"No" is the New Mistletoe: Setting Boundaries for a Stress-Free Holiday
John Johnson John Johnson

"No" is the New Mistletoe: Setting Boundaries for a Stress-Free Holiday

We all know the scene: twinkling lights, overflowing plates, and a seemingly endless parade of family gatherings. While the holidays are meant to be a time of joy and connection, they can also become a recipe for overwhelm and emotional burnout. Enter the secret weapon for a stress-free season: boundaries.

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Holiday Hustle with Heart: Embracing Self-Compassion This Season
John Johnson John Johnson

Holiday Hustle with Heart: Embracing Self-Compassion This Season

The holidays. A whirlwind of twinkling lights, festive cheer, and...self-criticism? Yup, amidst the joy, it's easy to become our own worst Grinch, piling on self-judgment and burying our accomplishments under a mountain of "should haves." But hold on, friend! This year, let's trade the grump for a glimmer of self-compassion, a gift that shines brighter than any tinsel.

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Dr. Barry Raphael and His Work on Symptoms of Sleep Disorder and Breathing in Children.
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Dr. Barry Raphael and His Work on Symptoms of Sleep Disorder and Breathing in Children.

Dr. Barry Raphael is a dentist and orthodontist who is widely regarded as a leader in the field of early, integrative, and airway-focused orthodontics. He is the founder and owner of the Raphael Center for Integrative Orthodontics in Clifton, New Jersey, where he and his team work to help children and adults achieve healthy, beautiful smiles and optimal airway function.

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George Catlin: A Painter of Native Americans
John Johnson John Johnson

George Catlin: A Painter of Native Americans

George Catlin was an American painter, author, and traveler who specialized in portraits of Native Americans in the American frontier. He was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, in 1796. He began his career as a lawyer but soon turned to painting. He was self-taught, but his work was quickly recognized for its realism and sensitivity.

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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): A silent killer
John Johnson John Johnson

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): A silent killer

Dr. Brendan Stack, a leading expert on sleep apnea, is quoted as saying that "Life expectancy is 20% shorter with untreated OSA." This is a startling claim, but it is supported by a growing body of research.

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