Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
The average toy has plastic, metal, and synthetic materials in it that can harm the environment. Not to mention, many of these toys come from overseas and factories and countries with lax environmental laws. Sourcing eco-friendly toys is a solution around these troubling issues. Some green toys are made with natural, recycled or sustainable materials…
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Millions of people are traveling for business and it’s contributing to the growth of the U.S. travel industry. In 2011, $249 billion dollars was spent on business travel alone. Unfortunately, this increase in business travelers means more lines, delays and stress. Here are a few mindful tips for business travel sanity. A business trip may…
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Millions of Americans have health hazardous jobs. Are you one of them? Studies show that going to the office can be bad for your health. Nine-eight percent of American workers are affected by minor illnesses each year and many of them become ill due to office germs. Hostile work environments with negative bosses or coworkers…
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Geocaching comes from the terms “geo” (Earth) and “cache” (store away). It’s a sport that tests its participants physically and mentally while building a community for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. What is Geocaching? In May of 2000, the government removed selective availability on GPS technology, making it possible for the public to more accurately pinpoint…
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Everyone experiences stress but, science now shows that stress impacts men and women differently. Fortunately, there are specific stress tips that help men and women relax. Stress Response in Men and Women Medical experts have found that what causes women and men to respond to stress impacts are hormones, specifically cortisol, epinephrine, and oxytocin. When…
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Gardens are a great place for tranquility and relaxation. And gardens inspired by chakras will provide your outdoors space with an extra surge of energy. Chakras are common elements in yoga, Buddhism, and Hinduism. The word “chakra” has Sanskrit origins and means “wheel.” The seven chakras are considered as rotating centers that are connected with…
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Are you addicted to stress? Check out these five Mindful Health® tips to help with your addiction. According to the American Psychological Association, 20 percent of Americans describe their stress levels as extreme. Unfortunately, extreme levels of stress cause adrenaline to rush through your body, this creates a “natural high.” The endorphins and dopamine can become…
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May is the month of significant rituals. Mother’s Day celebrates and honors the calling to be a mother. We can be a mother of children, animals, plants, projects, coworkers or students. For all of us this annual ritual can bring up positive, rewarding emotions and also challenging emotions of loss, sadness and failure. We must…
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Millions of parents and children will be participating in “Take Our Daughters or Sons to Work Day,” a day in which children leave school to get workplace experience at first-hand. It’s a time of great Mindful learning for both children and parents alike. This special day began in 1993 by Gloria Steinem and the Ms.…
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When a friend or coworker is mourning the loss of a loved one, we try our best to comfort them. Giving them a gift is one simple way of showing them that we care. A card and a bouquet are nice, but there are other thoughtful gifts to show condolences that you must consider. Here…
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