Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
You don’t have to be “religious” in any way to appreciate the benefits of volunteering for the soul. Volunteer travel is just one of the way you can help others while traveling. Volunteer travel will change your life and those of others. Nothing feels better or brings instant joy to the heart than showing up…
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Skipping vacations put people at risk for burnout, which can lead to a state of depression and unhappiness, not to mention long-term illnesses like heart disease. Research tells us that it is important to set aside time for vacations. According to the Framingham Heart Study, women who take two vacations a year are 50 percent less…
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Getting stressed? Well, try relaxing for a change. With the right relaxation tips, you can improve your mental, physical, and spiritual health and wellbeing. Relaxation changes your state of mind and physically changes your body functions by lowering your blood pressure, reducing your heart rate, quieting and restoring your busy brain. By breathing in deep and…
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Blueberries are nutritional “super fruits” that you should definitely keep in your fridge. They are packed with vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber and have numerous health benefits. In fact, these delicious berries have anti-aging properties that can help you age gracefully. Including blueberries in your salads, smoothies, and desserts can help you age gracefully,…
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Today, June 1st, is National Go Barefoot Day and the timing is perfect. With the warm weather, you can enjoy the feel of fresh grass beneath your feet or water from a local stream running between your toes. This summer invest in the health of your feet. Listed below are four feet pampering tips for…
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When you were younger your parents may have warned you to eat slowly and take smaller bites. Now research shows that by doing just that you could shed a few unwanted pounds. Science Says Eay Slowly and Take Small Bites The Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior held a conference in Switzerland. One of…
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Sugar is an energy source that’s fine in moderation; however, many Americans have a tendency to overindulge. Unfortunately, a sugar addiction can be a hard thing to shake. If you have sugar cravings and you want to avoid a sugar crash, you’ll need Mindful tips to beat your sweet addiction. How Bad is Our Sugar Addiction?…
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Games are not just for kids anymore. More and more people over the age of 50 are venturing online to play games. People are hopping on the Internet to play for a multitude of reasons—to have fun, exercise their minds, relax, and connect with friends and family. There is a growing body of scientific evidence that suggests regular…
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A Lemonade stand is a quintessential summer activity. Not only are they delicious ways to beat the summer heat wave, but they can also teach young children important life lessons. It takes a lot of pre-planning, creativity, and lemons to start a successful refreshment stand, but it’s definitely worth it. Your kids can fine-tune their…
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With school out parents either feel two things: “Wow, I can’t wait to spend more time with my kids!” or “Oh, boy, here we go. How will we fill their time?” Parents who work outside the home have no choice but to send their kids to camps or daycares during the day, but stay at…
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