Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Teas are beneficial for a variety of diseases. A study from the University of North Carolina showed that people who drink three cups of regular black or green tea a day reduce their risk of heart attack by 11 percent. Some research at Rutgers shows that tea can protect cells from carcinogens and they also…
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What better way to celebrate your mother than by gathering with family and hosting a delicious Mother’s Day brunch? If you need some ideas for your Mother’s Day celebration, we’ve got you covered with some fun brunch ideas for mom. 4 Mindful Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas Mother’s Day Decorations Balloons and streamers are classic party…
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This Mother’s Day go beyond flowers and greeting cards and make great Mother’s Day gifts such as an experience to be remember instead. By planning a Mother’s Day event or activity you can bond as a family as you make memories together. Great Experiences for Mother’s Day Gifts A Day of Relaxation Moms experience a lot…
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Since ancient Greece and throughout the ages in all cultures, religions, and spiritualities, people have celebrated femininity. When I was at Emory, the theology of the Amma, the holy mother governing the early monasteries, fascinated me. The Amma is the CEO of the monastery. She is in charge of the spiritual, economic, and logistical existence…
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Over the next few weeks millions of American students will be graduating from high school, college, or grad school programs. These exhausted, but excited graduates will participate in a long list of traditional graduation customs such as wearing their traditional gown, marching to the traditional ceremonial song, and switching the tassel on their caps. But…
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Staying in touch with loved ones has been made easy with all of our recent technological advances; however, cases of loneliness seem to be rising. According to Duke University researchers, the number of people who said that they didn’t have someone to discuss important matters with has risen to 25 percent. Studies also show that…
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As soon as we give birth to our children the world is set at a different pace it seems. While pregnant, we had time to think about being a mother; what it would be like, what we’d like to do with our kids etc. However, once our beautiful babies arrive we can get stuck in…
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Most Americans visit their doctor every year to have a physical health check-up, but it’s also important to evaluate your mental health on a regular basis. An emotional health check-up is an important life tool in which you analyze your mental health and make improvements. Frequent overall health check-ups are important for your quality of…
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You + Dirt = CALM Getting in the dirt to garden is an ancient physical activity that has numerous health benefits. Playing in the dirt benefits you by reducing your stress chemicals, boosting your immune system, relaxing your mind and body, and nourishing your soul. Join the ancient tradition of your ancestors by diving into…
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Are you about to plan another trip to the grocery store? Well, before you go there are some safety tips you’ll need to know. According to the FDA, 48 million Americans get sick from contaminated food every year. Surprisingly, the culprit isn’t always what you might expect like meat or dairy. Sometimes the harm is…
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