Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Many people, young and old, have negative stereotypes about aging, and a new study suggests that this may have a bigger impact on our senior citizens than we originally thought. In a University of Toronto study, researchers studied 301 older adults (from 56 to 96 years old). The participants took tests to analyze their hearing…
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When managing pain there are medications, exercises, and even certain foods that can help, but that’s not all. A new study also shows that mindfulness meditation can reduce pain. A study published in the Journal of Neuroscience researched how mindfulness meditation, placebo meditation, and placebo medicinal cream eases participants’ pain in lieu of medication. The results…
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For decades, May has been designated Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It’s a time for us to not only celebrate our diverse country but a time to learn something new as well. This year celebrate with a few mindful tips. History of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Asian immigration to North America…
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Many workers these days are literally working themselves to death. Whether they are trying to advance in their jobs or workaholics they are destroying their mental and physical health. Are you experiencing any of these behaviors? Working more than 50 hours a week Living off energy drinks and caffeine Worrying about work day and night…
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The adage that laughter is the best medicine has been backed by an unusual investigation which says that people who seethe with anger take longer to recover from injury. Previous studies have linked ill-tempered behavior, whether brow-beating or road rage, with higher incidence of coronary heart disease, hypertension, and stroke, especially among men. But the…
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Being a boss is not an easy task, but getting along with your boss can be even harder. Luckily, by learning to understand what type of boss you have you may be able to bring tranquility to your office and create a environment more suited for Mindful Work®. Here are the last five boss examples:…
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March is Irish-American Heritage Month and millions of people have been celebrating by making traditional foods or visiting Irish exhibits, but one of the biggest celebrations this month is St. Patrick’s Day and the many St. Patrick’s Day parade celebrations. Parades, religious ceremonies, and family gathering are all part of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Listed…
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Do you have a hard time staying focused at the office? Are you lacking inspiration at work? Then maybe you should consider giving your workspace a feng shui makeover to create new energy. The practice of feng shui, which means “wind-water,” is an ancient Chinese geomantic system. Through the system, individuals try to find spiritual…
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Do you have a forgotten bottle of apple cider vinegar in the back of your pantry or fridge? Well, now is the perfect occasion to dig it out. Turns out that apple cider vinegar, commonly used in homemade salad dressings and marinades, has some surprisingly helpful uses—from improving your health to cleaning your home. With…
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Pregnancy can be a stressful, but wonderful experience. And with the right mindful approach, like pregnancy journaling, you can minimize your stress in order to truly enjoy the arrival of your baby. Stress in Pregnancy According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are nearly four million births in the U.S. every year,…
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