Meditation for Stress Reduction medication stress reduction Jul 01, 2020

For many of us, stress has become an unavoidable part of our lives. With work, studies and many other things to take care of, managing stress has become more difficult than ever. However, even for people with the busiest schedules, there is a method that can help us unwind and be calm. 

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Stop Touching Your Face! coronavirus covid-19 emotional health face mask immunity Jun 29, 2020

Dr. Thoma explains how he is protecting and caring for his family during this pandemic situation.

His primary advice...keep your hands off your face!

This is a primary habit that we can all create now, or in a normal situation, to keep you and your family safe from even the simple cold or flu.

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Yoga for Self Care anxiety selfcare stress management yoga Jun 24, 2020

Self-care practices relieve mental strain, bring positivity and in general, help you live a better life. Among different practices used for self-care, there is one practice that is universally acclaimed as one of the best methods for bringing positivity into your life, and that is Yoga. 

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Hydrating With a Face Mask On dr. thoma emotional health hydration Jun 22, 2020

These days, I am seeing a lot of patients in the clinic that are dehydrated.  They are coming to me with general aches and pains, but after a urinalysis, it's clear that they haven't been drinking enough water.

Most of them are struggling because they are wearing a face mask all day long....

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Don't Sell Your Soul to Stress stress stress management Jun 16, 2020

Don’t Sell Your Soul to Stress

There are different ways to distract yourself from on-going stresses of life. Some people socialize, some find peace in solitude, some cook food, some work late hours, or read books to occupy their mental and emotional emptiness, and there are some who harm...

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Properly Wearing a Face Mask coronavirus covid-19 health immunity prevention Jun 15, 2020

Wearing a face mask has become a normal part of our everyday lives for a lot of people these days.  

In this video, Dr. Thoma shares how to properly wear your mask for maximum protection.  He also shares tips on putting your mask on and off properly to reduce contamination.

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8 Things You Should Know About Stress health hormones stress woman May 20, 2020

Life can sometimes be stressful. Everyone we see is complaining about stress, be it at work or at home. We associate this depressing, clingy and painful feeling that we experience now and then, with stress. But does it count as stress, or have we just made it up? 

Here are 8 interesting...

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Being There For Others in Times of Crisis compassion coronavirus emotions leadership May 07, 2020
For the past couple of months, each of us has been dealing with our own version of change and challenges during this crisis and unprecedented situation.  We have also clearly seen that each of us had unique aspects to our situations.  Some are struggling with losing a job or a loved...
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Stretches for the Lower Back back pain lower back stretches Apr 26, 2020

Dr. Thoma demonstrates Cat & Cow stretches to help relieve lower back pain and stiffness.

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Stretching for Upper Leg and Piriformis Pain periformis stretching upper leg Apr 26, 2020

 Dr. Thoma demonstrates easy stretches to release tension and pain in the upper leg, piriformis, and IT band.

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Certainty About Uncertainty anxiety coronavirus reduce stress uncertainty Apr 22, 2020
When I ask my friends and family what they are struggling to most with in the current situation, under stay-at-home orders due to COVID-19, the answer I hear repeatedly is uncertainty.  
 
They are worried about the future…what will happen, how long with this last, when will we...
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Feeling a little crabby career freedom risk Apr 17, 2020

Did you know a hermit crab changes its shell as it grows?

A small crab will find a shell that is slightly bigger than it needs, make a home in that shell and grow.  As the crab grows, the shell will eventually become uncomfortable, it will be too small and too restrictive.  The...

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