Changing clocks: advice from Ingrid Fournier, sophrologist, on how to live this moment with serenity

Oct 21, 2023 • 1 Like • 1 comment

This year, Daylight Saving Time in the United States fell on March 12, 2023 and will end on November 5, 2023, when our watches and alarm clocks will go back an hour. This will give us an extra...

Menopause

Menopause and diet: how to eat well to reduce symptoms?

Oct 18, 2023

Menopause is a natural biological process in women's lives, which corresponds to the cessation of ovarian functions. Arriving in most women around the age of 50, menopause generates symptoms known as...

Mental health: learn to control your anxiety using the 10/10/10 rule

Oct 10, 2023 • 2 Likes

Learning to cope with your fears is also a way of improving your mental health. But there is no universal rule for taking a step back from a difficult situation that is tormenting us. However, an...

Tips on how to relieve pain without drugs

Oct 1, 2023 • 9 Likes

Pain is often perceived as a warning signal from the body, indicating that something is wrong. Whether physical or emotional, pain affects quality of life. While many people opt for medication to...

How to get a better sleep: tips from a sophrologist

Sep 30, 2023 • 1 Like

Our relationship with sleep is a complicated one, and we spend a lot of time worrying about it. Because sleeping well is vital! But the less we manage to fall asleep, the more we worry about not...

Emotional Trauma: How to recover and become resilient?

Sep 25, 2023 • 6 Likes

Emotional trauma can take root in a single agonizing moment or build up slowly, over a lifetime. Sometimes, it can hijack the mind, leaving a person haunted by their memories, battling anxiety, or...

Positive solitude: what are the benefits of having some alone time?

Sep 23, 2023 • 2 Likes

Many people tend to shun or dread solitude. But it's not always a synonym to isolation, and it can be hugely beneficial to our well-being. So what does it mean to enjoy being alone? What are the...

Multiple sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis: How to break the news to your children?

Sep 21, 2023

Telling your children about your diagnosis is a delicate yet necessary step. There is no "one-size-fits-all" method to prepare for these sensitive discussions.Nevertheless, Alain Lagreze, an expert...

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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Getting a Transplant and Best Practices after Surgery

Sep 18, 2023 • 1 Like

Our kidneys might very well be the unsung heroes of our body. However, conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and infections can compromise their vital functions, significantly impacting...

How to Take Care of your Vaginal Microbiome?

Sep 4, 2023 • 4 Likes

The vagina is home to a dynamic yet delicate ecosystem of microorganisms that hold the key to intimate well-being, called the vaginal microbiome. Attending to its needs has often been neglected, yet...

Self-Compassion for Mental Health: Can it make you happier?

Aug 28, 2023 • 4 Likes

In a world often consumed by self-criticism and comparison, self-compassion emerges as a powerful antidote. It involves responding to failures and feelings of inadequacy with kindness, understanding...

How can you avoid travelers' diarhhea while on holiday?

Aug 19, 2023 • 2 Likes

Travelers' diarrhea (TD) is a common gastrointestinal ailment that can quickly spoil a holiday. However, with the right preparation and rigorous hygiene, you can minimise the risks of catching it and...