You may be surprised to know that stress is actually essential to brain health. Neuroscientists have discovered that, in order to learn, we need a certain amount of short-term tolerable stress to stay sharp and grow our brains. But too much stress can be, well, too much.

Stress is a natural part of life. Deadlines, appointments, bills, family and community obligations will always be there. No matter how stressful your life is, there are still healthy ways to cope with stress.

Sleep deprivation is a very real problem in modern society, affecting millions of Americans every year. Although occasional changes in sleep are common and mostly harmless, chronic sleep disturbance and sleep deprivation have serious side effects.

Your mental health affects every aspect of your life, from your relationships, productivity, and self-esteem.
Learning to manage stress effectively makes for productive days and a healthier mind.