INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Lack of sleep leads to a lack of productivity and positivity, which is wasteful to your time and energy. Identify the causes of stress in your life, and try to work on ways to alter, avoid, or adapt to these situations. Engage in 20 minutes of mediation each day to reduce feelings of anxiety. Be sure that you are getting 7-8 hours of sleep each night. To meditate, sit or lie down, close your eyes, and breathe naturally. Focus on each inhale and exhale. Remaining in a negative mindset can make you feel sluggish and uninspired, and can result in a waste of your potential and energy. Recite affirmations each morning to start your day off with a good attitude. Be sure that you are reminding yourself of positive aspects of your personality, and be grateful for the good things in your life. Let go of any anger you may have toward others by realizing that their behavior is more of a reflection of them than it is of you. Forgive them, even if it is just privately. Once you release grudges, you can focus your mind on more positive aspects of your life. Instead of wasting energy focusing on your flaws, refocus and applaud yourself for how much you have already grown. Communicate openly and honestly with your loved ones and roommates. Ask for help whenever needed, whether it’s from a trusted friend or a mental health professional. This will help your body and mind stay healthy. Eating breakfast is crucial, and will prevent feelings of fatigue while you exercise. Stay hydrated with water throughout each day, and you will begin to notice that you feel healthier and happier. Choose whole grain and wheat bread over white, and avoid sugary cereals. Fruit can be an excellent source of energy and a substitute for overly sugary, processed foods.

SUMMARY: Meditate and prioritize healthy sleep patterns. Stay positive. Practice self-care. Set aside time to eat regular meals and exercise.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Taping your foot to treat plantar fasciitis can reduce the pain associated with plantar fasciitis. It helps support your foot when you engage in physical activity to reduce strain. It can also help minimize stress and inflammation. Keeping your foot stretched helps your foot loosen and heal in an elongated position so it doesn't shorten during the night. The main goal in taping your foot is to keep the foot flexed, with the toes pointing or pulled toward your head, until you feel a stretch in the bottom of your foot. Make sure you only feel a gentle stretch in your foot. You may start seeing symptoms when you feel pain under your heel or in the arch of your foot. This often occurs when you stand up in the morning or after resting your feet for an extended period of time. After some time walking, the pain decreases.  Pain may be felt after long periods of standing, physical activity, running, or sitting. Many times, the pain is felt while exercising. The pain is usually described as stabbing, but it can also be described as aching or burning. The plantar fascia bears all our weight and has been described as a sort of bowstring supporting the arch of the foot. Anything that causes increased strain on this area of the foot can cause plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis may occur when the plantar fascia tightens, shortens, or becomes inflamed. Causes include:  Obesity Footwear that does not support the arch adequately or fits improperly Overload because of physical activity, such as running, jumping, or jogging Arthritis Diabetes Existing foot problems, such as flat feet or high arches Abnormal gait and way of walking Walking barefoot on hard surfaces too much Deconditioning Overtraining

SUMMARY:
Understand the importance of taping or stretching your foot. Recognize the symptoms of plantar fasciitis. Learn the causes of plantar fasciitis.