Our family took a recent trip to Disney World and to be honest, I forgot to implement a lot of the mindfulness tips I truly believe in and have worked time and time again for us on other outings. It wasn’t a lack of awareness but rather a lack of reminders and a PLAN. It's... Continue Reading →
What Is the Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation?
Have you been hearing all about meditation and mindfulness practices but confused about the difference? You're not alone. Photo by Luis Fernandes on Pexels.com Are mindfulness and meditation really different? Are they equally important for a life of balance? How do these different practices affect the brain? These are all valid questions with varying answers.... Continue Reading →
Not Feeling Very Grateful This Season? It’s OK.
I write a lot about the importance of gratitude for my overall well being. Personally, I often list out what I’m thankful for when I’m feeling overwhelmed with emotions because it typically makes me feel better. But then there are those times where it doesn't work... The effort to focus on what we're thankful for... Continue Reading →
Thinking of Trying a Yoga Retreat?
I did, and here is how it went... For my milestone birthday last year my sister took me to a yoga retreat. This is something I honestly thought I'd never do. Just wasn't my thing. But she’s been into yoga for years and had been to a few. She thought I could get a lot... Continue Reading →