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The British summer is a pretty weird time when it comes down to it. Either the heat and humidity intensify and, in a nation that doesn’t really do air conditioning, everything gets quickly unpleasant and overwhelming. Or we get cool, cloudy, or even miserable rainy days, and you feel cheated (“Call this summer?”). At the same time, you’ve either booked a holiday, in which case you’re rushing to get all your work done before you leave, and stressing about how…

The term “self-care” has gained traction in recent years – but what does it really mean and how does it benefit us and those we love? Put simply, self-care is taking intentional action to preserve and enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The International Self-Care Foundation (ISAF) established Self-Care Day to be observed every July 24th (7/24) to signify observing self-care, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. While this may not always be possible thanks to our…

JW: I’m Judy Wagley. This is “From the Ground Up!” When I was a very young person just hanging around the house, my dad, who was a bit of a character, would say, “Go outside and blow the stink off you!” All these years later, I realize that dad was on to something. He knew that getting outdoors is good for us. Holly Tiret is Michigan State University Extension, Senior Extension Educator, Social/ Emotional Health. Thanks for joining me today,…