by Donna Hamilton, MD, MS, FAAP | Apr 12, 2011 | Emotional Wellness, Mental Wellness, Self-Care, Stress Management, Wellness Plan, Wellness Reading, Wellness Resources, Wellness Tips & Information
By Dr. Donna L. Hamilton, MD, MS In observance of National Humor Month, consider adding humor and laughter to your personal wellness regimen. It’s a fun and easy way to work towards optimal health and well-being. It also has many documented health benefits. One...
by Donna Hamilton, MD, MS, FAAP | Apr 5, 2011 | Emotional Wellness, Mental Wellness, Self-Care, Stress Management, Wellness Plan, Wellness Reading, Wellness Tips & Information
By Dr. Donna L. Hamilton, MD, MS You’ve probably heard the saying “Laughter is good medicine.” Anyone who has ever found them self feeling better after having a hearty laugh knows this is true. Some people, however, might need a little encouragement before...
by Donna Hamilton, MD, MS, FAAP | Mar 7, 2011 | Emotional Wellness, Mental Wellness, Self-Care, Stress Management, Wellness Tips & Information
Author: Matthew Ferguson There have been many recent studies into what happiness means and how to go about consciously creating it. We are regularly told of the “age of austerity” with the implication we are all going to share, not only austerity but a...
by Donna Hamilton, MD, MS, FAAP | Mar 2, 2011 | Emotional Wellness, Mental Wellness, Self-Care, Stress Management, Wellness Tips & Information
Author: Maurine Patten The term Positive Psychology was basically unknown five years ago. Today, there are numerous books, newspaper and magazine articles mentioning how you can be happier and live a meaningful life based on the scientific research findings from...
by Donna Hamilton, MD, MS, FAAP | Dec 31, 2010 | Emotional Wellness, Holiday Wellness Tips, Mental Wellness, Self-Care, Stress Management, Wellness Tips & Information
By Dr. Donna L. Hamilton, MD Here’s an innovative health and wellness tip: As you prepare to ring out the old and bring in the New Year, here’s one more thing to celebrate: yourself . Yes, acknowledging your successes from the past year can be a nice way to boost...
by Donna Hamilton, MD, MS, FAAP | Dec 20, 2010 | Emotional Wellness, Holiday Wellness Tips, Self-Care, Stress Management, Wellness Resources, Wellness Tips & Information
By Dr. Donna L. Hamilton, MD Even though Christmas is almost here, many people still haven’t gotten into the holiday spirit. Obstacles to feeling balanced and festive abound: Perhaps it’s finding the right gift. Could it be those last minute guests you just found out...