The holidays this year are different. While the national recommendations around managing COVID this season is to reduce our contact with others, whether we like it or not, the holidays aren’t going to be like they used to be and it’s ok to be upset about it. This attached article highlights the important steps to […]
Thanksgiving is a time in which we can pause and reflect on the things we are most grateful for in our lives. With COVID, elections, social and personal stressors, life can seem rough at times and so stopping and noticing what we are grateful for is important. This attached article highlights a number of important […]
Mindfulness does not need to be a guided meditation, mindfulness of breath, or sitting in silence. Mindfulness can be bringing your attention to music that is soothing and grounding. Here is a Lo-fi playlist from SoundCloud that has a number of soothing songs that I personally enjoy listening to. Certain songs can be pure instrumental, […]
There are many TED talks illuminating the values of practicing mindfulness, and I recommend watching them all! Here though is one that highlights the practicality of practicing mindfulness each day to gain all its benefits even with a busy lifestyle. Phil Boissiere explains in this particular TED talk how one could obtain the benefits of […]
Ever find yourself in a situation that is challenging to speak up or to express yourself effectively? The DEAR MAN skills constructed by Marsha Linehan is the go-to skill to use! This video breaks down one very valuable skill that is golden for effective communication. It breaks down key components of communicating and getting your […]
We can definitely be our own worst critic, so take a moment to pause and reflect on some self-love! https://youtu.be/cFeCUfw657g
COVID, elections, work, family… our lives may have a lot to work through and yet it’s not what’s on our plate, but how we manage our plate. From allowing yourself to take a break, to finding ways to rethink things that are going on, there are tips and tricks on how to bring a sense […]
At work do you find yourself more irritable, fatigued, more sarcastic, or even notice your productivity has reduced somewhat? You may have some work burnout. Want to know more about burnout, this article explains what burnout looks like, ways to prevent it, and ways to overcome it. We may be burnt-out from COVID, don’t let […]
Update on mindfulness research: more evidence to support why we should incorporate mindfulness more into our lives! From fighting inflammation to reduced anxiety and depression, mindfulness practices in one’s life enhances literal health as well as emotional health. Read up and share! https://www.mindful.org/top-research-news-on-mindfulness-meditation-fall-2020/
Your body is with you at all times, so a body scan meditation is a great way to center yourself when feeling out of touch with the moment. Here is a nice deep body scan guided meditation for your day so strengthen your mindfulness skills, even if it’s only for a portion of this recording, […]
