Stacie Anderson

Owner of Siouxland Magazine and Empowering Conversations. Enjoys empowering and contributing to organizations that focus on the environment, holistic health, education, and personal growth, as well as those open to expanding their creative and innovative boundaries.

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Question:   Although I used to enjoy this time of year, I find myself struggling with what feels like depression. I’ve noticed that these feelings seem to lift when the days start to get longer and there’s more sunlight. Is this really considered depression?   It sounds like you’re describing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), commonly referred

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Fear of Being on Medications  Question: I tried non-pharmacological approaches to help my mood, including therapy and lifestyle changes, without feeling much better. Finally, my therapist suggested that I go on medication for my anxiety and depression. I am nervous about taking medication. By agreeing to take a medication, am I admitting that something is

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The Ancient Medicine of Qigong Stimulates Longevity of the Whole Human

These days, there seems to be different types of medical technology developed every day. With this ever-changing landscape of medicines, only a handful have withstood the test of time. Qigong is one of them, dating back more than 4,500 years. This unique blend of martial arts, philosophy, meditation, breath, and movement works to integrate mind,

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