What does Dr. Thoma think about marijuana usage? anxiety marijuana pain Aug 01, 2023

Now that the laws are changing, we have seen an increase in marijuana usage, which Dr. Thoma supports in certain circumstances. 

In this video, Dr Thoma shares his thoughts, as well as the risks and warnings he thinks you should be aware of, before you commit to regular marijuana use. ...

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Break Your Bad Mood anxiety depression manage stress stress Sep 13, 2022

Sometimes you get in a mood and you just came seem to get out of it. Whether your don't feel good, or you just seem to be stuck in a rut, we've all been there at one time or another.

Increasing your serotonin levels might be exactly what you need to get out of that rut and get yourself back on...

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Hydration and Anxiety anxiety dehydration water Jul 12, 2022

Did you know that dehydration can lead to anxiety? When you're dehydrated you do not get enough minerals into your body. This mineral deficiency can also lead to anxiety. Learn more in this video from Dr. Thoma.

Dr. Thoma is a functional medicine physician in Chesterfield Missouri. His specialty...

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Releasing Unnecessary Tension anxiety stress stress reduction tension Aug 20, 2020

Do you ever just realize that your body is tense for no reason?  Me too!

Being mindful and aware of your body's response in any moment can help you recognize and release unnecessary stress and tension in your body.  Simple tricks like breathing deeply and properly, or other techniques...

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Eliminating Your Stress Triggers anxiety stress triggers Aug 04, 2020

When you're online, reading the news, or other social media, do you find yourself getting stressed out or anxious?

I've recognized that there are certain accounts or people that I follow on social media that consistently cause negative stress and anxiety reactions for me. Instead of continuing...

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Monitoring Your Stress & Anxiety Matters anxiety manage stress stress reduction Jul 28, 2020

Do you know if you're taking the right actions to reduce and manage your stress & anxiety?

Learn more about the importance of assessing your stress in different areas of your life to ensure that you are focusing on the right activities to reduce and manage your stress and anxiety.

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Values Based Decision Making anxiety core values mindfulness stress Jul 21, 2020

When you make decisions in your life, who or what are you relying on to help you make the right decision that serves your goals and plans for the life you have designed?

Understanding your core values, and being mindful of those values as you make decisions and plans for your life will help you...

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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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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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Stress & the Coronavirus advice anxiety manage stress stress Mar 18, 2020

I don't know about you, but the world feels a little different to me these days.  

It's strange having the whole family home so much.  No rushing out the door to school and work, no hurrying to pick up the kids before Adventure Club closes, no trying to do homework and make dinner...

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How Stress Can Affect Your Health anxiety chronicstess depression health heart immunesystem migranes obesity productivity reduce stress sleep stomach Mar 10, 2020

How Stress Can Affect Your Health

Even though you may not realize it, stress can have a significant impact on your health. You may think your decreased productivity at work, frequent insomnia and irritating headache are because of illness, but its real cause may actually be stress.

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Importance of Self Care anxiety body love physical relationship selfcare social Jan 22, 2020

Importance of Self Care

Self-care might be perceived as a selfish and a narcissistic act by many, but it allows you to be a complete person before extending support to others. It is about fueling your mental and physical health so that you can be an optimistic and healthy social being.

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