The holiday season often highlights the spirit of gift-giving to our loved ones. The holiday season is also a good time to tap into the benefits of donating, which extend far beyond the season. Whether it is contributing to a local charity, church, or community organization, giving back has a positive impact on mental and... Continue Reading →
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often forget to pause and process the overwhelming emotions and thoughts that build up. This is where grounding techniques can be incredibly helpful for our overall well-being. By taking a moment to reconnect with the present, we can step away from anxious thoughts and regain sense... Continue Reading →
As we transition into fall, it is the perfect season to slow down and savor life’s little pleasures. Sip a warm cup of tea or pumpkin-spiced coffee while wrapped in a cozy blanket, delight in season treats like maple butter or baked apples, and step outside to take in the beauty of autumn, notice the... Continue Reading →
When living life day-to-day, it is easy to get caught up in responsibilities and the busyness of the world. Sometimes it is necessary to sit still and give yourself a moment of peace. The practice of meditation and mindfulness is often overlooked. People dismiss its effectiveness because they don’t make time for it, they get... Continue Reading →
We did it! We survived the dreadful days of winter and are nearing the end of the unpredictable midwestern spring. It is almost summer! The clouds are parting, and the sun is shining bright. Nature is inviting us to step outside, soak in the sunshine, and reconnect with the world around us. Instead of rushing... Continue Reading →
In today’s busy and fast-paced world, it is easy to get caught up in responsibilities, distractions, and stress. We often find ourselves dwelling on the past or worrying about the future, causing us to miss the peace in the present moment. Mindfulness meditation is a powerful practice that helps us tune into the here and... Continue Reading →
Current sources of entertainment overload our cognitive functions of stimulation and attention span. Because we have smart phones and social media, immediate mental stimulation is constantly at our fingertips. This has a deteriorating impact on the human attention span. Less and less are we actually exercising our minds to find stimulation. Our brains are becoming... Continue Reading →
In many apps there is a feature called infinite scroll. This is a technique that automatically loads more content, such as videos, as you scroll. This can cause it to be harder to stop since there is no definite end. Many people find themselves losing a lot of time, even hours or days, scrolling through... Continue Reading →
Our lives can feel very chaotic at times. We bounce around from one thing to the next. We are thrown off course occasionally and fall upon something else. We bump into one thing and are then pushed into another. Only to bounce off that thing and freefall until we hit a bottom. What I am... Continue Reading →
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