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Sleep is one of the most important elements of our emotional and physical health. Without adequate periods of rest, our mood suffers; our ability to think, process, and recall information diminishes; and we become susceptible to both acute and severe long-term illnesses. If you are having difficulty controlling your mood, energy levels, or weight, it may be because you are not getting enough sleep. Here are a few suggestions to be able to gain that extra hour or two of sleep

Are you getting enough sleep? According to the American Psychological Association, sleep is essential for a person’s health and wellbeing, yet millions of people do not get enough of it! Experts say that adults require an average of seven to eight hours of sleep each night. However, some are able to function after as little as six hours of sleep, and others cannot function until they've slept ten hours. If you are among those who sleep six or seven hours, having one or two ho

Taking care of your mental health is vital when it comes to achieving a healthy weight. Our daily thoughts, emotions, and coping mechanisms are usually overlooked when we attempt to lose weight. Instead, our efforts to live a healthier lifestyle normally consist of counting calories and exercising at a gym. We spend large amounts of money on gym memberships, diet supplements, and sometimes more extreme ways to lose weight, such as surgery, without recognizing the significance

We are excited to announce the opening of Sayu Healthy Living! Sayu is a psychology clinic with a holistic feel, providing professional and alternative medical advice in a supportive atmosphere. Our team of registered psychologists, supervised therapists, nutritionist, registered dietician, naturopathic doctor, fitness professionals, general practitioner, and motivational speaker, combine efforts to provide integrated, pre-emptive care. Our goal is to foster healthier lifes

Nutritionist recommended, this recipe is both mentally and physically healing. 1. Blend 1 cup of raspberries and blueberries (1/2 cup each), 1 tbsp of flaxseed, 1/2 cup of organic kefir, and unsweetened almond milk to desired thickness. 2. Pour into a bowl or glass and top with sliced bananas, cinnamon, 1 tbsp of chia seeds, and 1/2 cup of cooked whole grain oats. Kefir is an excellent source of probiotics, which are live organisms found in the digestive system that promote d

We know that confidence is important, but how big of an impact does self-confidence have on our success in life, and how can we improve it? Confidence is having a positive attitude toward yourself and appreciating your skills and strengths. Confidence is self-respect, valuing your positive qualities, while being cognizant and accepting of your shortcomings. How can these attributes lead to success? Well, let's think of an example. Say you want to be the best salesperson in yo

Depression and anxiety are often misunderstood as feelings or emotions that can be "snapped out of". Although we often wish we can turn off our sadness or worries, doing so is nothing short of a challenge. Overcoming psychological difficulties takes time, support, concentrated efforts, and usually one or more forms of psychological/psychotherapeutic treatment. Part of the process includes challenging negative thinking patterns and adopting more positive ways to view situation