Archive | December, 2019

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Rethinking Holiday Stress Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

One way to understand why the holidays are so stressful is to take an ACT-based approach to rethinking holiday stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a values-based approach to dealing with mental distress, is the perfect framework for understanding holiday stress because stress often occurs when two or more strongly held values conflict with each other. […]

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Maintaining a Healthy Weight throughout the Holiday Season

Delicious and guilty temptations are always abundant during the holiday season. Parties, family dinners, cookie exchanges, and gourmet gifts all contribute to our season of celebrations, not to mention our waistlines. It’s almost impossible not to gain a few extra pounds; but if you’re tired of making the annual resolution to lose the extra weight […]

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The Power of Protein

When you feel a slump in energy, caffeine is often the solution of choice. But wellness experts, fitness competitors, medical professionals and nutritional coaches know the power of protein for a boost. In fact, protein is the root source from where sustained energy blossoms and grows. Even if you’re not a carnivore, there are plenty […]

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