Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
May is National Meditation Month. Many people I talk with daily say they want to begin a meditation practice but always have a myriad of excuses: no time, no teacher, fear of the unknown, and confusion of what meditation really is. Meditation just means discovering and creating moments of serenity and peace in your life.…
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When your coworker is a bully you can generally turn to your boss for assistance, but what do you do when your boss is the bully? It isn’t uncommon for coworkers to bully one another, but studies show that more often than not it’s bosses who bully their employees. Others believe that “tough love” is…
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Want to boost morale and engage your workers? This May, take part in National Employee Health and Fitness Month. With the right health and fitness program and office equipment, you, as a Mindful Boss, can make a difference in your employees’ lives and the longevity of the company. Why not start a workplace wellness program today?…
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Mindful Tips for Working Mothers Are you a working mom who struggles with finding work-life balance? You aren’t alone and, fortunately, there are helpful tips that you can implement in your life to better juggle work and family obligations. Mothers are becoming the primary breadwinners of their families. According to Pew Research, mothers are the…
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The old proverb says that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but a new study from the University of California–Riverside challenges that theory. Professor Rachel Wu from the University of California–Riverside believes that we can redefine what it means to have an “aging” brain. She says that as adults we have a tendency…
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Students, parents, teachers and administrators are unbelievably stressed during test-taking time about these critical exams because the test results often determine a child’s future placement in school and are increasingly seen as a measure of teacher and school competence. Here are a few tips how to maximize test scores. When my daughter was studying for…
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Are you drinking enough water ? The health benefits are endless. You need it, not only for your physical health but for your mental health as well. In fact, studies show that drinking lots of it can boost your mood and alter your emotions. According to the U.D. Institute of Medicine (IOM), women should drink…
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Stress can bring out the worst in us. In fact, stress can contribute to negative habits such as smoking, drinking alcohol, and overeating. But, surprisingly, moderate or low levels of stress can also have positive benefits. Small amounts of stress can motivate you to succeed, it can strengthen your resolve, and, according to one study,…
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Relationship breakups can be devastating, no matter who initiates them. They can take their toll on individuals, leading to feelings of sadness, regret, and even depression. To properly heal and move on, you’ll need to take Mindful steps. While every breakup is different, they are commonly followed by negative feelings like depression, distress, and loneliness.…
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Financial troubles, family fights, divorce, and relocation can bring lots of family stress. Family is supposed to be a source of support and love, but if the home environment is chaotic and stressful, family stress dangers can harm all the members, including children. Listed below are four examples of family stress dangers: Obesity A study…
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