Introduction: Defining Stress, A Work in Progress MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia (2022) defines stress as a feeling of emotional or physical tension. Alright, so you know that feeling when everything just seems to pile up and you start feeling all tense and overwhelmed? That's stress kicking in. It's your body's way of reacting to any kind
When we envision the arrival of spring and summer, a multitude of vivid scenes flood our thoughts — tending to flourishing gardens, relishing in the rhythmic crashing of ocean waves, and embarking on joyous family getaways. Yet, beneath the surface, our bodies undergo profound transformations in response to stress caused by shifting seasons, whether we
It is evident that social media has numerous advantages, including virtual connectivity for distant families, instant communication, and fast dissemination of information and marketing campaigns. However, despite its widespread usage in the digital age, social media is not immune to its downsides, particularly the adverse impact on our mental health. Overusing social media can lead
The stress you feel when it comes to preparing for school is completely valid. Photo by Sarah Pflug from Burst Summer is coming to an end. The sunshine, free time spent with friends, and everything else that comes with the summer are truly ending (mind you that it was predicted to snow in September). The
We all experience negative emotions once in a while, but it is important for us to be able to handle those emotions in a healthy and effective way. Sometimes, we may feel the urge to respond to our emotions in ways that might worsen the situation, such as getting into an argument with a parent,
Working is prevalent amongst almost all populations. High school students, university students, and adults will encounter work at some point in their lives as it is an economic means of survival. Working at a job is almost inevitable in life- unless you come from a billionaire family - then there will be a time in
When we think about food, we usually think about nourishment for our bodies. However, what we put into our bodies can affect our minds as well. "Everything in the brain that isn't made by the brain itself is imported from the food we eat." said Mosconi. Different macronutrients and micronutrients impact our emotions as well
Does this picture look familiar to you? You're not the only one who can relate. COVID-19 has many of us feeling: stretched too thin, overwhelmed, and that we are nowhere near as productive as we want to be or were prior to the pandemic. However, there are straightforward, effective habits that we can implement into
For all of us, the pandemic has put a dent into our regular day-to-day routines and responsibilities, quickly leaving us grappling at ways to develop a new "far-from-normal" routine that works for us. This may seem difficult, however creating a beneficial routine that is unique to you is not as hard as you may think! Although,
As we approach the end of the first month of 2021, you may be looking back at the goals you have set at the beginning of the year, or, you may have not set official goals yet. If you are in the latter group, you do not have to wait until next year to start
