Christen Cowper

Christen is a licensed psychologist with 9 years of experience in mental health and physical well-being. She believes that sustainable wellness is about mindset and behavior, as it is about diet or exercise. Her contributions to PIOR Living talk about the psychological and lifestyle dimensions of health. She covers daily routines to make you understand how your environment and habits shape your overall vitality.

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