MENTAL & EMOTIONAL HEALTH ARTICLES
Create a Legacy of Love and Belonging
The “American Dream” has evolved over the years to look different from person to person, but what hasn’t changed is the dream of homeownership. Owning a home—a place to call your own—is unique. A home... ...more
Economic Health ,Real Estate &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
Seven Tips to Avoid the Holiday Health Hangover
The holidays are a time of fun, friends, family, and food. Though many of us start with good intentions, we often struggle to avoid overindulging. Create a plan so you can successfully navigate those ... ...more
Fitness ,General Wellness &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Utah Tech University’s Dental Hygiene Program Is on the Road to Better Smiles
The University’s new dental hygiene van was unveiled on August 29, 2024, and set up at Root for Kids, a non-profit organization providing support for local children and families. The van contains port... ...more
Community ,Education &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
New Career Or Career Advancement at UTU
Available through August 31, 2025, Utah Tech’s Learn and Work program offers participants access to over 7,000 online technology workforce development courses that encompass certification pathways, h... ...more
Economic Health ,Community Education &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
Zone 2 Training for Aging Athletes
As athletes age, maintaining optimal fitness becomes crucial for overall health and performance. Among various training methods, Zone 2 training has gained significant attention for its benefits in en... ...more
Fitness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•4 min read
Perspective
Have you ever seen someone studying a painting in an art gallery? Typical body movements often include cocking the head to one side, possibly furrowing the brow, then taking a step back before nodding... ...more
Community ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Jubilee of Trees
2024 Jubilee of Trees, November 21–23, 2024. The last thing a mother of six wants to hear at a doctor’s appointment is that she has breast cancer. But when Amanda Roberts heard this news, she knew she... ...more
Community ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Chronic Low Back Relief: Lasting + Minimally Invasive
Chronic low back pain can steal precious moments, such as spontaneous road trips, special hugs, and long-lost workout routines. While over-the-counter pain medications, heat, or massage therapy can of... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
How Research to Treat Diabetes Led to the Discovery of an Effective Weight Management Drug
In 1970, Norman Borlaug won the Nobel Prize for being the “Father of the Green Revolution.” In the 20th century, over seventy million people died of famine worldwide, with the majority of those deaths... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
Mayor's Message
Who remembers waking up in the morning and heading to the front door—as if on autopilot—to pick up the morning newspaper? You could find out a whole lot about what was going on in your city by reading... ...more
Community ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
Am I Disagreeing, or Am I Gaslighting?
In my counseling office, I am experiencing couples who throw the term gaslighting at each other with a frequency never before experienced. The term gaslighting has deep psychological meaning when used... ...more
Mental and Emotional Health ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Paul Bunyan's Woodpile
Until recently, even after decades of exploring Utah, I was quite unaware of a unique formation found south of the historic mining town of Eureka and west of the city of Nephi. In North America, the i... ...more
Community ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
Red in the Face? You May Have Rosacea
Recently, I had a forty-year-old patient come in complaining that her face was always red. She had not noticed any pimples or pus bumps on her face; she was just red. She noted that her dad had a simi... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Ultra Marathon Man: Ricky Urias Conquers Cocodona 250 Race with Daughter’s Help
At that precise moment, those were hardly the words Ricky Urias expected to hear from his daughter, Serina. After all, the then 20-year-old was exhausted, every fiber of her body was scorched and scre... ...more
Community ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•6 min read
The Glorious Glow of Christmas
In the early 1960s, there was always an evening in mid-December when Dad would load us in the car and drive us into a magical night. My siblings and I did not go gently into that good night. Wide-eyed... ...more
Community ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•6 min read
A Journey of Adventure and Elegance: Life at Obsidian Resort & Residences
Imagine this: The first light of dawn paints the horizon as you step onto your private terrace, coffee in hand. Ahead of you, the rugged beauty of Zion National Park rises against the clear sky only t... ...more
Real Estate ,Community &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
How to Keep Children Safe Online
The internet is a fun place to learn, play games, and talk to friends. But just like the real world, the online world has some risks, too. Here are some easy tips to help keep children safe online and... ...more
Community ,Education &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
Make a Difference: Donate or Volunteer This Holiday Season
Profiled in this article are thirteen service organizations in Washington County that can use your support and will gratefully receive your donation of goods, time, or money. You can find many more by... ...more
Community ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•8 min read
Harmonizing Your Space for Health and Abundance
Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt a sense of calm and clarity? Or perhaps you’ve entered a space that felt chaotic, making you restless and uneasy? This is not just a coincidence; ... ...more
Education ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•5 min read
Health Is a Journey, Not a Destination
My journey toward better health has been anything but linear. It’s been a winding path full of unexpected turns, challenges, and revelations. This story spans several decades, beginning with my deep-r... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•5 min read
Embrace Wellness This Holiday Season: A Guide to Staying Healthy
The holiday season can be a whirlwind, challenging our well-being with its busy pace. To help you stay balanced and energized, this guide offers practical tips for maintaining your mental, physical, a... ...more
General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•2 min read
Make Next Year Yours Today
Being ready with your New Year’s resolutions in November or December might seem premature, but when it comes to maximizing the natural, habit-programming powerhouse of your subconscious mind, starting... ...more
Mental and Emotional Health ,November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•4 min read
Don't Forget The Little Things
As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on the things I have been blessed with, not just in the big, obvious ways but in the small moments that too often go unnoticed. Life has a wa... ...more
General Wellness ,Letter From the Editor &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
Start Here, Go Anywhere: The TechConnect Pathway at Dixie Tech
Dixie Technical College is here to make that journey more accessible and achievable than ever. With a wide range of hands-on programs and the new TechConnect pathway in partnership with Snow College..... ...more
Community ,Education &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•4 min read
What Is Abfraction?
Something that I commonly see in my practice as a general dentist is a condition we call abfraction.These lesions are not caused by bacteria and are not considered to be decay. We find them on the out... ...more
Dental Health ,November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
Guard Against COPD at Every Stage of Life
There is no cure yet for COPD, but experts from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) recommend these strategies to protect your lung health at every age. ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•2 min read
The Holiday Balancing Act
Creating balance physically as well as mentally is tough, but it is critical for your health during the busy holiday season. If you are stressed over maintaining your weight, staying healthy, deciding... ...more
Nutrition ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•5 min read
Be Intentional with Holiday Traditions
Creating family traditions or rituals can be both enjoyable and challenging. Here are some thoughts to consider when developing yours... ...more
Relationships ,General Wellness &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
Give Your Presence, Not Your Presents
The most precious gift we can offer others is our presence. When mindfulness embraces those we love, they will bloom like flowers ...more
Relationships ,General Wellness &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•2 min read
One Traditional and Two Out-of-the-Box Financial Management Tips
It's easy to get wrapped up in the hottest new stock pick, and it's similarly just as easy to not think about financial matters at all. Today, I am going to give you one “money thing” to consider with... ...more
Financial Health ,November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
Plan to Succeed This Holiday Season
Taking time to plan healthy holiday traditions and being creative about them can fill your holiday with that festive cheer that lasts. Hopefully, these traditions will carry you through your New Year’... ...more
General Wellness ,November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
FAQ's About Pets
I’d like to share some of the most common questions I hear from my clients regarding the health of their pets. Here are the answers to six of the most frequently asked questions about pet care. ...more
November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•4 min read
Throat Energy: Activate Creative Expression and Your Body’s Metabolism
What is throat energy? It is the spiritual and energetic component that gives energy to your voice, thyroid, neck, ears, shoulders, cervical spine, hypothalamus, jaw, tonsils, and esophagus. ...more
General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health &November/December 2024
September 01, 2024•3 min read
Healthy Eye Tips for Digital Devices
Our visual system isn’t designed to stare at screens for prolonged hours. With changes in technology, your eyes are being used in new and demanding ways. This can cause any of the symptoms described..... ...more
Vision Health ,November/December 2024
November 02, 2023•2 min read
