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Shake off the Holiday Stress!

The new year offers the perfect opportunity to reset after the stress of the holiday season and focus on habits that improve mental and physical health. This blog explores three key areas to support wellness: meditation, which reduces anxiety, boosts immunity, slows aging, and improves sleep; supplements like vitamin D, magnesium, and B vitamins, which support energy, mood, and resilience; and exercise routines that build strength and mental clarity, from yoga to VR fitness. With better sleep, mindful movement, and the right nutrition, you can step into the year calm, bright, and full of vitality.

by Health By Principle on October 02, 2025  in holidaystressstress and sleepstress reliefstressed
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The Emotional First Aid Kit: What’s in Yours?

Emotional self-care is essential for navigating stress, anxiety, and life’s challenges. This blog introduces the idea of an Emotional First Aid Kit—a personalized collection of items, memories, and tools designed to lift your mood and restore calm when life feels overwhelming. From favorite scents, cozy fabrics, and uplifting playlists, to inspirational books, comforting foods, and funny videos, the kit serves as a reminder of joy, resilience, and support. The very act of assembling it can spark positivity, while using it provides a reliable way to refocus, recharge, and nurture your emotional well-being.

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All is Calm, All is Bright this Holiday Season

The new year is the perfect time to reset after the stress of the holidays and focus on balance, energy, and health. This blog explores three key areas for a brighter start: meditation, which improves mood, sleep, immunity, and even slows aging; supplements like vitamin D, magnesium, and B vitamins, which boost resilience and support mental and physical wellness; and exercise routines—from walking and yoga to VR workouts—that energize the body and sharpen the mind. Together, these habits promote calm, clarity, and vitality, helping you move into the new year with strength and optimism.

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Your Mitochondria May Affect Your Mood – Here’s How

Mitochondria, often called the “powerhouses” of cells, play a crucial role in brain energy and mental health. When mitochondria fail to meet energy demands, neurons may struggle to communicate effectively, potentially contributing to depression and other mood disorders. Research links mitochondrial dysfunction and stress to DNA leakage, inflammation, and worsening depressive symptoms. Studies show that elevated mitochondrial DNA levels in the blood are tied to stress responses and treatment-resistant depression. This growing evidence suggests mitochondria may be a key factor connecting stress, inflammation, and mood, offering new insights into understanding and treating depression.

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Mitochondria and Me

Mitochondria, the “powerhouses of the cell,” are essential for energy, brain health, and longevity. When they malfunction, they contribute to stress, aging, and chronic illness. This blog explores how mitochondria work, what happens when they break down, and practical ways to protect them—through diet, exercise, sleep, fasting, and toxin reduction. By caring for these tiny engines of life, we can boost energy, support resilience, and build a stronger foundation for lifelong health.

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Stress Management: Coping with Stress

Stress is a normal part of life, but it doesn’t have to overwhelm us. This blog series explores how to manage stress through realistic strategies and small, daily actions. You’ll learn how to ease holiday stress by setting boundaries and focusing on what truly matters, reframe self-care as an essential practice rather than a luxury, and adopt five science-backed daily habits that promote happiness and balance. Together, these insights offer practical tools to reduce stress, build resilience, and create more peace of mind in everyday life.

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