Author Archives: JmaC

Staying Positive

Posted on February 15, 2014 by JmaC

How Staying Positive Helps: It’s likely our species survived because of our knack for detecting danger. But our worry-filled thoughts can present dangers of their own: Thinking negatively can drag down our moods, our actions and even our health. Experts … Continue reading →

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How exercise helps

Posted on February 15, 2014 by JmaC

EXERCISE HELPS: How Exercise Helps: The dusty tennis shoes. The gym membership that mostly exercises your wallet. The jump rope coiled at the back of the closet. Lots of us have proof that it can be tough to stick with … Continue reading →

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Helping Others

Posted on February 15, 2014 by JmaC

How Helping Others Helps You: If you lug your elderly neighbor’s groceries up her steps, clearly it’s good for her. But did you know that it’s likely good for you too? Research indicates that those who consistently help other people … Continue reading →

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Create joy and satisfaction

Posted on February 15, 2014 by JmaC

Create Joy and Satisfaction Do you have tons of items on your to-do list? Well, add one more. It’s time to pencil in a little pleasure. Chances are, you simply deserve some joy and satisfaction. But if you prefer, you … Continue reading →

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How healthy eating helps

Posted on February 15, 2014 by JmaC

How Healthy Eating Helps Mom was right: You’ve got to eat well to function well. Just in case you didn’t gobble up Mom’s wisdom, here are some useful tidbits. Among other benefits, good food can: •boost your energy •lower the … Continue reading →

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