Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
October is the month for play, yet few of us try to incorporate play into the workplace. So, this month consider bringing joy, fun, and laughter with these tips for Halloween office celebrations. Halloween can be a great opportunity for employees to relax. Today, it’s not uncommon for workers to struggle with things like stress,…
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Play is the “brain candy” that dissolves stress. Play is hardwired into our genes. The benefits of play and laughter in overcoming and preventing stress are numerous. Halloween is the PLAY holiday Laughter is Internal Jogging Laughter is “internal jogging” and studies show laughing lowers blood pressure, reduces stress hormones, boosts your immune function and…
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The Ancient Use of Aromatherapy Aromatherapy has been used by humans since the beginning of time. Ancient cultures used aromatherapy for medicinal healing, for worship rituals, and for personal use. The ancients knew aromas had a significant effect upon the body, mind, and soul. Research Shows Aromatherapy Effects the Mind and Body Several studies suggest that…
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Cold and flu season is just around the corner. Whether you have a cold now or want to prepare just in case you do get sick, we have some flu and cold remedies for you. Three simple foods ginger, turmeric, and honey are all you need to make natural home remedies for cold and flu…
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There are many entertaining ways for us to unwind after a long day. Having Netflix marathons or scrolling through social media are fun activities, but they hardly compare to the tranquil relaxation of reading a good book. Reading also has health benefits that other leisure activities don’t. In honor of National Book Month, let the…
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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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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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National Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect opportunity for us all to learn more about Hispanic history, culture, and art. And visiting an exhibit can help you do just that. Check with your local library or museum—they usually have special exhibits in honor of special heritage months. If you are interested in visiting a new…
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The annual celebration of Hispanic heritage couldn’t come at a more pressing moment. The rise of anti-immigration sentiment here in the U.S. has impacted many Latino Americans, and hate crimes and biased incidents have increased at a startling rate. September 15th through October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month and it is typically a celebration of…
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When your children leave home, parents may feel sadness, loneliness, and emptiness. Does this situation sound familiar? Waving goodbye to your last child, you begin the long drive home. The emotions and reality of your empty nest set in during the next few weeks. How can you put your life back together and learn to…
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