Is there such a thing as a “Depression Nap”? I’ve certainly heard the term through my advocacy. I never really knew what it was. I do know that when I was going through my second major bout of depression in 2013, my psychologist had shared with me that I needed to rest…I needed to take…
This week we’re joined by award-winning scholar, ethnomusicologist, and cultural anthropologist Dr. Kyra Gaunt to explore the powerful intersections of music, play, and identity in the lives of Black girls and women. Dr. Gaunt, author of The Games Black Girls Play: Learning the Ropes from Double-Dutch to Hip-Hop, offers a brilliant breakdown of how musical play,…
Have you heard of the group chat platform called Slack? If yes, read on for how to join the Beautiful Voyager Slack community. If not, here’s a short video that introduces the concept: Increasingly, Slack has becoming a way for special interest groups to gather, meet, and “talk” (virtually) about whatever’s on their mind. I first…
“I love sushi and eat it a few times a week. How healthy is it?” My clients ask about sushi all the time, as they aren’t sure whether it’s a light meal or a higher calorie option. And it’s no wonder, since options can range from fresh fish with no adornments, to architectural masterpieces requiring more…
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is an Anxiety disorder that is triggered as a result of some serious trauma. The Diagnostic Statistic Manual version V states that “Post traumatic Stress Disorder is characterized by the re-experiencing of an extremely traumatic event accompanied by symptoms of increased arousal and by avoidance of stimuli associated with the trauma….
Is Mindful Eating All You Need? Let’s Break It Down By: Megan Barefoot When you hear the term mindful eating, what comes to mind? A serene individual savoring a perfectly balanced meal? Or perhaps the idea that if you “just eat mindfully,” all your health problems will magically disappear? At No Shoes Nutrition we love…
If this past year has taught us anything, it’s that you can do pretty much anything from the comfort of your home. It’s also taught us that taking care of both our physical and mental health is more important than ever. For many of us, that means figuring out how to stay on track (or…
A successful knowledge exchange for mental health nursing practice, policy, research and education between our School of Healthcare Sciences and Mid North Coast Local Health District (New South Wales, Australia) provided an opportunity for further knowledge exchange through international student placements. Seren Roberts (Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing) The mental health nurse education models…
November is the peak season for delicious fall produce, and it also marks National Diabetes Month which brings awareness to nutrition principles to support diabetes management and keep blood sugar levels balanced. An excellent way to keep your blood sugar levels in check is by incorporating more produce into your meals. Fall produce is rich…
Grilled Hawaiian Pork features grilled pork marinated in a pineapple soy marinade with fresh pineapple, bell peppers and red onion! When the weather warms up, we try to fire up the grill as much as possible. This Grilled Hawaiian Pork is the perfect summer meal with marinated grilled pork, pineapple, bell peppers and red onions….