Do you always see the bright side of things? If so, congratulations, you may just live longer! That’s because science is revealing your longevity is tied to far more than the numbers your doctor checks when you go in for a visit, like your weight, pulse and blood pressure…

When you’re deeply depressed, overcoming it seems impossible. That terrible depressed feeling consumes you, making it harder to imagine feeling better. But there’s a simple change you can make today that will put you on the path to a more peaceful, happier mind…

Positive energy represents an important, foundational principle for healing — from any chronic illness, including cancer. So it’s important for you to surround yourself with “energy enhancers.” Here are a few I’d like to suggest…

Loneliness and isolation is a horrible place to be, and not just in your mind. New research suggests that the effects of loneliness and social isolation are more detrimental to your health and wellness than smoking and obesity…

Doesn’t your heart just ache for the people of Houston? Like me, you probably want to help. Fortunately, there are many ways you can. You may already know that, but here’s something I bet you didn’t: When you help someone, that act of generosity is returned to you in a scientifically proven and healthy way…

In its most genuine state, gratitude is not merely the act of acknowledging positive aspects or blessings in your life, but of feeling a true appreciation for them. And when the feelings of gratitude are genuine, something amazing happens: Your brain actually changes…

If you’ve ever gotten caught in a downward spiral of depression, you know it’s a desperate place to be. Your heart is heavy, your mind is cloudy and you feel like a lead weight is tied to your body. So, how do you dig yourself out of this depressive hole?

Remember the days before cell phones? You could eat a meal in peace, catch up with a friend — uninterrupted, and go on vacation without being bombarded by work emails. Those were the good old days. But if you want to power up your brain, you may need to power down your phone…

Although, you may think of anxiety and depression as a problem in your brain, your gut could have just as much if not more of a role. In fact, more and more studies are showing that the health of your gut has a direct impact on your mental health. Here’s how to fix both…

When it comes to stress relief, most of us need a little help. The problem is, many stress and anxiety-reducing treatments, both conventional and alternative, can also leave you feeling drowsy or fatigued. Time to look into some better mood-boosting options…

A lot of people only exercise with one goal in mind — losing weight. And they assume that once they lose weight, they’ll feel better, look better and have more self-esteem. But the truth is, exercise is more than a means to an end…

You already know good health requires a proper diet and plenty of exercise. But if you want to take your health from good to great, you have to look beyond the physical. Staying psychologically-fulfilled and socially-active plays a surprisingly large role in your health…