Everyone likes to vent once-in-a-while when feeling angry or upset because it feels good and it’s a great way to reduce stress…or is it? Although venting sounds good in theory, psychologists claim it doesn’t make you feel any better but might actually make you feel worse! Although experts are uncertain why this happens, they do…
Everyone who is emotionally and mentally healthy wishes for a happy and fulfilling life, and to feel good about the future despite their current circumstances. Happiness is within reach; it just boils down to how willing we are to make any necessary changes in our lives to be truly happy. Although there can be many…
Our topic today is rather serious. There is no other force on the planet that is as devastating as war. And of its victims, none are more seriously affected than the children. Our guest today, Kim Phuc, understands this first-hand. She is the subject of an iconic photograph that is found on the cover of the book that she has just released entitled Fire Road: The Napalm Girl’s Journey through the Horrors of War to Faith, Forgiveness, and Peace. Free Offer: Touch Points pamphlet Forgiveness-Power to Begin Again Offer Code: FPTBA-T-F-401 Offer Description: Unable to accept or give forgiveness for things in life is a very common problem people have. It contributes to anger, mental and physical pain, guilt, and though the answer is a simple one, it isn’t often put into practice. In this tract, Larry Yeagley explains, from his experiences as a chaplain, how to get people to respond and experience forgiveness with others and with God. Accepting forgiveness and giving it are vital to mental freedom.
One nasty habit that keeps people stuck is overanalyzing everything. Overanalyzing transforms little issues and situations into big problems and overwhelming challenges. Overanalyzing is like yeast; it makes things grow and grow and grow until something cute and small becomes monstrously huge with fangs and claws. Overanalyzing turns positive situations and relationships into negative ones…
Country music has always reflected real life, and one artist with a gift for capturing both heartache and hope is today’s guest, Wade Hayes. A Stage IV colon cancer diagnosis has a low survival rate, but Wade has fought to overcome this challenge successfully for more than 6 years now with a positive mindset and treatment. He shares his moving story, what he learned through life’s challenges and some of the uplifting songs inspired by the journey. Free Offer: Health & Healing Magazine: Cancer Prevention Offer Code: PREVNT-M-F-401 Offer Description: Cancer Prevention by the Wildwood Lifestyle Center Journal of Health & Healing editorial staff. Shop Now
Sergio and Sandra Amaral have two sons. Ten years ago, when their older son Gabriel was 19 he had a brain hemorrhage due to a rare disease called Artery Vein Malformation (AVM). Tragedy often brings couples closer or tears them apart. They share their journey through this tragedy, how they were imp acted by their trust in God, and how their choice to work together for Gabriel has made their marriage stronger. Free Offer: “Responding to Life’s Challenges with Resilience and Strength” Offer Code: LIFE-T-F-401 Offer Description: Resilience doesn’t simply mean “bouncing back” from a trauma, loss, or disaster. It also means being proactive whenever possible and planning for or preventing such circumstances. CareNotes author Mary Kendrick Moore helps readers call upon the strengths and abilitie s needed to respond helpfully and hopefully to life’s challenges in sections titled: “Acknowledge your loss and fear,” “Believe in your ability to foster resilience,” “Exercise your brain,” and “Find support among those you trust.”
The results are in! Grateful people eat healthier, sleep better and take better care of themselves. They are mentally and physically healthier. You’re probably wondering what gratitude has to do with your physical health. Well, it turns out that being grateful about the little things helps you make better decisions for your health. You are…
Olympic gold medalist Scott Hamilton is the most recognized male figure skating star in the world with over 70 titles and awards including four consecutive World Championships plus induction into the US Olympic and the World Figure Skating Hall of Fame. But even a top athlete like Scott had challenges, including cancer and brain tumors. In this episode, Scott shares how he overcame these challenges and other concepts from his new book Finish First: How Winning Changes Everything. Free Offer: Balance Magazine: Super Foods That Fight Cancer Offer Code: CANCER-M-F-401 Offer Description: Discover super foods that fight cancer—naturally! Learn 6 tips for fighting back when cancer strikes.
Music has a well-established relaxing effect on our bodies and minds. Therapists use music to help people overcome anxiety and depression, and improve their cognitive functioning, motor skills and social skills. Science has also proven that music has many beneficial physiological effects including slowing down the heart rate, lowering blood pressure and reducing the level…
Imagine skiing down a slope, feeling the breeze against your face, smelling the pines and experiencing the adrenaline rush as you glide across the snow. Now imagine that you are blind and doing this – sounds intimidating right? Well the President of Extreme Mobility Sports Inc., Mr. Bradon Schwartz; and Mr. Alvin Chea from the multi-Grammy Winning vocal group Take 6; along blind Crossfit competitor Corey Reed; and Alyssa Hicks explain how rising to the challenge is a liberating and inspiring experience for those that are visually challenged. Free Offer: “Responding to Life’s Challenges with Resilience and Strength” Offer Code: LIFE-T-F-401 Offer Description: Resilience doesn’t simply mean “bouncing back” from a trauma, loss, or disaster. It also means being proactive whenever possible and planning for or preventing such circumstances. CareNotes author Mary Kendrick Moore helps readers call upon the strengths and abilities needed to respond helpfully and hopefully to life’s challenges in sections titled: “Acknowledge your loss and fear,” “Believe in your ability to foster resilience,” “Exercise your brain,” and “Find support among those you trust.”
