A lot of people seem to be under the impression these days that self care is either selfish, or some kind of luxury that we should all be grateful for. This is not the case. Self care is something that we all need to practice in order to keep your mental health in…

So you want to work on your health ? It’s an area of life that we should all be more concerned by. The US has the highest healthcare spending in the world and yet, according to a study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it also has one of the…

A vegetable patch can actually have a drastic impact on your life, providing you with a whole host of benefits and advantages that you might never have initially expected. Understanding how a vegetable patch can be so beneficial can act as the perfect encouragement to help you start a patch of your own, and thankfully…

I had the opportunity to interview Jeff McQueen, Executive Director of Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC). Jeff instantly became one of my favorite people as his kind-spirited and genuine nature came through in our conversation. His passion resonated with me as he spoke about his humble beginnings and now his work at MHANC…