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The Canine Cure

The UpWellness Team

Nine years ago, I wrote a prescription for myself and my family. It was for one of the most powerful and effective medicines there is. The prescription was for a puppy… Her name was Raya, and back then, she was just 8 weeks old. A Vizsla puppy with paws too big for her body and an endless supply of curiosity. Raya is nearly nine now. She’s calmer. Wiser. Still joyful. And still one of the most reliable pieces of “medicine” in our home. A dog is a bona fide prescription for lower stress, better moods, and more time outdoors. …

What Really Happens When Someone Unfriends You?

The UpWellness Team

I hear about this more often than you’d think. Someone opens their feed and realizes a friend has quietly disappeared. No message. No explanation. Just gone. And even though it happens online, it triggers a very real emotional response. For many people, getting unfriended feels like a small rejection they weren’t prepared for. It really doesn’t matter which platform you use. Facebook, Instagram, TikTok… the emotional circuitry is the same. Losing or removing a connection online hits a surprisingly deep part of the brain. Why it feels like a breakup Social media used to be a side thing. Now…

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What’s The Opposite Of A Vicious Cycle???

The UpWellness Team

We’ve all experienced a “vicious cycle,” that downward spiral where cycles of cause and effect compound each other and lead to a progressive worsening…