The Brain Energy Support Team (BEST) was honored to participate in the event, An Athlete’s Journey: Sports and Traumatic Brain Injury, held at the Spokane Public Library in Spokane, Washington on Tuesday, July 9, 2019.  It was an evening of connecting, sharing, and important conversations about the impact of brain injury in the sports world. (more…)
What is forest bathing? Perhaps it is a bath in a forest, literally? As amazing and interesting as that sounds, forest bathing is indeed different, but in amazing and interesting way, too. Forest bathing is the holistic experience of simply being in the forest. The activity and health practice was developed in Japan during the (more…)
Looking for a way to reduce stress? Want to feel better and healthier? Consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE). Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that’s now used for stress reduction and a variety of other health conditions. Often described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes serenity through (more…)
(NEW) Lunch and Learn Series Summer 2019: Short 50-minute presentations chock full of information, tips, and tricks you can use at Our BEST Space in University Place, Washington. The presentations will be facilitated by BEST Executive Director, Gloria Kraegel. Bring your lunch and let the learning begin. There is no charge to attend. All are (more…)
Ah, for the love of lavender! 💜 This sweet-smelling, vibrantly colored plant is not only beautiful, but it chock full of health benefits. Here are some interesting facts about lavender. Did you know: Lavender is an herb native to northern Africa and the mountainous regions of the Mediterranean. Lavender grows well in the Pacific Northwest. (more…)
