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Amazing Benefits of Families Exercising Together

It’s “Exercise With Your Child Week.” Studies show families that exercise, eat meals and play together have stronger family bonds and are mentally and physically healthier. Our technological society has drawn our families into our homes in front of a screen instead of moving and playing together which creates health and happiness. Families That Exercise…
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What’s the Meaning of Beads?

Charm bracelets are a trend and most fashionistas are sporting unique bracelets made by Pandora and other fashionable jewelry makers. On the other side of the coin, beaded bracelets can be seen on young teens as symbols of friendship- strung together using handmade beads or colorful beads found at craft stores. Whatever the modern interpretation,…
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Tips for Avoiding Negative Work Environments

Your work environment affects your job. An office filled with hostility and negativity will drain you of your productivity and physical and emotional health. If you’re feeling stressed, these tips for a negative work environment could be just what you need. Unfortunately, negative work environments are far too common, causing many people to feel unsatisfied…
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Cut the Baloney out of Your Life

“Sometimes you have to unfriend and unfollow in real life.” We couldn’t have said it any better! Being Mindful of who you allow to be consistent in your life is essential for your own self-care. It’s OK to put yourself first and stay focused on your own well-being. This wise little girl, a.k.a. Bossy Boss…
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The Shocking Cost of Florence

Hurricane Florence has been devastating—the economic damage alone could cost billions of dollars. It’s going to take a Mindful recovery for the Hurricane Florence survivors to get back on their feet, and, fortunately, we can all help. The Devastation of Hurricane Florence On September 14th, Hurricane Florence made landfall near Wilmington, North Carolina and flooded…
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Clean Out Your Empty Nest

When the kids finally fly the coop it can be an exciting and nerve-racking feeling. Empty-nest parents may worry about their kids or feel lonely because they’re no longer apart of their child’s daily life. Fortunately, a little physical and spiritual cleaning can help parents alter their lives. Relieving Empty Nest Stress Believe it or…
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Seasonal Stress Relief Tips

Are you experiencing fall depression or winter depression? When the fall and winter seasons come, so do new sources of stress. Falling temperatures, holiday responsibilities, and extra spending will increase your stress and lead to serious ailments like depression, seasonal affective disorder, and mood swings. Fortunately, if you know the symptoms, there are numerous things…
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Creating Your Authentic Life- Part 2

“Many people die with their music still in them.” Oliver Wendell Holmes Discover your Self. Every person has a purpose or a calling. These questions will help you explore your passions, values and goals to discover greater meaning and purpose in your life. When I was in grad school and in my subsequent training we…
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Fall Back Into Fitness

Fall is here and that means warm baked goods, Halloween candy, and thick slices of turkey. Fighting those extra fall pounds can be tricky, but there is a Mindful solution: incorporate fall activities into your regular exercise routine and fall back into fitness. Going for a hike through the woods or getting lost in a…
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Morning Rituals to Start Your Day

Feeling exhausted at the end of each day? There’s a simple solution: re-examine your morning routine. Mindful morning rituals to start your day are just what you need. By starting your day on the right foot you will be able to lead a more productive and relaxing day. 7 Steps for a Mindful Morning Ritual…
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