Category: My Journey to Calm (Page 3 of 4)

Melissa Lewis-Duarte, Ph.D. chronicled her journey from an anxious, stressed out mom to a calmer, more content being. Now, she helps others improve their well-being as an Integrative Wellness Coach.

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Moving past a negative meditation experience

January 16, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to calm day 16

Negative, intrusive thoughts can make meditation difficult. Read about my negative meditation experience and how I moved past it.

Striking a balance: I’m a work in progress (WIP) and need self-compassion

January 14, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to Calm day 14

Change is difficult. Striking a balance between being a work-in-progress and needing self-compassion is crucial.

Starting Yoga: A Calm Space & 5 Essential Supplies

Starting yoga: A calm space & five essential supplies

January 13, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to Calm Day 13

Make yoga at home easier by creating a space for your practice. Read about the small changes I made to my space and my five essential supplies.

Commit to Calm Day 11

The OHIO principle, Only Handle It Once, can be used to decrease stress. Consider this technique to create calm.

Commit to Calm Day 9

Living with anxiety is stressful. This week I implemented two quick techniques to squash the anxiety and increase my level of calm.

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Listening to your body to create calm

January 8, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to Calm Day 8

Listening to your body can be difficult. Read recommendations for learning to listen to your body. You too, can create more calm.

Connecting with nature to create calm

January 6, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to Calm Day 6

Connecting with nature is related to well-being. Read more about why it’s important to take time to enjoy life’s simple pleasures, like walking outside.

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Ways to practice gratitude for a better well-being

January 5, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to Calm Day 5

Learn how to practice gratitude for a better sense of well-being. Commit to using this practice to create more calm in your life.

There’s no right way to meditate: Practice is key

January 5, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to Calm Day 4

Meditation is a process and a practice. Read about how I’m working on calm by experimenting with different meditation techniques.

Refusing to postpone fun: Learning to let go of the to-do list

January 4, 2021 / workingoncalm

Commit to Calm Day 3

My anxiety ruins fun by making me obsessed with my to-do list. I’m learning to let go and practice contentment as I work on calm.

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