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7 Dimensions of Wellness: Spiritual Wellness

7 Dimensions of Wellness: Spiritual Wellness This year’s Connection Café Fall series is happy to present the 7 Dimensions of Wellness. The idea of wellness should not be limited to one idea, and that is why this series is covering the “Lifestyle Redesign” model, (Cassidy, et al, 2017). To learn about all the different areas, […]

WRITTEN BY: Casey Bishop, OSU Extension, Paulding County, Family and Consumer Sciences

REVIEWED BY: Kathryn Tutt, OSU Extension, Clark County, Family and Consumer Sciences & Area Leader

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • Signature Photo Gallery; University Marketing (August 31st, 2021). Yoga [photography]. https://universitymarketing.osu.edu/photo-gallery/gallery/?galAlbum=27

REFERENCES:

  • American Occupational Therapy Association. (2014). Occupational therapy practice framework: Domain and process. (3rd ed.). American Journal of Occupational Therapy, S1–S48. doi.:10.5014/ajot.2014.682006
  • Brown, C., Stoffel, V. C., & Munoz, J. P., (2019). Occupational therapy in mental health: A vision for participation. F. A. Davis Company.
  • Cassidy, T. B., Richards, L. G., & Eakman, A. M. (2017). Feasibility of a Lifestyle Redesign®–Inspired Intervention for Well Older Adults. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 71(4), 7104190050p1-7104190050p6. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2017.024430
  • Clark, F. A., Blanchard, J., Sleight, A., Cogan, A., Florindez, L., Gleason, S., Heymann, R., Hill, V., Holden, A., Murphy, M., Proffitt, R., Schepens Niemiec, S., Vigen, C. (2015). Lifestyle redesign: The intervention tested in the USC well elderly studies. Bethesda, MD: AOTA Press, The American Occupational Therapy Association.
  • Howard, B. S., & Howard, J. R. (1997). Occupation as Spiritual Activity. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 51(3), 181–185. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.51.3.181
  • Jackson, J., Carlson, M., Mandel, D., Zemke, R., & Clark, F. (1998). Occupation in Lifestyle Redesign: The Well Elderly Study Occupational Therapy Program. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 52(5), 326–336. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.52.5.326
  • Lee, K. H., Besthorn, F. H., Bolin, B. L., & Jun, J. S. (2012). Stress, Spiritual, and Support Coping, and Psychological Well-Being Among Older Adults in Assisted Living. Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work: Social Thought, 31(4), 328–347. https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2012.716287

7 Dimensions of Wellness: Intellectual Wellness

This year’s Connection Café Fall Series is happy to present the 7 Dimensions of Wellness. The idea of wellness should not be limited to one idea, and that is why this series is covering the “Lifestyle Redesign” model, (Cassidy, et al, 2017). To learn about all the different areas, please register for sessions at www.go.osu.edu/ConnecttoWellness […]

WRITTEN BY: Casey Bishop, OSU Extension, Paulding County, Family and Consumer Sciences

REVIEWED BY: Lorissa Dunfee, OSU Extension, Belmont County, Family and Consumer Sciences

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • iStock.(August 28th, 2021). Girl Reading Fun [Photography]. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/photos/girl-white-fun-kid-literature-3038974/

REFERENCES:

  • American Occupational Therapy Association. (2014). Occupational therapy practice framework: Domain and process. (3rd ed.). American Journal of Occupational Therapy, S1–S48. doi.:10.5014/ajot.2014.682006
  • Brown, C., Stoffel, V. C., & Munoz, J. P., (2019). Occupational therapy in mental health: A vision for participation. F. A. Davis Company.
  • Cassidy, T. B., Richards, L. G., & Eakman, A. M. (2017). Feasibility of a Lifestyle Redesign®–Inspired Intervention for Well Older Adults. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 71(4), 7104190050p1-7104190050p6. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2017.024430
  • Clark, F. A., Blanchard, J., Sleight, A., Cogan, A., Florindez, L., Gleason, S., Heymann, R., Hill, V., Holden, A., Murphy, M., Proffitt, R., Schepens Niemiec, S., Vigen, C. (2015). Lifestyle redesign: The intervention tested in the USC well elderly studies. Bethesda, MD: AOTA Press, The American Occupational Therapy Association.
  • CFI Education Inc. (2020, September 16). SMART Goal - Definition, Guide, and Importance of Goal Setting. Corporate Finance Institute. https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/knowledge/other/smart-goal/.
  • Hunter, E. G., & Kearney, P. J. (2018). Occupational Therapy Interventions to Improve Performance of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living for Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 72(4), 7204190050p1-7204190050p9. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2018.031062
  • Marenus, M. (2020, June 9). Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Simply Psychology. https://www.simplypsychology.org/multiple-intelligences.html.
  • Practical Psychology. (2016, April 3). How To Gain Intelligence: 8 Intelligences Theory - Get Smarter Everyday [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXLJppSfEzY
  • Reijnders, J., van Heugten, C., & van Boxtel, M. (2015). Keep Your Brain Fit! A Psychoeducational Training Program for Healthy Cognitive Aging: A Feasibility Study. Educational Gerontology, 41(8), 613–620. ERIC.

What is Toxic Guilt, and Is It Contagious?

Previously in the blog, “No” is a complete sentence,  I touched on the subject of toxic guilt. Toxic guilt is when we feel guilt without actually having done anything wrong. For example, this could be the guilt felt when you decided to pursue a career in welding when your parents thought you should be a […]

WRITTEN BY: Dr. Roseanne Scammahorn, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Darke County, Scammahorn.5@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Ken Stewart, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Monroe County, stewart.1982@osu.edu

REFERENCES:

  • Case-Leng, F. (2020, May 20). Moving beyond toxic guilt. Counseling Directory. Retrieved from https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/memberarticles/moving-beyond-toxic-guilt
  • Cikanavicius, D. (2018). How Toxic Guilt and False Responsibility Keep You in Dysfunction. Psych Central. Retrieved form https://psychcentral.com/blog/psychology-self/2018/11/guilt-responsibility-dysfunction#1
  • Formica, M. (2008, May 5). The Myth of Managing Emotions. Psychology Today. Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/enlightened-living/200805/the-myth-managing-emotions
  • McCann, V (2020, April 22). Healthy vs. Toxic Guilt. Smarmore Castle Clinic. Retrieved from https://smarmore-rehab-clinic.com/blog/04/2020/healthy-vs-toxic-guilt
  • Polard, A. (2020, September 20). 5 Ways to Release Toxic Guilt. Psychology Today. Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/unified-theory-happiness/202009/5-ways-release-toxic-guilt
  • Scammahorn, R. (2021). “No” is a complete sentence. Live Healthy Live Well. Retrieved from https://livesmartohio.osu.edu/family-and-relationships/scammahorn-5osu-edu/no-is-a-complete-sentence/

Cry it out to improve your health

How many times have you been told you have to keep it together? Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons told us “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” Miranda Lambert tells us to “Hide your crazy… and never let them see you cry,” and let’s not forget Tom Hanks in A League of Their Own, telling us “There’s […]

WRITTEN BY: Dr. Roseanne Scammahorn, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Darke County, scammahorn.5@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Misty Harmon, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Perry County, harmon.416@osu.edu

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • Photo by Ben Hershey on Unsplash

REFERENCES:

  • Cleveland Eye Clinic. (2020). Three Types of Tears. https://www.clevelandeyeclinic.com/2019/07/16/three-types-of-tears/
  • Govender, S. (2020). Is Crying Good for You? https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/is-crying-good-for-you
  • Newhouse, L. (2021). Is Crying Good for You? Harvard Health Publishing. Harvard Medical School. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-crying-good-for-you-2021030122020
  • Sollitto, M. (2020). Go Ahead, Have a Good Cry: 5 Reasons Why It’s Good for You. https://www.agingcare.com/articles/reasons-why-crying-is-good-for-your-health-146022.htm
  • Tindle, J. & Tadi, P. (2020). Neuroanatomy, Parasympathetic Nervous System. National Center for Biotechnology Information. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK553141/
  • Penn Medicine. (2016). Why You Should Cry – 5 Reasons to Let it All Out. https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/health-and-wellness/2016/november/health-benefits-of-crying
  • UPMC. (nd). 8 Negative Effects of Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure. https://www.upmc.com/services/south-central-pa/heart-vascular/conditions-services/high-blood-pressure
  • University of Illinois. (2020). Experiencing and Expressing Emotion. The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. https://counselingcenter.illinois.edu/brochures/experiencing-and-expressing-emotion

LOL-Laugh Out Loud… for your heart!

I have been reading a lot about the benefits of laughter. One surprising benefit of laughter is a healthier heart! Laughter affects your nervous system, boosting your serotonin, dopamine, and endorphin levels,  but also it can be a great workout for the immune, lymph, and cardiovascular systems. When you laugh, your heart rate increases and […]

WRITTEN BY: Dr. Roseanne Scammahorn, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Darke County, Scammahorn.5@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Mist Harmon, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Perry County, harmon.416@osu.edu

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • Photo by Silvia Cosimini from FreeImages

REFERENCES:

  • Abram, T. (2018). Laughter has serious benefits. Michigan State University - https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/laughter_has_serious_benefits
  • Edmonds, M. (2019, June 16). What is laughter therapy? https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/laughter-therapy.htm
  • Henry Ford LiveWell. (2019). How Laughter Benefits your Heart Health. https://www.henryford.com/blog/2019/03/how-laughter-benefits-heart-health#:~:text=When%20you%20laugh%2C%20your%20heart,of%20a%20heart%20disease%20diagnosis.
  • University of California San Francisco. (n.d.). Laughter Yoga. https://osher.ucsf.edu/public-classes/laughter-yoga
  • The University of St. Augustine. (2019). How laughter can relieve stress and Ideas to laugh it off. https://www.usa.edu/blog/how-laughter-can-relieve-stress/

What Mindfulness App Should I Try?

The research on mindfulness apps is very new. One 2018 article stated, “research began in earnest only about four years ago.” At best, the research on mindfulness apps is new and therefore limited. At worst, there have been examples of some apps making, “health claims with no research to back up their programs.” Because the […]

WRITTEN BY: Patrice Powers-Barker, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Lucas County

REVIEWED BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Fairfield County

REFERENCES:

  • Clarke, J., Draper, S. (2020). Intermittent mindfulness practice can be beneficial, and daily practice can be harmful. An in depth, mixed methods study of the “Calm” app's (mostly positive) effects. Internet Interventions, Volume 19, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.invent.2019.100293
  • Finding and Evaluating Online Resources (2020). National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, National Institutes of Health. Retrieved 09/16/20 from https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/finding-and-evaluating-online-resources
  • Flett, J., Hayne, H., Riordan, B., Thompson, L. & Conner, T. (2018). Mobile mindfulness meditation: A randomised controlled trial of the effect of two popular apps on mental health. Mindfulness. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12671-018-1050-9
  • Hendricks, D., Lavery, M., Bouillon, L., & Gotfried, R. (2020). Evaluating the effectiveness of a mindfulness app among academic advisors. Journal of Technology in Behavioral Science volume 5, pages149–155(2020)
  • Huberty, J., Vranceanu, A., Carney, C., Breus, M., Gordon, M., & Puzia, M., (2019). Characteristics and usage patterns among 12,151 paid subscribers of the Calm Meditation App: Cross-Sectional survey. JMIR mHealth and uHealth, https://mhealth.jmir.org/2019/11/e15648
  • Let Me Google That: Finding Valid Health and Wellness Information Online (2019). Clemson Cooperative Extension. https://hgic.clemson.edu/hot-topic/let-me-google-that-finding-valid-health-and-wellness-information-online/
  • Mani, M., Kavanagh, Hides, L.,& Stoyanov, S. (2015). Review and evaluation of mindfulness-based iPhone apps. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2015 Jul-Sep; 3(3): e82. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4705029/
  • Newman, K. (2018). Do mindfulness apps work? Research on mindfulness is limited, but here’s what we know so far. Greater Good Magazine, Berkeley, University of California. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/do_mindfulness_apps_work
  • Powers-Barker, P. (2016). Introduction to Mindfulness, Ohio State University Extension Factsheet. https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5243
  • Tlalka, S. (2016). The trouble with mindfulness apps: When your favorite mindfulness app says it’s based in science, check twice. Few actually are. Greater Good Magazine, Berkeley, University of California. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/the_trouble_with_mindfulness_apps

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