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Taking Care of an Ill Loved One

I didn't think of myself as the nurturing type as I grew up, but when my grandmother became seriously ill while I was in college, my caregiver side came out. I started living with her and balancing her care with my schoolwork. It was very challenging, but seeing her recover and regain her ability to live independently was well worth the five years of hard work. Now I'm returning again to help my grandmother so she can once again stay at home, and I've decided to share some of my experiences online to help other caregivers feel like they're not so alone.

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Starting Your Day Right: 3 Morning Routines That Will Combat Depression

Posted on September 14, 2016

Even if everything may be going right, you can still suffer from depression. Depression is becoming a major issue in America, affecting roughly 20 million people each year. If you're sick of feeling hopeless, helpless and down, it's time to become your own savior. While there are plenty of self help books out there, most professionals recommend taking action to start your day right, as it can have profound effects on your struggle with depression, and your ability to conquer the day. [Read More]

3 Medical Conditions That Can Result From Physical Inactivity

Posted on September 14, 2016

In today's society, many people lead sedentary lifestyles. Our busy and hectic lives often involve long periods sitting at desks and traveling in cars, meaning that many of us fail to get enough physical exercise. While finding the time to exercise may be difficult, physical inactivity can pose serious risks to your health. As well as being linked to obesity, physical inactivity can also increase the risks of serious medical conditions. [Read More]

Morning Hip Stiffness: What Is It And How Do You Fight It?

Posted on August 11, 2016

If your hips feel stiff in morning, even after seemingly sleeping soundly during the night, you may wonder what's going on with your health. Although stiff joints and muscles are often associated with fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis, it may not always be the case. These types of conditions create problems in multiple body areas and not just your hips. Other factors may be reasons for your stiffness, including sleeping in the same position all night long and overexerting yourself during exercise during the day. [Read More]

Does Your Spouse Need To Give Up Alcohol? Get Started With Basic Recovery Options

Posted on June 29, 2016

Have you noticed that your spouse has a drinking problem, and it's time for them to get clean? If so, you can enroll them in different programs to help them get sober, and to help them start living a lifestyle that both of you can be proud of. Here are a few things that you'll want to look into so your spouse can put down the bottle and start living their life. [Read More]