Keys to a Happier Healthier Life

  

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More people are exploring ways to find inner peace and well-being in these uncertain times.  Deepak Chopra, MD co-founder of the Center for Wellbeing and a world pioneer of integrative medicine defines Happiness as a state of well-being, joy and ease when you seem to be in the flow and things just happen. People who are Happy are more likely to be healthier, have      better relationships, do good/meaningful work and be successful at it.  When you get down to it, most people generally want peace, harmony, laughter and love which is a personal state of well-being.  Professor Jack Shonkoff, Professor at Harvard Medical School found that negative emotions can harm the body by altering the biological system that wears and tears on the body.  People who have chronic anger and anxiety can increase their risk of cardiac (heart) problems and trigger stress hormones that increase inflammation in the body.  

For those who are in a difficult place right now, both experts agree that change has to start with you.  When you are Happy, you tend to exert more positive energy.  That means when one person sees a problem-another sees the problem as an opportunity.  Practicing meditation and also working with a therapist can help one re-channel negative thoughts, feelings and emotions.  Experts also suggest that there are Keys to a Happier and Healthier life.  Here are few tips to help one take strides towards a better emotional balance:  live in the moment, find resilience, manage your energy, treat yourself well    sometime, venture outside your comfort zone and show compassion outwardly.  Start by making an appointment with your primary care provider to discuss your concerns and let your provider help coordinate your care.                                                                             

                                                                                          Forrester Watson, AA                      

       

 

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Join TOVA at Support Group at learn tips to Manage Stress during the Holidays this Wednesday, Dec. 13th at 12noon

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Message from Dr. Nina: Your Health is Your Wealth

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     The holidays can be a stressful time trying to  buying gifts and all the planning that incurs.  Taking time to appreciate the things in life  such as your health and lifestyle choices really matters.  Medical studies show that even though a person may have a chronic medical condition, like Diabetes, Hypertension, Sickle Cell Disease etc., they can still improve their overall health outcomes.  People who participate in   comprehensive lifestyle modification programs experience clinical

meaningful  improvements in their overall health & wellness.  That means, take a step forward   by scheduling  a yearly Wellness Exam for a  Preventative Maintenance check-up.       Radio Personality, Tom Joyner is an advocate for the “Take a Loved One to the    Doctor Day.”  Health Economists state that protecting yourself against illness and  disability is one of the most important financial investments you can make during your life.  When problems are addressed in a timely manner, long-term  health      outcomes improve drastically.   To find out more information, go to the Cleveland     Clinic Center for Lifestyle Medicine @ www.clevelandclinic.org/wellness.

                                                  All the best, Dr. Nina

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Delaware Essence Senior Diva at 65 years young. Who would you Nominate?

                  Beautiful Inside and Out and takes good care of her overall Health & Wellness.

All the Best, Dr. Cousin Nina

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Wilmington, DE 19805

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TOVA Sickle Cell Awareness Walk/Run hook-up joined two participants in marriage Saturday, November 11th

Congratulations to Dr. Raymisha  and Theo Jr. who met at the 2015 James Faucett III Sickle Cell Awareness run at Brandywine Park.  Even though Theo tried to keep up with Raymisha, he finally conquered by getting the hook up which led to a friendship beyond compare.

  Our Wilmington Delaware community longed for a wedding of elegance even just to dress up and connect with family andfriends.  All of the above was achieved on Saturday, November 11th at Hanover Presbyterian Church and the receptions.  Tears of Joy and Best Wishes to you both. 

 
                                                                All the best, Dr. Nina

                                                Building Healthy Families and Communities

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Sickle Cell Specialty Center

213 Greenhill Ave.

Wilmington, DE 

(302) 429-5870

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