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New Family Heirloom Makes the Perfect Gift

After years and years of gift giving, are you looking for something new and unique to give to a family member? A new family heirloom is a thoughtful gift that’s always appreciated. An heirloom doesn’t have to be grandma’s pearls. You can create or buy a new keepsake for future family members. Five Family Heirloom…
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Stress Is Shrinking Your Brain

Stress is linked to brain shrinkage. A recent stress and mental health study from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio reports stress causes brain shrinkage and impairs memory. Cortisol, a hormone linked to stress, was tested in adults in their 40’s and 50’s. Individuals with higher levels of cortisol had smaller…
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Make Reading a Family Ritual

Reading time is an important part of any child’s development. Reading not only improves school success, it also reduces stress, helps with sleep, and slows cognitive decline. With National Book Lovers Day on August 9th (only a few days away), now’s the time to make reading a family ritual. Here are four tips that can…
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Plan a Mindful ‘Take Our Kids to Work Day’

For over two decades the fourth Thursday of every April has been a very special career day. On Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day, kids get the chance to shadow adults at work. This helps the next generation learn more about the workforce. It’s also a chance for parents and children to bond,…
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Derek Redmond’s Inspiring Story of Olympic Proportions

If you don’t know who Derek Redmond is, after watching this video, it should be hard to forget him. One of Britain’s most famous athletes is Derek Redmond. In 1985 when he broke the 400m British record achieving a time of 44.82 seconds.  He is a World and European relay champion. Having broken the British…
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Office Picnic on Your Lunch Break

It’s spring and beautiful outside and you don’t feel motivated at work. So, let’s bring some energy and fun going to work by organizing a potluck office picnic. Send a memo around the office announcing a date for a picnic at lunch (be sure to leave a few days for planning). You can have it…
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“I gave your treat to the cat…”

“I gave your treat to the cat.” These are words no dog wants to hear! Check out this super hilarious video of a man telling his dog that he has given his treat to the cat. We all know that dogs can convey a wide, wide range of emotions without the use of actual words.  Each…
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Eco-Athletic Wear That You and the Planet Will Love

January is the month millions of people hit the gym to start their “get healthy” New Year’s resolutions. This means tons of people are looking for quality workout clothes. If you’re in the market for athletic wear, be sure to look for eco-athletic options. You’ll be investing in your health and the health of the…
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What is the Mindful Living Institute®?

What is the meaning of the Mindful Living Institute®? What is the definition of Mindful Living® and how does it apply to everyday living?

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Delish Eco-Dining Trend

Local. Sustainable. Organic. These are the buzzwords when we hear and talk about food these days. To practice sustainability as a community, consider the concept of the “local food movement.” It is a collaborative effort by farmers and businesses (markets and consumers) to build more locally based and self-reliant food economies. Many chef-driven restaurants are…
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