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20 thoughtful questions to deepen your relationship

February 05, 2024 | By Amanda Cramer

Make an effort. Partners, find time to connect and have meaningful conversations. It is easy to become quickly overwhelmed with work, school projects, and family commitments. While these things can be positive in our lives, they can also extend beyond our comfort zones. When we don’t have time to have meaningful conversations with our partners, […]

10 fun date ideas that cultivate communication … and aren’t just dinner out

February 01, 2024 | By Amanda Cramer

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. I often find that people have great ideas but struggle to execute them and then feel a sense of disappointment. Sometimes, we can use the thought process of good, better, best to help us plan a date. Maybe the ideal date is too complicated to plan, tickets are […]

What does it mean to be well?

December 27, 2023 | By Julie Luzarraga

Wellness in 2024 It’s that time of year when everyone starts thinking about “getting healthy.” Most of us consider “healthy” to be the absence of illness or injury. The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” While this […]

Family Schemas: Being On Time

October 16, 2023 | By Amanda Cramer

Families often create schemas or rules to establish expectations and procedures within their own unique dynamics. These schemas dictate the norms and values that each family holds dear. For example, some families prioritize eating dinner together at the table, while others may prefer to eat individually when schedules permit. Each family has its own interests and priorities – such as sports […]

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Warm yourself with roasted squash soup

October 11, 2023 | By Dandilion Davenport

As the winds start to pick up and the weather starts to cool, we find ourselves moving into what is known in Ayurveda as Vata season. The outer world affects our inner world, so to help offset the drying, cooling weather, it is encouraged for us to hydrate ourselves with warming liquids. One of my […]

Understanding Self-Compassion: A Path to Healing and Well-Being

September 29, 2023 | By Amanda Cramer

In today’s busy world, we often feel burdened by self-judgment and the need to live up to impossible standards. To combat these negative feelings, we can practice self–compassion. Self–compassion is a kind and caring way of thinking that can improve our mental and physical health. Self–compassion means being kind, understanding, and accepting towards ourselves, especially when we are going through […]

How collective leadership supports integrative healthcare

September 25, 2023 | By Julie Luzarraga

When the idea of Omaha Integrative Care first emerged, I knew in my heart I knew that the business side of it would need to be structured differently from typical small healthcare practices. True integrative healthcare is an organic process rooted in a relationship between patients and providers. It creates a system or team of […]

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Wellness tips for staying cool

August 22, 2023 | By Julie Luzarraga

As temperatures rise over the next couple of days, it’s important to take steps to stay cool and healthy. Heat illnesses can affect anyone, but those with underlying health conditions or the elderly are at a higher risk. High temperatures impact us on multiple levels, including our digestive health, cardiovascular system, and even our emotional […]

Finding the Right Health and Wellness Provider for YOU

July 24, 2023 | By Julie Luzarraga

We all face challenges, whether they are physical or emotional. You may even have an idea of how to address these challenges, but it may not be entirely clear. Finding a health or wellness provider to assist you in navigating these challenges can make a significant difference in how you feel. By answering a few […]

What to expect in your first therapy session

July 19, 2023 | By Amanda Cramer

Taking the first step to finding a therapist can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know what to expect. It’s natural to feel nervous or uncertain. Remember: Therapy should be a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Connecting with the right therapist is key. So if you don’t feel […]

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