Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Puzzles are a great way to reduce stress. Puzzles are a powerful tool that increase your memory and as a result help slow the aging process of the brain. Research suggests puzzles and brain teasers may ward off dementia and Alzheimer’s, as well as improve overall brain and memory function. Working puzzles stimulate the brain…
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If you have extra turkey or tofurky, the nonmeat turkey substitute, you can easily turn your leftovers into a delicious pasta dish meal after the big feast. At our home, we don’t eat meat, so we use turkey or chicken substitutes. However, whether you use real turkey or tofurky it still makes for a yummy…
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You maybe surprised to see how much nature affects your brain. No matter the season, Mother Nature is beckoning you to get outside and join her majesty today. Ecotherapy is about getting outdoors and becoming active in a natural environment as a way of boosting mental and physical health. Studies reported decreased levels of depression…
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As the saying goes, it takes a village to raise a child. Planning a Mindful community get-together is a great way for your “village” to care for the next generation. Surrounding a kid with love and support can make all the difference; however, it’s not just the kids that can benefit from the extra encouragement.…
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality reports that 15 million Americans undergo surgery every year. Preparing for the surgery can be a daunting task, but the worry doesn’t end there. To ensure that the operation is a success having a healthy surgery recovery is key. Unfortunately, for many Americans, this is easier said than…
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Religious centers, schools, and family homes—these are supposed to be our safe spaces, but with our country’s high record of gun violence, no space is truly safe anymore. Gun Violence and the Las Vegas Shooting Just one month after the Las Vegas shooting, where nearly 500 people were injured and 58 people were killed, another…
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Today, millions of Americans are patiently (or not so patiently) waiting for the results of the U.S. elections. Waiting and worrying go hand and hand, so it’s no surprise that this it can also lead to a lot of stress. So, since we’re in the midst of an election day countdown, let’s take a moment…
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Over a month has passed and Puerto Ricans are still in desperate need for hurricane relief. It’s estimated that $45 to $90 billion is needed in aid for Puerto Rico. It’s up to all of us to help our fellow Americans in their time of need. On September 20th, Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, a…
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Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment. It uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Sometimes it’s called essential oil therapy. Aromatherapy uses essential oils medicinally to enhance both physical and emotional health. Smelling essential oils stimulates the brain. The scent sends a signal to the part of the brain that regulates emotions. This…
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October is Stress Prevention Month. We are entering the stressful holiday season. We are approaching a time of seasonal stress. However each day we are also living in a more stressful world. Stress prevention month is an invitation to build stress resilience. For example, try just a quick breathing exercise. Research shows stress affects your…
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