What a glorious day we had in Atlanta this Valentine’s Day. The warm sunshine can be very nourishing. It leads to our body producing vitamin D, which in turn increases serotonin levels, leading us to feel better overall. Whenever I’m outside on a warm, sunny day, I feel embraced by the sun, and supported by … Continue reading The Sun’s Warm Embrace
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15 Seconds for Your Health
Having worked in a hospital setting for 7 years, I am very conscientious about hand-washing—I make sure to rub my soapy hands together for 15 seconds! Whenever I go to the school bathroom, I am reminded about this procedure by the sign posted about the sink. That is to be expected. What's unique is when … Continue reading 15 Seconds for Your Health
Cool as a Cucumber: Bringing Healthy Snacks to School
Some people assume that if they give their child a healthy snack, they will stand out from their peers in a bad way; the other students will think they are weird, or more likely, their kid will feel bad for having to eat carrot sticks while their friends have gushers, or the like. But that … Continue reading Cool as a Cucumber: Bringing Healthy Snacks to School
Mindful Nuggets 