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For people with serious medical conditions, groups are a valuable source of information—and they make it hard to quit Facebook. Here are some alternatives. Via Dr. Pamela Rutledge 
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Can Facebook make you lonelier? There are ways to be social without social media.
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We often turn to our phones for comfort when we feel lonely or bored. Do our phones really help us feel more connected with others or do we end up feeling more isolated?
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"The more loving, kind and accepting you are of yourself, the more energy and reserve you have to achieve your goals and serve others.”
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“treating yourself like you would treat a close friend who was struggling”, as self-compassion researcher, Dr Kristin Neff, defines it.
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Sleep is critical for mind and body health. Without it, the effects can be severe. But what if you suffer from insomnia? Below, neuroscientist Claudia Aguirre provides 7 healthy tips for a better n…
Fuller Life Family Therapy's insight:
Sleep is critical for mind and body health
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Worried about what the arrival of winter could mean for your wellbeing? These simple tips will help you to stay on top of things as the weather grows colder.
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Looking for ways to maintain energy and not let the gloom of winter get you down? Here are some tips to help you increase your wellbeing and enjoy the season!
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How are you trying to achieve the perfect body? It can be dizzying and overwhelming to see the non-stop commercials and feel the constant pressure to be and look a certain way. How are we really treating ourselves when we hear these messages? Are they helpful or are they harmful?
Fuller Life Family Therapy's insight:
How are you trying to achieve the perfect body? Learn what your motivations say about you.
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Summer is coming to a close, which for families means one thing: school is back in session. In other words, it’s time for routine again. Many things can make this transition difficult, but there are also ways to help make it easier by becoming more organized inside and out, ready to take on the day.
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New blog post from Fuller Life Family Therapy. Check it out here!
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There is nothing inherently unhealthy about social media groups--they can provide valuable social support. Ask yourself: do the group's members create a sense of belonging that is emotionally positive or does it undermine your confidence? The need to belong when we’re scared and challenged by life is very strong. It can make us vulnerable to coercion, persuasion, and misinformation. Check for qualifications, validate information sources, avoid people who tell you what you "should" do, and always triangulate information. #health #socialmedia #socialsupport