Today’s world can offer up a lot of stressors and as a result, many individuals face mounting pressures and mental health challenges. Recent studies reveal that pet ownership provides a unique sense of comfort and stability that can alleviate ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Everyone feels stress; it’s a normal part of life. Sometimes, stress can even help us focus, like when meeting a deadline. But stress and anxiety are often confused. Are they the same? No, they’re different. Understanding the difference ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Happy New Year, 2025, everyone! A new year is an opportunity to create new resolutions, goals, and focus on the things that matter most. Speaking of goals, maybe one of your goals this year is to be healthier. One of the first steps that you ... READ MORE
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Holidays can be a wonderful time, but they often bring stress with busy schedules, expectations, and planning. Here are some tips for a stress-free holiday: Plan Ahead Set a Budget: Decide how much you can spend on gifts, ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
The holiday season, while often joyful, can also bring stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges. Balancing obligations, financial pressures, and expectations while maintaining well-being can feel overwhelming. This year, rather than just surviving ... READ MORE
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Have you ever heard of creativity therapy? Creativity therapy is the use of drawing, painting, writing, sculpting, or playing music as a form of stress relief. It is similar to art therapy, but creativity therapy is a more general term for using ... READ MORE
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Authored by Angelika Keene & Hailey Peirce We all have an innate sense of what happiness is. Happiness is a universal feeling that we all desire to have. But did you know that happiness has been shown to actually impact various aspects ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
“Stressed is just desserts spelled backwards.” When I was younger, I took this saying to heart. If I was stressed, I reached for the sweets. That instant rush of sugar to my brain provided a feeling of happiness and contentment. But it was ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The holidays often bring a sense of joy, but not without stress for most families. The hustle and bustle, gift buying and meal preparation can be overwhelming. But this year, with challenges including COVID-19, stress may reach an all-time high. UF/IFAS ... READ MORE
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