Mindfulness, the practice of being fully present and engaged in the moment without judgment, has increasingly become a cornerstone in therapeutic practices. Rooted in ancient Buddhist traditions, mindfulness has transcended its spiritual origins to find a place in modern psychology and therapy. This article explores how mindfulness works, its applications in therapeutic contexts, and the
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There are so many people today who are struggling regularly with stress. Stress can come from family, friendships, work or just responsibilities of every day life. While many people are familiar with stress, it does not mean that feelings of stress are normal or healthy. This is why stress management, or stress-reduction, is so important.
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We all have those mundane tasks that seem to take up a large space in our lives. Maybe its doing laundry, or the dishes. Maybe it is sitting in traffic on the way to work. Different people have different responsibilities that they may classify as mundane. What may seem relaxing and therapeutic to one person
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The art of journaling has been around for a long time. Throughout history, journaling has helped many people record their thoughts, hone their writing skills and find a sense of inner peace and understanding. Journals have also been turned into some of the most important pieces of literature we have today. There are so many
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The year 2024 has been a whirlwind, a year defined by rapid changes, unexpected challenges, and moments of profound reflection. As we stand at its close, it’s essential to look back on the lessons learned and carry forward insights that help us navigate an increasingly chaotic world. Amid the turbulence, mindfulness and the pursuit of
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If you haven’t already heard of Tibetan sound bowls, these tools have been used for thousands of years as a therapeutic and natural treatment to encourage feelings of deep relaxation and regeneration. These bowls, also sometimes called “singing bowls” are used as part of sound therapy that promotes relaxing on both sides of the brain.
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Lower Cortisol Cortisol, also known as the “stress hormone” is one of the most powerful hormones in the body, and it has a very important job to do. This hormone helps your body deal with stressful situations and is responsible for the “fight or flight” system to respond to stress. The goal is ultimately to
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The Zen of Uncertainty is powerful. Uncertainty most will say, is the most unpleasant feeling one can experience. As humans we like to have security — whether it involve the security of shelter, something to eat, a companion or a job. In this post pandemic world nothing is certain. Truths we held true not too
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Happy New Year! This year my mindful resolutions is to create a more personal approach to this blog. For years I have provided many free resources on how to meditate, practice yoga, eat mindfully and live mindfully 🙂 Don’t worry — the resources will still be free! They will just have a personal touch by
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A History of Astrology For centuries, many people have relied heavily on astrology, to help predict future events. Astrology is a method of predicting mundane based on the position foe the planets and the stars. Astrologists believe that the position of the planets, sun, moon and stars when a person was born can impact their
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