Health + Fitness

You may feel the seasonal blues as winter approaches and the days grow shorter. Fortunately, Jersey City offers many opportunities to enhance well-being while enjoying the season’s charm. Whether you want to warm up in a yoga studio, relax in a cozy coffee shop, or

Link Between the Creative Arts and Our Mental Health The expression of creative arts has been a part of human evolution since the first cave drawings were discovered. It is the intuitive part of being human to want to express our unique narratives in different

How the Foods We Eat Impact Our Mental Health There has been a lot of research that shows our diet affects both our physical and mental health: our moods, symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other conditions.  Our brain works 24/7 even when we are

Setting Boundaries During the Holiday Season Written by Christina Kuo, licensed therapist and a wellness advisor. I look forward to late fall and winter each year, not only because I yearn for the cold, crisp air that it brings, but also the coziness of what

Honoring the Family Caregivers in our Lives National Family Caregivers Month is celebrated every year in November: it is the time when we take this opportunity to thank and honor those who lovingly and willingly care for their loved ones. On October 31, 2023, President

Greener JC Announces Final Round 3 of the Greening Your Business Grant  By Greener JC Intern, Carolyn Abdalla   Greening Your Business Grant  Greener JC is thrilled to announce Round 3 of the Greening Your Business Grant! Round 3 is now open and accepting applications

Celebrating Self-Care Awareness Month with Joy Mental Fitness in Jersey City  Nurturing the Soul: The Therapist’s Perspective on Self-Care with Mi Cao   Do you find yourself constantly putting the needs of others before your own? Are the demands of daily life leaving you feeling

Guide to Kid-Friendly Parks in Jersey City   Living in Jersey City has boundless opportunities to have fun and enjoy being outdoors. And if you have kids, there are several parks around the city for all ages to enjoy. Each park offers unique opportunities for

The Flow Initiative Celebrates Passage of Bill A1349 Offering Free Menstrual Health Products in New Jersey Public Schools On August 23, 2023, a significant milestone was reached in New Jersey as Governor Phil Murphy signed Bill A1349 into law. This new legislation mandates that public

Celebrating National Holistic Therapy Day in Jersey City   Holistic Therapy Day, celebrated annually on July 26, honors the approach that treats the human body as a unified entity, embracing the connection between the mind, body, and soul. By incorporating practices like meditation, mindfulness, yoga,