Five Day Stress Reduction Plan: Day 1 – Exercise

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Dr. Vachon

Stress is any factor that disturbs a state of well-being. The consequences can be positive or negative. For example, the physical demands of exercise can result in increased strength and cardiovascular endurance. Conversely, the imminent deadline of a large project or an exam can lead to undesire...

The Trophy of Being Sleep Deprived

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Dr. Vachon

In today’s fast-paced world, functioning on limited sleep has become common place. Often times, sleep is viewed as a luxury or some unattainable pleasantry that is shelved in favor of other commitments. Most agree that sleep, when achieved at a satisfactory level, is worthy of the time spent. B...

Better Sleep Through the 5 Senses – Taste

Posted on June 8, 2017June 16, 2017 by Dr. Vachon

Day 5 is here! Great job if you have closely followed this series and did all the previous tips for better sleep involving the five senses. Again, remember practice makes perfect. Also, be sure to check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for daily tips! ORA is here to help every step of t...

Better Sleep Through the 5 Senses – Hearing

Posted on May 24, 2017September 3, 2017 by Anthony Dugarte MD

Building on from where you left off! Our previous post talked about how to achieve great sleep by using light – or lack thereof – to your advantage. Today is all about hearing. Too much noise can be a nuisance; just the right amount can help you get the best sleep of your life. Read […]...

Better Sleep Through the 5 Senses

Posted on May 17, 2017September 3, 2017 by Anthony Dugarte MD

For many, falling asleep can be troublesome. Others find that staying asleep may not come so easy. Fortunately, many of the factors that contribute to restlessness are under our control. Over the next 5 days, we will learn how to use the 5 senses to our advantage. Read below to learn how to use y...

Improve Your Sleep Habits By Keeping A Sleep Journal

Posted on October 19, 2016June 16, 2017 by Anthony Dugarte MD

Sleep should be a peaceful time. It is vital for physical and mental recuperation after a challenging day. Many, however, are unable to experience the full benefits of rest. Disturbances in sleep fall on a broad spectrum. They can manifest as the occasional evening spent struggling to nod off, as...

Is Sleep a Waste of Time?

Posted on October 19, 2016June 16, 2017 by Anthony Dugarte MD

For some, sleep is the primary motivation to get through the day; they spend it watching the clock, longing for the instance they can fall backwards onto their awaiting mattress. Others view sleep simply as a luxury…one not so easy to come by due to their many commitments. Those that find sleep...

Optimize Your Room for the Best Sleep

Posted on October 18, 2016June 16, 2017 by Anthony Dugarte MD

It seems as though simply being tired would lead to a good night’s rest. Unfortunately, there are a number of factors that may prevent you from getting the rest you need. Often times, not much consideration is given to designing a bedroom. A typical plan involves little more than the color of p...

Electronic Gadgets and Sleep

Posted on October 18, 2016June 16, 2017 by Anthony Dugarte MD

We live in a face-paced world and advances in technology has provided for a climate in which all our accustomed to instant gratification. Television, cell phones, computers, tablets etc. have become a large component of both work and play. For those that have difficulties sleeping, however, the...

Learn to Relax Before You Relax

Posted on October 17, 2016June 16, 2017 by Anthony Dugarte MD

Sleep is not readily achieved by everyone. Those that know this pain are all too familiar with some of the available techniques to combat restlessness. Nonetheless, there is a wide variety of methods to employ and many may not be as readily recognizable as others. A full night’s rest often seem...

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