Entries by Dr Nikki

10 Stress Busters You Can Do At Home

Stress can tear us up and have an devastating impact on the ones we love as well. Use these 10 stress busting ideas to stay grounded and happy, even in the midst of turbulent times. 1. Play soothing music. The concept of what is “soothing” in music is an individual one. I have a daughter […]

Just How Stressed Are You Anyway?

“I am so stressed out!” Whether we are saying it ourselves or hearing it from family members or friends, there are few, if any, of us who have not fallen prey to the deleterious effects of stress. From weight gain, to higher levels of blood pressure, difficulty sleeping, eating disorders and more, stress can really […]

A request

The business plan is going to the funding agency today. I ask for you all to send prayers for success and positive thoughts – at this point we could use all the help we can get!! Happy Tuesday!! -Nikki

10 Top Causes of Stress

1. Bereavement – the loss of someone you love and care for is a devastating event that, for many people, changes the entire way you experience your life. Normally associated with a variety of emotions such as regret, anger, and guilt, grieving is a process and we all process it differently. Consider the worst of […]

Fight or Flight and Stress

Our body reacts to stressful situations and long-term stress in a variety of ways. One of the ways we react to stressful situations is called the “fight or flight” reaction. This reaction is caused by the release of adrenaline into our systems. An important part of our body’s chemistry, without the hormone adrenaline you would […]