Trying to break down what Mindfulness is, and how to practice it, can be challenging. This brief YouTube video does a great job at describing mindfulness, the benefits of practicing mindfulness, and even simple ways to engage in mindful living. It is family friendly in which you can share with your loved ones of any […]
Ever wonder what Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) really is? What is it made up of? Every therapeutic approach differs from one another and if you’re curious what the breakdown of DBT is, this attached article really highlights what this therapeutic approach is all about. It highlights the history of DBT and describes the many components […]
Mindfulness is living life consciously in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment to bring a sense of peace, control, and acceptance of the Now. Unfortunately, when we practice an exercise, mindfulness exercises are not excluded, we can be jaded and find ourselves being ineffective while falling into mindless routine. Here is an article which […]
Our body and breath will always be with us. Take a moment to find some peace and relaxation with this mindfulness guided body and breath meditation.
Ever receive an unsatisfying apology from someone? They said, “sorry” and yet you still feel hurt and invalidated. Dr. Harriet Lerner, author of Why Wont You Apologize? Highlights the 9 essential ingredients of a true apology, and they are gold. A true apology: 1. Does not include the word “but.” 2. Keeps the focus on […]
The Coronavirus pandemic is eliciting more anxiety in people than before. Vox reporter Sigal Samuel interviews Tara Brach, an instructor of meditation, and goes in depth with the anxieties and worries from the pandemic. The two discuss the panic response system within each of us, as well as the power of mindfulness and mindfulness practices […]
Being confined in our homes during this time of COVID-19, we see through social media the way others have been spending their time. Either lounging catching up on the latest Netflix craze, or learning to bake their own bread and grandma’s recipes at home. To pause and have a slower pace in life while we […]
Anxiety, worry, fear, frustration, and loneliness–only a few emotions that may come up while socially distancing during a pandemic. Take a moment today between your Zoom calls to participate in this guided meditation to reduce suffering and bring mindfulness to your day.
Social media and technology have been villainized in modern times, and now we are seeing how there is a shift in the wind. Technology has been a blessing for us while we socially distance and are staying indoors, allowing us to shop online and stay in touch with friends and family. During these dark times, […]
While everyone is social distancing, families can be facing an additional challenge on their hands. Teens and parents will be under the same roof for longer periods of time and as a result, the likelihood of interpersonal conflicts are much greater. To work on communicating with teens around the effects and concerns around COVID-19, the […]
