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The Reality of Alcoholism and Its Devastating Effects

Healing, Mental Health, Mind, Personal Growth, Spirit

This post was written by Parris Wells, Director of Marketing at New Method Wellness.

Most of society has a singular view of alcoholism from a pop culture lens: Charlie Sheen’s ‘#winning’, that ‘one girl’ from The Bachelor who over-drinks and causes chaos in the house, and any college-related TV show or movie that depicts excessive drinking without consequences.

A few scrolls on Instagram, and you find exaggerated memes alluding to a humorous dependence on alcohol from popular brands. [Read more…] about The Reality of Alcoholism and Its Devastating Effects

Originally posted on April 28, 2016 @ 8:30 am

5 More Meditation Books to Deal With Real Life Issues

Meditation

Meditation comes in different shapes and sizes, but the goal is the same: to find stillness and peace, balance and center, and have an overall feeling of wellness.

Meditation is second nature to some people, but for others, a clear introduction to the practice and guidance in execution  is necessary, hence the article I wrote some time ago: 5 Meditation Books for Beginners.

Related: Meditation for Pain

If you’ve gone through those books, or you feel that you need more information, here are more meditation books that can take your practice to the next level. [Read more…] about 5 More Meditation Books to Deal With Real Life Issues

Originally posted on April 26, 2016 @ 10:30 am

7 Fun Ways to Improve Your Memory

Body, Mind

Do you have 10 copies of your house keys because you always forget them? Do you have to run around the house looking for your car keys in the morning? How about remembering names? Are you simply “bad with names”?

Maybe you’re suffering from memory loss.

5 Tips for Improving Focus & Your Mind

Some of us are naturally forgetful, some become forgetful due to age or a medical issue. Additionally, people who have had general anesthesia may suffer from memory loss.

Whatever the reason may be, there are ways you can improve your memory. If you don’t have a serious condition, these memory improvement techniques can help. [Read more…] about 7 Fun Ways to Improve Your Memory

Originally posted on April 21, 2016 @ 8:30 am

15 Relaxing Things to Do to Quickly Relieve Stress

Mental Health, Mind

Relaxing should be intuitive, shouldn’t it? Who doesn’t want to feel relaxed and stress-free?

While that seems like a no-brainer, for people who are under constant stress – whether because of work or other personal issues – being able to truly relax may not be easy. There is no such thing as an “ON/OFF” switch to relax.

stress levels

Related: How to Stop Stressing Out When You Know You’ll Be Stressing Out

Whether you find letting go of stress easy or you’re one of those whose muscles are always tense, here are some relaxing things to so that will quickly relieve stress. They may not have a “forever” effect, but they’re easy go-to activities that work over time.

Some of these activities may already be familiar, but I promise you, you’ll find some new gems in this list. [Read more…] about 15 Relaxing Things to Do to Quickly Relieve Stress

Originally posted on April 7, 2016 @ 8:00 am

Beat Depression by Yourself: Is it Possible?

Mental Health, Mind, Mindfulness

Depression drains energy like the bathtub drain sucks water when the plug is removed. There may be days when the energy drain isn’t too bad, but there are days when you just can’t get out of bed.

Many people will say that it is all right to ask for help and that every person who thinks – even in the slightest – he is depressed should go see a doctor. I agree in that there should be no shame in seeking help (although agreeing and reality are sometimes not aligned). However, there is also the idea that depression can be handled and beaten alone.

Is it indeed possible to beat depression by yourself? [Read more…] about Beat Depression by Yourself: Is it Possible?

Originally posted on April 5, 2016 @ 8:00 am