Winter in Traditional Chinese Medicine is connected with the water element and the kidneys. Drawing from these principles, here are 7 tips emphasizing rest, warmth, nourishment, and conserving energy for long-term vitality during the coldest months of the year. 1. Conserve energy Slow down your pace, sleep earlier, wake with the sun, and choose gentle […]
Is It PTSD?
Understanding PTSD: When Trauma Doesn’t Fade When you have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it’s hard to feel safe. The traumatic event – natural disaster, combat, sexual assault, accident – can take hold, and you find you can’t stop thinking about it. Maybe you have nightmares and trouble sleeping. Maybe you feel on edge and unsettled […]
What Is Biofeedback?
Heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback uses scientifically validated tools to help manage stress and anxiety. It helps one more calmly and intelligently respond to stressors big and small. It improves emotional balance, mental clarity, and resilience. The U.S. military, law enforcement, and leaders of Fortune 500 companies use HVR biofeedback. Samaritan Center now offers it […]
Healthy Boundaries Can Be Your Best Self-Care
The origin of emotional distress is commonly expressed as symptoms of depression or anxiety, and possibly mixed with physical pain. It can so often be traced to unmet needs and unsupported values. Knowing this, the question becomes clear. How do we support our values and meet our needs to promote emotional well-being? The answer, too, is […]
Life After Trauma
Understanding PTSD and Treatment Options Anyone can go through a traumatic event, or trauma. In fact, about half of all men and women will experience at least one trauma, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault, in their lives. It’s normal to think, act, and feel differently than usual after a […]