The Fight for Equal Access: Problems People With Disabilities Face in the Healthcare System

While the world is becoming more accessible thanks to inclusion education and advancements in technology, some industries still lack equal access for those with disabilities. Unfortunately, the healthcare system is one of them. It seems ironic, considering the industry should be one of the most well-versed in knowing what people with disabilities need and how…

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How To Create An Allergy-Friendly Home

Have you noticed that you’ve become seemingly more and more sensitive to allergens over the past decade? It’s not just you, don’t worry. Studies have shown that the rate of airborne allergens, like pollen, have risen significantly over the past twenty years as overall global temps have continued to climb. This means that there is…

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Making Home Safer for an Older Person: 7 Practical Tips

Making home safe for an older person can seem like a huge undertaking, but it’s necessary for the health and wellbeing of our seniors. According to the AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey, 77% of seniors want to stay in their own homes as they age. Still, many do not have the necessary safety features…

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Overcoming Seasonal Affective Disorder in the Workplace

It’s the final stretch of winter for people in the northern parts of the U.S., and while the light-filled days of spring are closer, a significant number of people in your workforce may still be struggling with seasonal affective disorder. The American Psychiatric Association reports that approximately five percent of Americans suffer from seasonal affective disorder…

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Chicken Soup Vs. The Common Cold

Feed a cold and starve a fever? Or is it feed a fever and starve a cold? The old adage dates back to the 1500s when it was believed that feeding helped warm a body up, and therefore beat a cold; and starving deprived the body of energy, therefore helping it cool and stop a fever. It’s…

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How to Become a Nomad with a Disability

There are some common misconceptions and stereotypes that suggest being someone with a disability means you can’t travel or lead a nomadic lifestyle. Maybe you’ve bought into those misconceptions yourself, hammering against your self-esteem and keeping you in one place.   The good news is, for the most part, the stereotypes just aren’t true.  …

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Living Well With a Disability

There’s no doubt, coping with an unexpected disability can be challenging. But that doesn’t mean it’s hopeless. Though it may take time, it is possible to live very well despite your diagnosis. And the good news is that there are specific steps that you can take today to help you build the happy, fulfilling life…

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I Didn’t Know I Was Breathing Wrong

I have to be honest… until recently, breathing just wasn’t on my radar. I’ve always been breathing (obviously), and as a mindfulness meditation practitioner and certified teacher, I’ve spent plenty of time watching my breath. I just never thought much about the physiology of whether I was breathing correctly or not. So, while I spend…

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Resolution Reboot: Recommitting to Your New Year Goals

When February rolls around, some of us fist pump the air. “Yay! A whole month with my resolution.” Others (a larger amount, by the way) think, “Ugh. I have already failed.” Here’s the thing: February is a great time to reboot your resolution. In fact, ANY TIME is a great time. There is nothing magical…

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Long Legs vs. Short Legs. The Surprising Advantages.

Consider your legs for a moment. Are they long? Short? Does it matter?   Surprisingly, the length of our legs – whether short or long – offers unique advantages and drawbacks. The good news is that no leg length is “better.”   For different sports and for long-term health, leg length plays a big role.…

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I’m A Diet Skeptic, And This Is How I Lost 20 Pounds

I am not a doctor. I didn’t even like science in school. What I am is a sixty-something guy who works in an office and has been highly skeptical of all diets – I think they’re all fads – for my entire adult life. Diets typically have a gimmick, may work for a while, but…

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Finding an Employer That Truly Cares About Mental and Physical Health

Everybody wants to find a workplace that values its employees and provides a healthy working environment. However, 93% of Americans suffer from work-related stress and millions more live in constant financial anxiety due to inadequate access to disability coverage. If this combination of stress and inadequate support sounds familiar, then you should know that you’re…

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