This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they are a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture, still, treat each guest honorably. He may […]
Stress is a natural and inevitable part of life. And with many research studies on stress, there are a number of conclusions supporting the correlation that stress has negative effects on our bodies. It negatively affects our health, from increasing our risk of catching the common cold to increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. This […]
Being more mindful of your actions is a great way to improve your own sense of well-being and how you feel about the world around you. Expanding that mindfulness one step further into your relationships can have the same great benefits! The more aware you are of how your partner is feeling, the better you […]
A bad mood can impact every part of your day–from your interactions with others to the choices you make about food and exercise. In short, it’s no place you want to be long term. Here are a few easy ways to turn that bad mood around and get your day back on track. Work Out […]
Let’s face it, we can all be our own toughest critics. But for some people, this behavior goes beyond small criticisms to a long-term pattern of destructive behavior. This is where self-compassion comes in. “Instead of mercilessly judging and criticizing yourself for various inadequacies or shortcomings, self-compassion means you are kind and understanding when confronted […]
Did you know that your brain can become cluttered just like your home or office can? Much like home clutter, it’s something that you might not notice every day but definitely builds over time. All of a sudden, you find yourself in a situation where you can’t focus or remember something important and wonder why […]
Why is it that bad habits always seem so much easier to keep? If only it were as easy to run a mile as it was to eat an extra cookie or splurge on an expensive purchase. Healthy habits are more difficult to create and sustain, but not impossible. With a little bit of focus […]
Los Angeles and the surrounding areas always seem to be bustling with activity, and it’s easy to get caught up in that rat race. Meditating is a great way to break away from the daily grind and recommit to yourself. Even in the busy city, there are a few places where you can meditate and […]
Los Angeles weather means that there’s no excuse for not getting outside to enjoy a hike. Going on a hike is a great way for your family to disconnect from technology and connect with each other. There are plenty of family-friendly hiking options throughout the South Bay area that can help your family get its […]
No matter how busy you are, there’s always time to add a little mindfulness to your day. This is especially important as we all spend more and more of our time looking at screens of one variety or another. Here are a few simple ways to unplug and reclaim your thoughts throughout the day! Be […]
