Loneliness has been described as a mismatch between the amount and quality of social interaction experienced and the amount desired. That seems fairly clear and we all know what loneliness is. One subtlety worth noting is that the idea of loneliness hinges on a mis-match. A certain  lifestyle might trigger loneliness on one person [...]

Self-compassion means showing kindness to yourself. It means accepting yourself for who you are, imperfections and all. Self-compassion does not mean giving up on growth and self-improvement. Instead, it's about understanding that you are a work in progress, with strengths and weaknesses, and knowing that is okay. There are no simple tricks for developing [...]

We all want it. Or more of it. And we even have a fair idea of what it is and how we might attain it. We really do. The reality is that folks understand health and wellness quite well – better than you might imagine. [Of course, understanding and taking action are not the [...]

Are you a Pilgrim or a Tourist? About a decade ago I attended a sermon that challenged me with the question: “Are you a pilgrim or a tourist?” That sermon made a massive impact on my life and gave me significant perspective. This imagery was used to explain to us how to live our [...]

Fresh, nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables are packed with antioxidants, which can help boost immunity and fight off colds and flu. Antioxidants work to reduce cell damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress, which is heightened during periods of increased inflammation, like during an infection. Eating whole, natural, and minimally processed or unprocessed food [...]