Well-Being
Benefits of Starting a Garden
If you’re discovering gardening for the first time, you might be surprised to find out there are quite a few benefits to getting your hands in the dirt.
TikTok Sleep Trends – Do They Actually Work?
Did you know 1 in 3 U.S. adults aren't getting enough sleep? So we decided to search social media for sleep hacks and ask a doctor if they're worth trying.
How to Reset Your Health This New Year
In the New Year, it seems like we’re so focused on diet and exercise. However, there are other aspects of our health we could focus on. Find out more here.
Why You Should Step Out of Your Comfort Zone
While it’s healthy for us to establish a comfort zone, getting out of it can be good for us as well. So how can we get comfortable with being uncomfortable?
Why Men Have Shorter Lifespans Than Women
The average male life expectancy is five years less than females. What factors contribute to this and what can men do to expand their longevity? Find out here.
How to Quiet Your Mind Before Bed
At some point we've found ourselves unable to fall asleep at night because of racing thoughts. In this episode, we explore what we can do to quiet our minds.
How Your Living Space Affects Your Well-Being
Can our living space really have a direct impact on our well-being? Hear what you can do to make small changes to your space to improve your well-being.
How Does Stress Impact Our Heart Health?
Stress is a common part of life. But what happens if we experience elevated levels of stress on a consistent basis? Could it be harmful to our heart health?
How to Maintain Good Immunity This Winter
Let’s face it – no one enjoys feeling tired, run down or sick. So what can we do to maintain good immunity and protect ourselves this winter season?
How to Be Mindful During the Holidays
The holidays can be a time of joy and excitement, but they can also very easily become stressful. Listen to how mindfulness can help relieve holiday stress.
Why You Shouldn’t Solely Focus on Weight Loss for Good Health
When looking to get healthy, we may associate weight loss with the gold standard for success when it comes to being healthy, but there's more to it than that.
How to Improve Your Health with Technology
With constant advancements in technology, our options for self-care have increased tremendously. So how do we take advantage of this tech to improve our health?
What You Need to Know About Colonoscopies
We know once we reach a certain age, it's recommended we get a colonoscopy - but why? Here, we uncover everything you need to know about colonoscopies.
How to Get Organized and Feel Better About Your Space
For some, staying organized is an ongoing battle and it fills us with stress and anxiety. But maybe we just haven't found an organizing style that works for us.
Laughter – What is It Doing for Our Health?
We've all heard that laughter is the best medicine, but what is it doing for our health? Find out how laughter benefits us both mentally and physically.
Is Blue Light Bad for Our Eyes?
On average, we spend three hours and 43 minutes on our phone per day. It's clear screen time has increased, but what is it doing to our eyes? Find out here.
How Housing Instability Affects Our Health
Each night, more than 8,300 Michiganders face the possibility of not having a place to go home. Find out how this can cause a cascading effect on one's health.
The Importance of Making Time for Self-Reflection
Aristotle said, "Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom." Looking within is part of personal growth. Discover how to make the most of self-reflection.
How Vaping Affects Your Health
In recent years, vaping has exploded in popularity. It's been touted as a safer form of smoking. But without much evidence, is it really safer than cigarettes?
How Daylight Savings Affects Our Sleep
The time change is something we experience every year, but it doesn't change the fact that it can disrupt our sleep cycle. Here's how to adjust to the shift.
How to Build Resilience
Life brings new challenges at every turn. No matter the obstacle, building resilience in the face of adversity can be powerful for our emotional well-being.
Myths and Misconceptions About Immunization
Understanding immunization can be information overload - both good and bad - causing us to wonder if we should or shouldn't get vaccinated. We unpack that here.
Well-Being for Moms
Motherhood can be a demanding experience. Here are some tips on how busy moms can improve and maintain their well-being.
Ways to Improve Financial Well-Being
Take control of your finances with these simple money management tips.
Finding Balance in Life
Stress is something we carry with us whether it's coming home or going to work. On this episode, we discuss how we can find balance in life through resilience.
Wellness Tips for the Workplace
Workplace well-being can positively impact productivity and reduce health care costs when implemented correctly. Listen to our wellness tips for the workplace.
Importance and Health Benefits of Social Interaction
Hanging with friends can equal more than just a good time. Discover the many health benefits of social interaction on A Healthier Michigan Podcast.
Benefits of Journaling and The Positive Impact on Your Health
Rewiring our brain to be positive can help us clear our emotions of negativity. On this episode, we discuss gratitude and the health benefits of journaling.
What Does Physical Well-being Mean?
The key to physical well-being is physical activity, good nutrition and practicing mindfulness. Listen for more tips on how to achieve physical well-being.
The Dimensions of Wellness, and What is Well-being?
Emotional, psychological and social well-being play important roles in our overall health. We explore the dimensions of wellness and explain well-being.