Do you suffer from migraines or know someone who does? Have you ever wondered what a migraine is and what causes one? Most people know someone who has migraines, but many people do not know what a migraine really is. In fact, doctors are still not entirely sure what causes migraines in the first place. And they often prescribe medication that was meant for some other health issue, but seems to work for migraines even though they can’t say why. My migraine experience has taught me many things. And I’m still learning. I have struggled with migraines for the last Read More
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Mindfulness Works: It’s More Than the Latest Buzz Word
If you spend much time on social media, you may be familiar with the buzz about mindfulness. A search on Pinterest will yield thousands of results. #mindfulness has over 4 million posts on Instagram. I did a quick search of TED talks on YouTube and found over 100 pertaining to mindfulness. There are also several hundred apps for mindfulness. It seems like everyone is jumping on the mindfulness and meditation bandwagon. And it’s not just hype. The crucial thing to know is, mindfulness actually works. It’s not just a buzz word. Everyone is trying to sell you some peace of Read More