Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Spring reminds us of renewal and new life; perhaps even a fresh start. People find that this time of year brings them more energy, enthusiasm, and motivation to throw away the old, unused, or meaningless and bring in the new and beneficial. When we look at families, the same thought process can apply. The following…
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Preserving food is an ancient ritual that remains popular today. This concept is one of the key tenements of Mindful Eating Everyday®. At the end of the growing season I have fond memories of canning everything: cherries, tomatoes, green beans, pickles and corn. We also froze many fruits and vegetables; peaches, corn, peas, and peppers. Many of…
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Now that spring is here it’s time to get active. Coming out of your winter hibernation can be difficult without the right sort of inspiration. This year try a few new takes on spring exercises that will motivate you to stay active. Here are a few ideal spring exercises to get you in shape: Yoga…
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Do you need help releasing stress? Ecotherapy and exercise cannot only relieve stress—it can also boost your mental health and decrease levels of depression. Combine Eco-therapy with exercise and get an extra large dose of stress relief when you practice outdoor yoga. Yoga is a very popular pastime in the United States. And with incredible…
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Whether it’s a snow day or a really bad rainstorm, being stuck inside can be both stressful and boring, especially for young kids. Children today have so many options for indoor entertainment: tablets, gaming consoles, and endless TV/movie streaming options, but eventually even these things become boring. Fortunately, you can keep the little ones entertained…
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Why Do We Procrastinate? Feeling Overwhelmed. When we feel overwhelmed with too much work we feel paralyzed and overloaded. When you see a new thing to do you just get flooded. Lack of Relevance. The project doesn’t have any real importance or relevancy to you so you are reluctant to put time into it or…
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They say an elephant never forgets, and the elephants at Elephants World in Thailand will never forget Paul Barton. One thing the elephants will never forget, for example is ‘Piano for Elephants’, thanks to Paul. Elephants World Elephants World is a self-supporting Environmental Conservation Organization that cares for domestic elephants, situated just outside the town…
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Do you have a busy morning routine? Most people do, and unfortunately, they may have to choose between making time for morning exercises or meditations. But, there is a solution. By taking up running, men and women can get a cardio workout while they meditate. Most people take up running for health reasons. Running burns…
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A little Spring Cleaning on the inside can change your life! One of the easiest ways to live mindfully and overcome your stress is to do some inner spring cleansing. Just remember the acronym S-P-R-I-N-G S=Serenity Rid your mind of pesky inner cob webs! The opposite of stress is serenity. Your body experiences the relaxation…
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If you are feeling stressed or otherwise struggling with your mental health, enjoying the great outdoors for a little eco-therapy can make all the difference. If you find you need something more challenging, consider wilderness therapy programs. You will be able to heal while adventuring in the great outdoors. Spending time outside can do powerful…
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