Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Summer brings joy to millions of American children due to one simple fact: no school. Unfortunately, these long summer breaks that kids love are troubling to their education. Without academic engagement, our kids are likely to experience summer brain drain. During the summer, children can lose one to three months worth of learning. While reading…
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With the advancements in technology, the way Americans work has drastically changed. Unfortunately, American offices have not evolved at the same rate. Forbes reports that most offices are organized with uniformed cubicles that resemble a massive assembly line, rather than a place for “productive and creative” thought. Here are a few ideas how to create…
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Are you experiencing frequent heartburn, but don’t know why? Your doctor may suggest that you reexamine your diet as heartburn is commonly caused by certain foods. But there are other, unusual reasons for heartburn. What Causes Heartburn? Heartburn occurs when acidic food or stomach acid comes up from the stomach and into the esophagus. This…
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Habits are a part of life; they make us who we are. Forty percent of our daily actions are habits; however, not all of them are good. Breaking bad habits requires a Mindful plan. Habits can develop for many reasons. They are usually created through repetition. Habits can also be formed when good or enjoyable…
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In this age of excess it’s easy for some individuals to become engrossed with material goods. Compulsive hoarding has gotten a lot of media coverage through programs like TLC’s “Hoarding: Buried Alive.” However, there are individuals on the other end of the spectrum who practice extreme minimalism. Leading a minimalist lifestyle is about reducing clutter…
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Want to set the mood for a romantic evening? Start by paying close attention to your meal. While foods like oysters, chocolate, and champagne have become synonymous with passion, there are other Mindful aphrodisiacs to consider. Foods, drinks, and scents that increase sexual desire or libido are considered aphrodisiacs. Aphrodisiacs work two ways, either creating…
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Emerging scientific meditation research shows that there are many health benefits of meditation (also known as relaxation response). In fact, it has proven benefits in a variety of diseases. What are you waiting for? After reading this list, start meditating with Dr. Hall at The Meditation Room. Stress The term meditation is also referred to…
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Research shows massages reduce stress, relax your muscles and give you an immune boost. Researchers measured immune function in healthy adults who received a massage. The massaged group had more white blood cells — including natural killer cells, which help the body fight viruses and other pathogens. This group also had fewer types of inflammatory…
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Do you smile as a spiritual or health practice? Or do you smile only when you feel like smiling? Research tells us a lot about the health benefits of smiling . Its proven to lower heart rate, reduce stress, and slow breathing. Research also shows that when we smile, our insides produce more happiness hormones…
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Many of us turn to puzzles, exercises, and even apps to help improve our memory, but there are other tastier solutions. Healthy eating is key to preserving your mental health and jump start your memory, as well as preventing cognitive decline. Science has shown time and time again that certain foods help stimulate and repair…
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