What You See/Hear
Society these days teaches us to avoid discomfort; to avoid conflict; to stay safe. Our world caters to comfort. We sit for hours. We scroll for enjoyment. We avoid pain at all costs, and eat food that is “convenient” but not necessarily “real.” Could it be that this so-called “comfort” is actually part of the problem of why people are still hurting? We recently came across author Michael Easter’s book, The Comfort Crisis, which reminds us that doing hard things—like moving more, unplugging from screens, or pushing through physical pain—can actually rebuild our health and resilience. In his book, he […]
What is blue light? Blue light, a type of visible light with short wavelengths and high energy levels, can impact our health in various ways. Where does it come from? Blue light is naturally present in sunlight, however, the amount emitted is generally not considered harmful to humans due to the protective filtering by the Earth’s atmosphere and is beneficial for regulating our circadian rhythm and boosting alertness. It is the concentrated exposure to artificial blue light from devices, especially in the evening, that can have adverse effects on sleep patterns and overall health. Blue light primarily comes from various […]
Music is a universal language that connects us all. Beyond enjoyment, it offers significant health benefits for the mind, body, and soul. Whether it’s classical, pop, jazz, or worship music, the right tunes can positively impact your well-being! However, it is also important to be mindful of the impact that different genres, like aggressive music, might have on your health. Here are some health benefits of music: 1. Reduces Stress and Anxiety: Listening to soothing music can lower cortisol levels, the stress hormone. Studies have shown that calming music helps reduce anxiety, especially in medical settings. This is why music […]
Music has a very powerful effect on people. It can be used to distract us from negative feelings, boost our immune system, foster relaxing environments, and encourage us to recognize and feel our emotions. It can even activate memories that remind us of places, events, or people in our lives. Music is extremely influential to our brains! While listening to music, blood flow increases to the areas of the brain that control emotions, known as the limbic system. This system is important for processing and managing emotions and “lights” up when our ears sense music. 1 Music can affect our […]
Family and relationships are a huge part of our everyday lives. We are thankful for wonderful childhood memories that we will never forget. The backyard of Grandma’s house carries so many of those memories and still to this day creates even more memories. My grandmother has lived on the same street for over 50 years. In her backyard so many things and events have happened over the years. This first major event in the backyard occurred in 1996. This is the year my parents got married! Although this was before I was born, every time we are out there, I […]
Our wonderful team member Rachell who many of you see when you check in at the Hauser Neck Center often says, “remember, treatment progress is like a crockpot, not a microwave!” She often speaks to patients seated in the reception area. She loves when the patients speak to each other about their progress or their diagnoses or sometimes just sharing about their lives. Friendships have been born in that reception area. Many patients exchange phone numbers and become a source of encouragement and hope for one another. We just love this! We all know that everyone heals at different rates, […]