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ONE HEALTHY HABIT: Create a Nighttime Ritual

Oct 17, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Cat Thompson |Brian Johnson

After a full day, it can be tempting to collapse on the couch in front of the TV to disengage from the busyness of life. A mindful nighttime ritual, on the other hand, can make evenings more purposeful, healing, and calming. These meaningful self-care moments can help ease you into sleep more quickly by quieting busy brain chatter. Over time, they may even boost overall well-being.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT: Try Mindful Drinking

Sep 25, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Cat Thompson |Brian Johnson |Christy Rice

Many social events include alcohol, and choosing whether to imbibe with others tends to be a black-and-white decision — you either drink or abstain. If you decide to drink, sometimes you may feel social pressure to loosen personal limits on how much you consume. Mindful drinking, however, means conscious consumption. “It’s all about awareness and experiencing what you are doing,” says nutritional psychology expert Marc David, MA.
Embracing Intuitive Movement

Sep 10, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Maggie Fazeli Fard |Brian Johnson |Sonya Taylor |Gina Wagner

The first time I tried moving intuitively — that is, exercising in a way that honors my physical and psychological needs rather than as a way to control my body and mind — it didn’t feel intuitive at all. I’d spent so long believing that exercise was a tool to manipulate and fix a body I understood to be imperfect, to shrink it down to a size that fit the world I lived in.
Negative Pain Thoughts Questionnaire Short Form (NPTQ-SF) Scores and Outcomes After Arthroscopic Meniscectomy

Aug 23, 2024 | journals.sagepub.com | Brian Johnson |Cameron Thomson |Jorge H. Figueras |John Bonamer

Get full access to this articleView all access and purchase options for this article. References1. Baastrup S, Schultz R, Brødsgaard I, et al. A comparison of coping strategies in patients with fibromyalgia, chronic neuropathic pain, and pain-free controls. Scand J Psychol. 2016;57(6):516-522. 2. Benyon K, Hill S, Zadurian N, Mallen C. Coping strategies and self-efficacy as predictors of outcome in osteoarthritis: a systematic review. Musculoskeletal Care. 2010;8(4):224-236. 3.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT: Read Every Day

Aug 22, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Cat Thompson |Brian Johnson

When you commit to a daily reading habit, you’re not only reducing that stack of books collecting dust on your nightstand: You’re supporting memory and brain function, improving your mood, and increasing your empathy, among many other benefits — particularly when reading fiction. Reading at night can even aid your sleep. Audiobooks offer similar health benefits.
What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

Apr 18, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Alexandra Smith |Jon Spayde |Brian Johnson

Shakespeare wrote, “There is nothing good or bad, but thinking makes it so.” Centuries later, this axiom illustrates the concept behind one of the most effective and established theories in modern psychology: cognitive behavioral therapy. CBT evolved from early 20th-century behaviorism (made famous by the stimulus-response research involving rats, pigeons, and salivating dogs) into a more cognitive approach mid-century.
Preparing Your Wardrobe For Your Next Luxury Winter Break Away

Oct 24, 2023 | soulivity.com | Brian Johnson

The anticipation of a luxury winter getaway is exhilarating. Visions of how you intend to spend your time away from the hustle and bustle of daily life fuel the fire of excitement as you count down departure days. However, the key to truly savouring every moment lies in thoughtful preparation. While planning your itinerary and accommodations is essential, one aspect often overlooked is your wardrobe.
3 Great Ways To Be More Intimate With Your Partner

Oct 24, 2023 | soulivity.com | Brian Johnson

Intimacy is vital in a relationship, and that doesnâ€™t always mean physical intimacy. Developing an emotional and intellectual connection with your partner matters just as much. You could find youâ€™re not as intimate as youâ€™d like to be in your relationship. That doesnâ€™t mean itâ€™s time to leave, however. It just means youâ€™ll have to be more intimate with your partner. Thankfully, you can get that done in quite a few ways, and talking to your partner is great for this.
How To Love Yourself More

Oct 24, 2023 | soulivity.com | Brian Johnson
Mental Travel Plans Unexpected Vacation for Your Brain

Oct 24, 2023 | soulivity.com | Brian Johnson

Our minds are remarkable machines, capable of thinking, creating, and solving problems with astonishing ease. But like any intricate machinery, our mental health can become compromised at times due to stress or trauma - or simply from living human lives with varied emotional experiences and perspectives. Stress Is An Unwanted GuestLet's talk about stress - that unwelcome intruder who shows up unannounced at our mental doorstep with its heavy load.