Achor’s The Happiness Advantage is a great book about building your capacity for happiness. Read the five best lessons on happiness you can start using today to create a happier, calmer life.
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Integrative Wellness categorizes health and well-being into seven key areas. Each of these areas contribute to overall wellness, affecting both mental and physical health.
Practicing gratitude is an effective way to increase happiness and foster a sense of calm. If you struggle with journaling or need a fresh perspective, try one of these creative ways to practice gratitude. They’re kid-friendly too!
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Research shows children benefit from mindfulness practices, such as learning to pause for a breath. My kids are learning to “smell the cookies; blow out the candles” with promising results.
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After reading about “awe walks” I decided to give it a try. This mindful walking meditation provided the perfect opportunity to experience calming presence.
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Erma Bombeck offers a list of regrets as a call to action. Her writing teaches us to stop postponing fun, embrace relationships, and be present for life.
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Random acts of connection combine quality social interactions and random acts of kindness. Try them as a way to spread contentment and build gratitude.
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4 Steps for success
I am learning how to effectively deal with the inevitable meditation interruptions. Read my four steps for success.
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Newport’s Digital Minimalism offers research on the negative impact of cell phone use. Explore ways to create calm by instituting his recommendations for more mindful use of technology.
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Try this variation on your usual gratitude practice: write gratitude letters. I’m doing this for Valentine’s to spread some love and get the well-being boost.
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Stop the interruptions and protect your practice! Here are five easy tips for meditating when your kids are home.
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