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8 Simple Habits for Better Health

8 Simple Habits for Better Health

Life in the 21st century has us more distracted and busy than ever, so we sometimes fail to do the little things. There are many simple habits many people (including the author) fail to do regularly that can positively impact their health. Nose breathing  – Our noses act like our own personal air filters. They filter out airborne particles and help regulate the humidity of the air we’re breathing. When you breathe through your mouth, you’re sucking whatever is floating around in the air straight into your lungs.…
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Advantages of Independent Insurance Agents

Advantages of Independent Insurance Agents

A “captive (or dedicated) insurance agent” works for a certain insurance carrier and can only sell insurance policies provided by that carrier. An “independent insurance agent” has the freedom to get quotes through multiple insurance carriers. Have an advocate on your side The most obvious difference from a captive agent is that independent insurance agents work for YOU, not for the insurance carriers. They are unbiased and do their best to get the best deals and coverage for their clients. Options A captive agent can offer you policies…
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Meditation and Gratefulness – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #14

Meditation and Gratefulness – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #14

Challenge (Week 14):  This week, meditate for 15 minutes each day and write down 3 things that you're grateful for. Baseline Goal: 7 of 7 Days. This week, we’re inviting you to try meditation and being a bit more grateful. The primary purpose of our mind is to ensure our survival, and is not naturally geared toward happiness and relaxation. Meditation can help calm your constantly thinking “monkey mind.” Focusing on recognizing some things in our lives that we may overlook can help frame our issues from a…
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August 2022 Events in Elko and Reno

August 2022 Events in Elko and Reno

Thank you for attending our fun August events in Reno and Elko! Car-Be-Cue Barbecue – Aug. 4th  3-6PM Info: For A and H clients and their families / RSVP preferred Address: 3301 S Virginia St. Reno, NV 89502 Grab some drinks, burgers, hot dogs, and sides at our Reno office! Watch classic cars from Hot August Nights drive by (we're between Atlantis and The Peppermill). Do you have a classic car? Please RSVP through Eventbrite and indicate that you will be bringing a classic car to display in…
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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage?

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage?

Homeowners insurance is a type of property insurance that covers losses or damages to your residence. The coverage includes everything on the property's interior and exterior. It also covers theft of belongings, personal liabilities, and extra living expenses. From all these, you can see that homeowners insurance covers a range of mishaps. However, homeowners often want to know if their policy offers protection for water damage. They also would like to know if their insurance will protect them in situations like heavy storms or flooding. Homeowner's insurance covers…
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Wake Up Early – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #13

Wake Up Early – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #13

Challenge (Week 13):  Wake up 30 minutes earlier than usual each day this week. Baseline Goal: 4 of 7 Days. If you’re like many people, you sleep until the last possible minute and start your day in a rush. Waking up 30 minutes earlier can offer a myriad of health and productivity benefits, depending on how you use the extra time. Benefits of Waking Up Earlier: Stop rushing – If your morning routine is currently packed with things you have to do quickly, an extra 30 minutes will…
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Importance of Safety Culture in the Workplace

Importance of Safety Culture in the Workplace

Running a business isn’t just about hiring the right people or having sufficient financial support. The culture your business has also matters. Culture is crucial in the workplace because it impacts employees in many ways, namely their engagement, motivation, and productivity. The effect of culture on your employees is the reason you should prioritize fostering a safety culture. Although challenging at first, having this kind of culture at work can mean safer employees and better business in the long run. What Is Safety Culture? Safety culture doesn’t only…
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Learn Something New – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #12

Learn Something New – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #12

Challenge (Week 12):  Learn or study something new each day this week. Baseline Goal: 4 of 7 Days. Why learn something new? Learning something new that interests you (that is not a requirement) can be very beneficial to your mental and emotional well-being. Along with expanding your intellectual capacity, depending on what you chose to study, it can help you make educated changes in your life that will have substantial effects on health. Challenge Insights There are a wide variety of things that you can do to learn…
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Random Act of Kindness – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #11

Random Act of Kindness – A and H Wellness Challenge Week #11

Challenge (Week 11):  Perform an act of kindness each day this week. Baseline Goal: 7 of 7 Days. As we are all aware, the conditions in the world are less than ideal right now. No matter the scale, an act of kindness can impact anyone, regardless of who they are. With that said, not only can doing something nice for someone have a positive effect on your mental/emotional well-being, it effects that of those around you as well. A little kindness can go a long way in the…
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