From frazzled to festive: Taming holiday stress
We all know the song, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” But as we’re driving to the supermarket, wrapping gifts, cleaning the house, cooking, decorating, and baking, we might not feel that way. The holidays can be magical, but they can also pile on pressure,...
Holiday eating made easier: Practical nutrition tips for a busy season
The holiday season brings gatherings, rich meals and plenty of opportunities to overindulge. Whether you are trying to maintain balance or simply feel better through the busiest stretch of the year, a few simple strategies can help. Below are practical,...
N.J. legislators advance bill to legalize psychedelic drug found in mushrooms
Supporters call psilocybin ‘next great breakthrough in psychiatry’ New Jersey legislators on Monday took another step toward legalizing psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound found in some mushrooms that supporters consider a breakthrough therapy bound to transform...
Calm and colors: South Jersey artists bring healing to Shore’s halls
Views from the Shore For many years now, the entryway at Shore Medical Center has served as more than a hallway. It has functioned as a gallery — a welcoming space where local artists offer patients, visitors, and staff a moment of calm before they take their next...
The power of gratitude
Gratitude is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to improve our health and well-being, yet it is often something we overlook in the rush of daily life. During the holiday season, many of us naturally pause to reflect on the people and moments that bring meaning...
