We tend to overlook, or minimize, the role of self care on our mental health resilience. When I first began my psychology studies, the idea that one’s health habits could influence the psycho-biological substrates of emotion was considered fringe and radical. But research is now conclusive, you have way more influence on your own biology than previously believed. The body and the brain are constantly adapting to the experience. My most recent Huffington Post blog describes the 5 most essential self care health behaviors and how they influence our ability to tolerate stress. I hope you will “like” it and send comments or questions!
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lara-fielding/5-essentials-of-mindful-self-care_b_7587322.html
