In difficult times, stress is inevitable. However, research shows that how we perceive a stressful event can impact not only our current situation, but it may also have an effect on our overall life expectancy.

Trying to cut back on screen time? Puzzles have been shown to improve memory and problem solving skills!

Did you know that the entire LoveYourBrain team works remote? Check out our newest LYB tip to get our advice on how to work from home.

Trying to cut back on screen time? Puzzles have been shown to improve memory and problem solving skills!

Tip from the Community! John O’Hanlon is a licensed massage therapist, is studying to be a neuro-muscular massage therapist and wants to help those that have sustained a TBI. Here, he shares some of his best tips he’s learned on his healing journey.

It’s easy to honor our feelings when they are positive: joy, acceptance, empowered. It’s a bit harder to work through negative feelings and accept those as well.

Tip from the Community! John O’Hanlon is a licensed massage therapist, is studying to be a neuro-muscular massage therapist and wants to help those that have sustained a TBI. Here, he shares some of his best tips he’s learned on his healing journey.

Aside from staying warm, add in having a bath weekly to reap the many other health benefits of this relaxing practice!

We all know that there are certain foods that are good for our brains, but Kevin shares how eating well in general has helped him with his healing.

The practice of aromatherapy has been around for thousands of years, but only recently has it been studied scientifically to understand the benefits and power of scent. Physiologically, use of essential oils is still beneficial for those that have had their sense of smell affected post-injury.

While letting go will be hard and hurtful initially, it can be an incredibly freeing and calming move later on.

Volunteering is a great way to connect with a community, understand others perspectives, or develop a new skill set. It also comes packed with many great health benefits!

Have you ever heard the saying, “fake it ‘til you make it”? Turns out there is evidence that supports facing our fears and convincing ourselves we can handle whatever comes our way. By tricking our brain into thinking that we can handle the situation at hand, will actually start the process of becoming immune to the fearful object.

Summer months are notorious for lax schedules but having a routine can do wonders for your mental health.

Yoga and meditation came into my life at the perfect moment, when I needed it the most. I could have never imagined anything to be so calming and balancing as yoga and meditation.

Hydration is key - especially as the weather starts to (steadily) get warmer!

Sometimes listening to our loved ones can be as important as listening to ourselves.

Each interaction offers the beautiful opportunity for personal connection, and it all starts with a short, but powerful, word.

The act of giving is more than a philanthropic venture, it actually may have health benefits for your brain!

This week's tip comes straight from a member of the brain injury community.