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Why Music is Good for the Soul

Why Music is Good for the Soul

by John Fike

Music has often been called “the food of the soul”, and many listeners can attest to that sentiment. It can cheer you up when you’re sad, invoke memories, inspire creativity, give you energy for a better workout, and make you feel calmer during stressful times.

 

How to Be More Productive by Waking Up Early

How to Be More Productive by Waking Up Early

by John Fike
Most people get up between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. This window of time gives most 9 to 5 workers, parents and students just enough time to get ready for their day. Most people jump out of bed, shower, gulp down breakfast, dress, and get in the car or walk to the bus or train. But many famous businessmen get up much ear...
Why Halloween Can Be Good for Your Emotional Health

Why Halloween Can Be Good for Your Emotional Health

by John Fike
Thanksgiving is about food,family and football. Christmas is about decorating your house, food, family, shopping for gifts and anticipating the bills you’ll pay afterwards. Both holidays can be quite a chore, from preparing meals to finding the right gifts for everyone on your Christmas list. Halloween, the holiday tha...
The Pros and Cons of Commercial Weight Loss Programs

The Pros and Cons of Commercial Weight Loss Programs

by John Fike

Commercial weight-loss programs, such as Weight Watchers, Nutrisystem or Jenny Craig, are part of a $2.5 billion dollar industry in the U.S. While these systems do help people lose weight in the short term, they don’t guarantee that participants will keep the weight off once they return to their regular eating habits....

 

The Importance of Respect in Relationships and the Workplace

The Importance of Respect in Relationships and the Workplace

by John Fike
The late Aretha Franklin’s signature song “Respect” has some good advice for all of us. We all need respect-and we need to show respect to other people. Everyday, we see a lack of civility and respect – at the supermarket, on the road, in the workplace, and even at home. Respect means you have due regard for how another...
Controlling High Blood Pressure Naturally

Controlling High Blood Pressure Naturally

by John Fike
High blood pressure (hypertension) is called the silent killer. It has no painful or apparent symptoms until it becomes high enough to lead to a stroke or heart attack. It’s important to monitor your blood pressure at home or have you doctor do it to avoid serious illness or a premature death due to heart disease. In t...
How to Get Rid of Belly Fat

How to Get Rid of Belly Fat

by John Fike

Belly fat is different than fat elsewhere on the body. It includes both subcutaneous fat, which is located just under the skin, and visceral fat. Visceral fat is close to your internal organs and can lead to significant health problems, such as:

 

8 Nutrients for Better Eye Health

8 Nutrients for Better Eye Health

by John Fike
A study commissioned by the National Eye Institute in 2001 found that a poor diet was the main cause of cataracts and macular degeneration in older adults. This is no surprise, considering bad food choices contribute to diabetes, cancer, heart disease and other conditions.
Why Travel is Important for Your Mental Health

Why Travel is Important for Your Mental Health

by John Fike
Vacations are important for your physical and mental health. Research shows people who don’t take regular vacations are unhealthier, more depressed and less productive than employees who take time off to travel. Some experts believe businesses should include required time off or vacation planning as part of a performance review to ensure workers take vacation days.
How Music Reduces Stress and Improves Overall Health

How Music Reduces Stress and Improves Overall Health

by John Fike
In the past few years, you may have noticed dozens of videos on YouTube with titles like “Classical Music for Anti-Stress Effect & Stress Relief: Bach and Mozart”, " Pure Clean Positive Energy Vibration" and "Meditation Music, Healing Music, Relax Mind Body & Soul”. These playlists are designed to ease shattered...
20 Ways to Wake Up Happy

20 Ways to Wake Up Happy

by John Fike
A good night’s sleep usually leads to a happier morning, but there are dozens of things you can do in the hour or so after waking to boost your happiness quotient for the entire day. What you do the night before to prepare yourself for the next day plays a big part in how you feel. Taking a bubble bath and listening to...
How to Live in the Present

How to Live in the Present

by John Fike
Many people find it difficult to focus on what they are doing, or what they need to do, right now. You may become so transfixed on a job interview, your next vacation, or another important occasion in the future that you neglect the task in front of you. Or you may worry about some event in the past, like an argument y...