Category: Week 1

Stress LESS through Mindful Living®

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Adult Coloring Books Reduce Stress

Whether you like painting or drawing, engaging in artistic projects can help you reduce stress. One particular coloring hobby that has gained popularity over the years is adult coloring books. Coloring in these books is a fun way to reduce stress and they come in a variety of designs. Taking a daily coloring break can…
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Home Remedies for Sleep

Having trouble falling asleep? Insomnia is a far too common problem in America. Special beds, pillows, and medications can often do the trick, but there are mindful, home remedies for sleep that you should consider. If a person takes 30 minutes or more to fall asleep and they get “six or fewer hours of sleep…
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Setting Your Kids Up for Back to School Success

Even though children may be enjoying their summer, parents are already thinking about “back-to-school” and everything that needs to get organized. What’s the stress-free solution to setting your child up for a truly great year? Here are a few tips for back to school success. Routines and organization. Every household benefits from having established routines…
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How to set a Family Budget Plan

American families are now going through an economic crisis that hasn’t been felt since the 1980’s. It is more and more important to keep everyone in the family budget plan on track. Having a family budget plan meeting to discuss the financial health of the family is stressful and difficult. The reaction, however, you will…
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A Sacred Room of Your Own

How often do you take time out of your busy schedule to relax and reflect by yourself? Dedicating a few minutes or an hour every day to meditation or prayer can be important for your emotional and physical health. If you truly want to reap the benefits consider creating a sacred space within your home.…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters

One Mindful way to influence the next generation of innovators, leaders, and volunteers is to offer them guidance. Big Brothers Big Sisters strives to “help change kids’ perspectives and giving them the opportunity to reach their potential.” History of Big Brothers Big Sisters It all began in 1904 when a New York City court clerk named…
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Summer Pesto Pasta

Loaded with all your favorite summer veggies, this pesto pasta is light, yummy, and easy on any night. Tomatoes are loaded with vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin K, and potassium. Tomatoes are heart healthy and help prevent cancer. Zucchini and squash contain zero fat and is high in water and fiber. It…
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Beat the Summer Heat Stress

Prolonged exposure to heat can cause illness and even death. You can experience heat cramps, heat rash, and heat exhaustion outdoors as well as being indoors (areas without proper ventilation or cooling systems). There are certain conditions that can be very dangerous for your health such as when there are high temperatures and humidity, there is no breeze…
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Savor the Last of Summer

It’s August! August is our last month to enjoy the gifts of summer. Find a place to immerse your body in water. Get to the beach, a river, a lake, or a pool and savor the last of summer while you can. You will carry these summer memories through the gray winter days. Visit nearby…
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No Money Left for Back to School Shopping?

The new school year is just around the corner. Are you financially prepared? Here are some Mindful finance tips to help with back-to-school shopping. These extra expenses can cause a lot of stress in the beginning of the new school year. For many families, it is an overwhelming season of confusion, depression, and anxiety. American…
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