Let’s face it: we live in very stressful times. Whether it is the economy, our jobs, inclement weather, our health, the health of loved ones, or even our pets, anxiety can present in many different ways and forms.

Four themes commonly surface this time of year: 

The fall season initiates a time of cooler temperatures, shorter days and longer nights that can cause deleterious moods for some. This is no reason for concern since there are many natural interventions that may improve one’s mood, sleep and energy. 

What's on Your Mind?

A question was asked by a person who wanted to change a person’s way of looking at the world. She said that this individual tends to be critical, rejecting and unhappy. I address this concern regularly in my office. 

The College of Alameda held a Health and Wellness Fair for the public on Thursday, Oct. 12, with a variety of booths including a destressing station. A stage was packed with non-stop singers, dancers, actors and athletes throughout the event. 

Former Miss California USA participant Jessica Robinson, known locally as Miss Alameda, has joined up with Alameda’s ReThink Disposable program to involve high school students in a new environmental project to help 100 local businesses go “packaging free.”

Fall is upon us and winter is just around the corner. That means it is also influenza season. Influenza, or flu, season begins in October and can last through May. 

When a child goes to college away from home, the hope is that that child is happy and eager to move out of the family home. The hope is that the parents are supportive of the decision and also prepared for the child to move out of the family home.