Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Keeping a diary or journal is a great mindful practice. While lots of children write in diaries or journals, most adults don’t have the time. Here are four tips to start a mindful journal. Mindful journaling is slightly different from your typical journal. When writing in a diary people typically record and reflect on the events…
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It’s Stress Awareness Month. Share these valuable tips with your family, friends, and coworkers. Let’s help each other learn how to become stress resilient and live in this stressful world with real joy. Managing stress means knowing what triggers your stress response. Here are a few tips to help you during this Stress Awareness Month.…
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If you don’t know who Derek Redmond is, after watching this video, it should be hard to forget him. One of Britain’s most famous athletes is Derek Redmond. In 1985 when he broke the 400m British record achieving a time of 44.82 seconds. He is a World and European relay champion. Having broken the British…
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Houseplants aren’t just beautiful air purifiers they actually help calm you. Researchers have found that simply being around plants can induce your relaxation response. One Washington State University study found that a group of stressed-out people who entered a room full of plants had a four-point drop in their blood pressure, while a comparison group…
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It’s spring and beautiful outside and you don’t feel motivated at work. So, let’s bring some energy and fun going to work by organizing a potluck office picnic. Send a memo around the office announcing a date for a picnic at lunch (be sure to leave a few days for planning). You can have it…
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“I gave your treat to the cat.” These are words no dog wants to hear! Check out this super hilarious video of a man telling his dog that he has given his treat to the cat. We all know that dogs can convey a wide, wide range of emotions without the use of actual words. Each…
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Happy Mother Earth Day, April 22. It’s time to play in the dirt. I’ve been an avid gardener for most of my life. I found getting in the dirt and nature always grounded me. Gardening has always been a healing balm for my challenging life of stress and depression. Playing in the dirt has helped…
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There’s something about baking that brings a smile to people’s faces. If the cold weather has got you down, having a baking party with your kids or with a few friends may be just what you need to get in a cheery mood. What do you need for a baking party? Start by playing fun…
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January is the month millions of people hit the gym to start their “get healthy” New Year’s resolutions. This means tons of people are looking for quality workout clothes. If you’re in the market for athletic wear, be sure to look for eco-athletic options. You’ll be investing in your health and the health of the…
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What is the meaning of the Mindful Living Institute®? What is the definition of Mindful Living® and how does it apply to everyday living?
