“Thinking Outside the Box” – Chicago Integrative Eczema Center
The November 2025 meeting of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center featured a presentation from Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman on “Thinking Outside the Box.” How do...
A severe skin condition or flare-up can take a toll on our mental and emotional health. Learn how to maintain emotional and psychological well-being and when it’s time to reach out for help.
Cognitive Behavioral Stress Management – How It Can Change Your Life
It seems that stress has never been higher for many of us. Stress can harm both our mental and physical health. For those with existing...
The Power of Movement
Our bodies were designed to move. Movement is like a nutrient, supporting every cell, every tissue, and every organ function to maintain optimal health. It’s...
Small Habits Are the Secret for Big Changes
Change is hard! Chances are, you already know the changes you’d like to make to be a happier healthier version of you. You know you...
Ashwagandha – Does it Help?
Of the many herbs known for their stress-relieving properties, the one getting the most attention lately is Ashwagandha. Also known as “Winter Cherry” or Withania...
The Connection Between Stress and Eczema – Audio
Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman was the featured guest for the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center’s November 2023 meeting. Here presentation spoke to the relationship between stress...
Can You Float Tank Your Troubles Away?
If you want to get away from it all and relax, but don’t have the time for a full-fledged vacation, an hour in a sensory-deprivation...
The Six Healing Sounds of TCM
You may have experienced how sound can change your mood from sad to happy, or happy to sad. You also may have used the power...
Good Stress vs. Bad Stress
No doubt, you’ve probably experienced times of stress. If you were ever an actor in a play, or getting ready to give a presentation to...