A vacation hike taught me to stop resisting and embrace the experience, serving as a metaphor for the war with anxiety. Progress happens when we stop resisting anxiety and use mindfulness instead.
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You can ease anxiety by controlling your breathing. Tap into this mind-body connection using one of these three easy breathing techniques.
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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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Learn about RAIN, a tool for practicing mindfulness and dealing with anxious thoughts. My application of RAIN resulted in less anxiety and more fun.
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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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When a physically stressful event put my mindfulness practices to the test, I was amazed at how small changes in my thinking calmed the mental chaos.
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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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A reminder from The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
Revisiting a classic book reminded me we can’t be effective without prioritizing our own self-care. Address these four dimensions of self-renewal to make it a habit.
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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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