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Nov 17, 2024 | 
relationshipsmart.com | Stephanie Orford
“Look what you made me do!” Do you have memories of being blamed for something you weren’t responsible for? I do, and they still sting. Maybe yours do too. When one person blames another for their own feelings or behavior, it’s unjust and can lead to conflict. Because wouldn’t you fight back or at least get defensive if you were unfairly accused?
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Oct 8, 2024 | 
bezzycopd.com | Stephanie Orford
Keeping up with health info is critical, especially when you have a chronic illness — but fake and fishy stories, ads, and recommendations are everywhere. Here’s how to suss out the truth. A recent viral story on TikTok insisted that raw potato juice can cure throat infections. Another claimed that beer can help you get a better tan. True? No. But they’re tempting to believe. Misformation like this has clout on social media, spreading further and faster than fact-checked information.
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Mar 29, 2024 | 
bezzybc.com | Stephanie Orford
Do you speak to yourself like a friend? Self-compassion can benefit those with chronic illness by decreasing stress and inflammation. Here’s how to get started. There are plenty of challenges to being chronically ill. One powerful tool to help you cope is becoming chronically mindful. Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or you’re mindful-curious, You Are Here offers unique perspectives and simple strategies to connect more deeply with life, no matter what it throws your way.
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Sep 24, 2023 | 
southfloridareporter.com | Debra Wilson |Stephanie Orford
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT — By Stephanie OrfordYour 50s and 60s are a time of transition. If you have kids, they might have left home recently, leaving you with newfound freedom. It’s also around when you might be retiring from work and looking for more activities to fill your time. Many people experience social isolation during this phase.
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Aug 17, 2023 | 
greatist.com | Stephanie Orford
Popping over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines can really help with allergies. But you might want to try a few naturally derived supplements too. Certain plant-based supplements may help bring down inflammation and reduce your hay fever symptoms, including congestion, runny nose, and sneezing. We’ve partnered with Walmart to bring you this list of a few allergy-busting biggies to keep on your radar:1.
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Aug 17, 2023 | 
greatist.com | Stephanie Orford
Your gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the billions of microorganisms that call it home are intricately connected to your brain, your immune system, and other key body systems. When it comes to your health, trust your gut. Tummy troubles — like bellyaches, constipation, bloating, and diarrhea — might mean something’s up with your health. On the flip side, a happy, diverse microbiome can have a positive impact on your overall well-being.
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Aug 13, 2023 | 
healthline.com | Stephanie Orford
Part of being a parent means dealing with cycles of shared illness. Here’s how I cope when my kids and I are sick. In the pharmacy, I push my runny-nosed 3-year-old in her stroller, looking for some kind of medication to help her sleep through the night. I cross paths mid-aisle with another mom corralling two kids while she coughs into her sleeve. We nod and pass like ships in the night. If you’re a parent who’s just entered the world of day care, welcome. I see you.
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Jul 6, 2023 | 
healthline.com | Stephanie Orford
You’re a family caregiver if you help out with everyday needs for a loved one — like an aging parent or a family member with a chronic condition like Alzheimer’s or multiple sclerosis (MS). In 2015, the Family Caregiving Alliance reported there were about 34.2 million people in the United States providing unpaid care to an older adult. Many people find family caregiving very rewarding, but it can also be a tough job. Household activities alone take caregivers an average of 85 hours a month.
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Jul 6, 2023 | 
healthline.com | Stephanie Orford
Your 50s and 60s are a time of transition. If you have kids, they might have left home recently, leaving you with newfound freedom. It’s also around when you might be retiring from work and looking for more activities to fill your time. Many people experience social isolation during this phase.
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Jun 28, 2023 | 
healthline.com | Stephanie Orford
Having grown-up kids living at home can be nice, but without proper communication, conflict can easily arise. Here’s how to navigate the situation. If your adult children are living at home, you’re part of a growing crowd. About 1 in 3 Americans between the ages of 18 and 34 live with their parents, according to U.S. Census Bureau data from 2021. Adult children in the U.S. and around the world are increasingly staying in the family home for longer.
