Seasonal affective disorder, sometimes referred to as seasonal depression or simply SAD, is amood disorder that primarily impacts people during the short, dark, colder days of the winterseason. Because of its unpredictability and often varying length, seasonal affective disorder canbe difficult to recognize and diagnose, even for trained physicians. As we continue to navigatethrough the... Read more
Category: Happier Way Originals
4 Tips for Avoiding Burnout During the Great Resignation
Few, if any, impactful events in history have come and gone without earning some type of titlethat is either catchy, descriptive, or both. That is certainly the case with what the economy hasbeen experiencing over the last several months, and perhaps for many more months to come:The Great Resignation. This is a play on both... Read more
How Structured Morning Routines Help Improve Overall Well-Being
Someone in your life has undoubtedly told you, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” And for good reason: there is truth behind that statement, as cliché as it may sound after hearing it time and time again. According to WebMD, “breakfast kick-starts your metabolism, helping you burn calories throughout the day.” The... Read more
Tips for Transitioning Into a Post Covid World
Happier Way Original - Nothing feels like it will ever be the same since the spring of 2020, yet numerous lockdowns, Zoom dinners, Teams meetings, online lectures later, we are finally at a point where we can see the end in sight. Playgrounds and classrooms are filling up once again, the clinking of cutlery... Read more
How You Can Take Action on World Suicide Prevention Day
Happier Way Original - As we approach World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, we must take a step back and reflect on the terrible impact that suicide has had on our society. The National Institute of Mental Health has compiled eye-opening statistics about suicide in the United States. For people 34 and younger, suicide... Read more
5 Tips to Practice Mindful Eating
Happier Way Original - Mindful Eating Mindful eating refers to the act of paying attention to our food and purposefully consuming it without any judgment. Mindful eating emphasizes people's sensual awareness of the food they are eating and their experience while eating it. Sometimes we eat without giving much thought to it. While there is... Read more
How to Maintain a Healthy Work-Life Balance While Working from Home
Happier Way Original - The pandemic changed the way we think, feel, and act. This means that virtually all aspects of life were impacted. As employees shifted away from the office and the lines between home and work became blurred, it became even more important than ever to dedicate mental strength toward maintaining a healthy... Read more
Sleep Tips: How to create a better sleep pattern
Happier Way Original - A guide for better and healthier sleep You have probably sensed how your sleep can affect your physical and mental health. Some days you feel rested, and other days - the quest to find a good sleeping pose on every possible side of your bed seems endless, making you feel agitated... Read more
How to Cope with Grief After Losing a Coworker
Happier Way Original - Are you working to live or living to work? Some people can easily make that distinction while others may find it difficult to say. Regardless, the average American spends 90,000 hours working throughout his or her lifetime, so the workplace is undoubtedly a key place for socializing and forming long-term bonds... Read more
The Science-Based Benefits of Yoga
Happier Way Original - Yoga has been a well-known benefactor for the overall well-being in the Eastern parts of the world. It was introduced in the US at the end of the 19th century, and since then, the number of active practitioners across the country has been widely spread. There is a reason why yoga... Read more
5 Ways to Combat Digital Fatigue
Happier Way Original - Improving your overall wellness means prioritizing not only your physical health but also your mental health. As the world moves toward more hybrid and remote working and learning environments, one growing concern among many experts is the impact that digital fatigue will have employees and students. Digital fatigue is the exhaustion... Read more
3 Proven Strategies for Prioritizing Mental Health While Working
Happier Way Original - Mental health, particularly as we endure and emerge from a global pandemic, perhaps has never been more important than today. With so much uncertainty surrounding health, jobs, politics, and the economy, it is understandable to feel added stress. This is especially true while working, as many people saw their daily work... Read more
3 Ways to Break the Mental Illness Stigma
Happier Way Original - Too often, when something is not fully understood a stigma is attached to it. These stigmas, or “marks of shame or discredit,” according to Merriam-Webster, are frequently unwarranted and actually cause even greater harm to the issue at hand. The mental illness stigma has long been a problem in the United... Read more
Using Mindfulness to Improve Emotional Wellbeing
Happier Way Original - One of the best ways to achieve—and maintain—emotional wellbeing is to get really good at staying present. When you can keep your attention, your thoughts, and your focus on the here and now, you are better able to enjoy moments, feel gratitude, appreciate your achievements, get work done effectively, and express... Read more