Author: Dr. Kathleen Hall

Stress LESS through Mindful Living®

Find Your Role Model

Positive role models aren’t just for kids. Everyone needs someone to look up to and November, National Inspirational Role Models Month, is the perfect time to pick one or more. Historical figures are often admired and looked up to as role models. Martin Luther King Jr., Mahatma Gandhi, Harriet Tubman, and Mother Teresa are just…
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Stress Tips for Financial Debt

Debt stress is a common problem for many Americans, and unfortunately it can affect people’s finances as well as their health. This holiday season, be mindful of the following information. According to recent studies, the average American stresses over approximately $47,000 worth of debt, if not more. Credit card debt, mortgage debt, and student loans…
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Boost Your Self-Esteem

According to the poet, Oscar Wilde, “to love one is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” Unfortunately, boosting your self esteem isn’t always easy, but a healthy dose of self-love can help improve your life. There comes a time for all of us when we wish we had a little more confidence. Plus, if these…
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6 Tips to Help You Overcome Procrastination

Procrastination is a passionate pastime for many Americans. And breaking this bad habit can be an exhausting challenge. However, if we take steps to understand why we put things off to the last minute it could keep us from procrastinating like there’s no tomorrow. Feeling overwhelmed with work and overloaded leads to having difficulty prioritizing. …
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The Moses of Her People

Harriet Tubman is an epic historical figure and our shero. She lead an untold number of slaves to freedom, was a nurse, scout, and spy for the Union Army during the Civil War. She helped free 700 South Carolinian slaves in an armed raid. Harriet led innumerable slaves out of darkness, slavery, and bondage to…
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Beat Your Depression

Autumn, the time of spiced lattes, harvest festivals, and family dinners, is a beloved season for many people. However, the change of weather and family holiday stress can also be a source of stress and depression. If you or someone you love is suffering from depression, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy could be the perfect treatment to beat…
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Sports Reduce Stress

Exercise improves our mental and emotional health by releasing our body’s “feel-good” chemical, endorphins. Exercise helps us release built-up tension in a healthy way and helps us get a better night’s sleep. Individuals who participate in any type of exercise, including walking, experience great health benefits. Even more powerful is the synergy between exercise and…
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Dissolve Your Fear

Have you noticed how your mind and body changes immediately when you experience fear? Your fight or flight response kicks in immediately to respond to fear to protect you. Research shows us there are a few practices that can slow down and even help you dissolve your fear. It is time to stop your fight…
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Read More for A Happy Brain

There are many entertaining ways for us to unwind after a long day. Having Netflix marathons or scrolling through social media are fun activities, but they hardly compare to the tranquil relaxation of reading a good book. Reading also has health benefits that other leisure activities don’t. In honor of National Book Month, let the…
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Berry Good Health

From juice and jelly to cookies and scones, cranberries are enjoyed in a variety of forms, which comes as no surprise considering that they are packed with fiber, vitamin C, and manganese. They’re also known to help with aging. With October being National Cranberry Month, it’s the perfect time to add more cranberries to your…
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