Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Feeling stressed at work and not sure why? Maybe you’ve caught a co-workers stress. Indirect stress is a dangerous health hazard, especially at work. Stress pollutes offices, creating a toxic, less productive environment. When a boss or coworker is stressed they become moody and less cooperative. This affects others, creating a chain reaction. Dr. Elaine…
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It’s the perfect time of the year to enjoy some nutritious almonds. It’s the holiday season and a great opportunity to incorporate more healthy nuts into your diet. One of your healthiest nut choices is delicious and nutritious almonds. Almonds are filled with healthy fats your body loves. They also are loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.…
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Communication skills are key. We all strive to work in an office that is brimming with positive energy. Mindful bosses and Mindful employees are essential to a productive workplace, but it’s only the beginning. A successful office achieves harmony and productivity through open and respectful communication between the workers. Without such communication directions become unclear.…
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Are you looking for a tasty snack to have at work? Look no further than almonds. They’re delicious and require no prep time. Plus, there are numerous health benefits of almonds. One serving of almonds is a 1/4 of a cup or 23 almonds or a simple handful (depending on how you prefer to measure).…
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Insomnia is not a disease; it’s difficult to diagnose. Over 40 million people in the U.S. have a form of sleep disorder but over 90 percent don’t even know it! It can be caused by heart disease, headaches and chronic pain, weight gain and obesity, lack of exercise, bad sleeping habits and patterns, and injuries…
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The risk for heart disease is high in America, especially in the African American community. With February being American Heart Month and Black History Month, now is the time for our community to invest in heart-healthy practices like running. If you are looking for a little running inspiration, check out these Mindful running tips. The…
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As a wise person once said, “Mindfulness is the path to freedom.” How many of us really live in the present moment? Learning to live in the present moment can be difficult. We live worried about the future, coping with guilt, and overwhelmed by the past. We can do nothing about the past and worrying about…
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Female friendships should be celebrated and today, Galentine’s Day, is the perfect opportunity. One day before Valentine’s Day there is Galentine’s Day, a time in which women celebrate the other women in their lives. This unofficial holiday started off as a clever storyline on the hilarious NBC show, Parks and Recreation. The main character and…
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Romantic occasions and champagne go hand-in-hand, but what if you don’t drink alcohol? Mocktails are the perfect solution! If you’re planning an amorous Valentine’s Day dinner, make a cherry or pomegranate-flavored “love potion.” Christen the non-alcoholic beverage with your favorite number, such as Love Potion #9, and you’ve got yourself a memorable mocktail that your…
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Strawberries are the essence of romance. So this Valentine’s day why not romance your partner with a bouquet of these delicious and healthy treats. Strawberries make a healthy Valentine’s Day dessert. Strawberries contain a range of nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, folic acid, potassium, riboflavin, and magnesium. They are very low in calories and…
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