and proactive actions that individuals take to promote their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. …

In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of work-life balance is often heralded as the key to a fulfilling and sustainable lifestyle. However, upon closer examination, it becomes apparent that this widely accepted notion is nothing more than a myth—a deceptive ideal perpetuated by societal norms and expectations. The very concept of balance implies a static…

Identifying a Toxic Work Environment No matter how much you are making, your peace of mind should always come first. In an ideal world, you would look forward to going to work, but the reality is often not so rosy. Sometimes, things can turn sour, and the negativity around you can reach a point where…