In my previous blog post, You Are Not Your Partner’s Mental Illness, I discussed the types of experiences people with mental illnesses can have. I explained that you are not the cause of their experiences and even though it is hard, you should not feel like you are the problem. You should do what youContinue reading “How to Help Your Partner With a Mental Illness“
Author Archives: Inspired Spine
You Are Not Your Partner’s Mental Illness
Being with someone who has a mental illness can be difficult at times. Mental illnesses, such as anxiety or depression, can affect your relationship in many ways. According to the Mayo Clinic, oftentimes people with mental illnesses will experience things such as: Feeling sad or down Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate Excessive fearsContinue reading “You Are Not Your Partner’s Mental Illness”
Haunted Hotels You Can Actually Stay In
Local Minnesota hotels: Palmer House Hotel- Sauk Centre This hotel has been around since 1901- it’s over 100 years old. There have been many investigations done here, including being featured on TV shows. There have been reports of apparitions, voices, and people even claiming they were touched by ghosts! The Kahler Grand Hotel – RochesterContinue reading “Haunted Hotels You Can Actually Stay In”
How to Have a Cozy Halloween Night in
Don’t feel like going out for Halloween? Do you want to play it safe due to COVID? You can still have fun Halloween night by staying in! Here are some things you can do: Turn on your string lights Light your candles Go all out with your decorations Carve or paint pumpkins Make “spooky” cocktailsContinue reading “How to Have a Cozy Halloween Night in”
Making Pumpkin Seeds From Your Carved Pumpkins
When you are carving your pumpkins this year, try saving the seeds to make your own fresh roasted pumpkin seeds! They are super easy to make and they taste great. Save the seeds from your pumpkin Wash them off Let them dry on a towel Put the seeds in a bowl and add olive oilContinue reading “Making Pumpkin Seeds From Your Carved Pumpkins”
Horror Movies to Watch this Halloween Season
If you’re anything like me, you watch scary movies year round. There is something extra spooky about watching them around Halloween though! Here are some of my favorite horror movies and where you can watch them: Netflix- The Conjuring The Conjuring 2 Before I wake Winchester Eli The Green Inferno Death Note Hush Insidious ChapterContinue reading “Horror Movies to Watch this Halloween Season”
Most Haunted Cities in the US
New Orleans, LouisianaNew Orleans has many places that have been reported as haunted, which isn’t surprising considering the town’s history in slavery, voodoo, war, and more. There are churches, hospitals, houses, cemeteries, and many other places that people claim to be haunted. Chicago, IllinoisChicago has a rich history from the great Chicago fire, to mobContinue reading “Most Haunted Cities in the US”
World Mental Health Day
This Sunday is World Mental Health Day. It is an internationally recognized day to advocate for mental health awareness and education. On average, 1 in 5 people experience mental illness in a year. It is important to recognize the signs of a mental illness and how to improve your mental health. The Mayo Clinic states:Continue reading “World Mental Health Day”
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is breast cancer awareness month! It is recognized to help increase awareness of the ongoing fight. In addition to breast cancer awareness month, National Mammography day is recognized on the third Friday of October each year. Almost everyone knows someone who is affected by breast cancer as 1 in 8 women are diagnosed. TheContinue reading “Breast Cancer Awareness Month”
Benefits of Cold Showers
Cold showers have many mental and physical health benefits. A shower is considered cold if it is below 70°F. Here are some of the top health benefits: Calms itchy skin Increases/improves circulation Increases endorphins Helps improve metabolism Fights common illnesses Improve emotional resilience Increases alertness Helps muscle recovery Increases testosterone in men Helps drain yourContinue reading “Benefits of Cold Showers”
IS LIFE US 