Move More in May: Five Reasons to Increase Physical Activity
In many parts of the country, the month of May is when the weather warms after a cold winter. That means it’s time to get up and move more! Whether […]
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Five Tips for Talking with Your Children about War and Conflict
When war and conflict make the headlines and children see disturbing images on television or the internet, it can create feelings of fear, stress, sadness, anxiety, and even anger. They […]
The Balancing Act of Work and Family
What does riding a bike, using a wheelbarrow, arranging flowers, and placing furniture in a room have in common? All of these tasks require balance. It is hard to explain […]
Tips for Being a Savvy Supermarket Shopper
As the rising cost of living is cutting into our budgets, it’s important to be savvy in our grocery shopping. Consider these tips. It can be discouraging to see food […]
10 Tips to Overcoming Loneliness
Humans need social connections to survive and thrive. One report found that one-third of adults age 45 and older feel lonely and nearly one-fourth of adults 65 and older are […]
Spring Pruning Pointers
Temperatures are warming, and it is time to get out in the yard again. One of the first orders of business is pruning shrubs, roses, fruit trees, and raspberries. Many […]
How Can I Express My Feelings in a More Gentle (less blaming) Way?
We cannot expect our loved ones to guess what is going on inside our minds. This makes expressing our own feelings in a non-judgmental or blaming way critical to healthy […]
Include Water-Efficient Practices in April Gardening Plans
As drought concerns in Utah continue this year, it’s important to begin the gardening season with water-efficient practices in mind. USU Extension provides a website with drought information and resources at drought.usu.edu. Topics […]
Creating Connections Through Cooking
The connection between cooking at home and health has been explored for many years. Regular at home cooking has been tied to improved psychosocial and physical health. The act of […]
Establishing Smooth Transitions after Divorce
It can be emotional for children and parents alike when children leave the care and responsibility of one parent to be with the other parent. Establishing a routine for these transitions […]