How do you feel when you walk into a messy, disorganized room? Does it feel any different than a clean and orderly one? There is lots of evidence that our physical environment can have a tremendous impact on our well-being.  Dark, cramped or cluttered rooms can make us feel anxious or sad, while well lit rooms with tidy surfaces can have a calming effect that makes one feel composed.

11-year-old Bo Paske’s life was changed for the better after famed Florida State University football player, Travis Rudolph joined him in the school cafeteria. As we learned when this event went viral on social media, Bo has autism and was often excluded by other kids at school.