When I first came across the 1000 Hours Outside challenge a few years ago I found it overwhelming. As a mom wearing many different hats and an ever busy schedule, it just seemed unrealistic to aim for 4 hours outside every single day. But the more I tried to get the kids outside, the more... Continue Reading →
With nicer weather upon us, we have more opportunities to get the kids outside which is a breeding ground for natural mindfulness. Mindfulness, especially outside, has been shown to reduce stress, increase concentration, and improve our overall well-being. How can you encourage mindfulness in nature with your children? Here are 7 quick tips for simple... Continue Reading →
Breathing exercises are one of the most effective natural stress relief tools. Studies have shown that controlled breathing reduces stress hormones, relaxes muscles, calms the mind and improves overall health. Photo by VisionPic .net on Pexels.com These exercises influence both physiological factors (by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system) and psychological factors (by taking attention away from... Continue Reading →
"Breath is the power behind all things...I breathe in and know that good things will happen." -Tao Porchon-Lynch "The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." -William James "A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees." -Amelia... Continue Reading →
Feeling like social media is affecting your mood too often? Do you worry that you may be hooked and want to limit the impact social media has on your life? These mindfulness tips can help keep socializing online safe and fun: Photo by mentatdgt on Pexels.com 1 - Set social media time slots. Determine how... Continue Reading →
One of my all time favorite authors is Glennon Doyle. I started following her blog ten years ago when my children were babies and I seemed to relate to every insightful word she wrote. I also fell in love with her TED Talk from 2013 that truly helped me see the world differently. She helped... Continue Reading →
Feeling mentally drained, uninspired or unwell? Here are some quick tips on how you can mindfully improve your self care practices: Photo by Bekka Mongeau on Pexels.com 1 - Move daily. While an exercise regime can seem tedious and overwhelming, simple daily movements don't have to be. Whether it's short walks, moments of stretching body... Continue Reading →
Feeling like we have control over our lives has a powerful calming effect and many of us will go to lengths to keep this control in tact. But what do we do when we feel like we don't have control over a situation, which is something we all will encounter in our lives, probably many... Continue Reading →
Struggling to stop mindless scrolling and aiming to use your phone less? You are definitely not alone. I would venture to say the vast majority of people I know are on their phones longer than they would like and aim to use it less, especially when it comes to social media. The average user checks... Continue Reading →
Looking for new books to bring about peace, more mindfulness, inspiration, and possibly change the trajectory of your life? These 8 excellent reads promoting a more peaceful life have all of these characteristics and more. And they're each only between $8-$15! I have personally read each of these books and can attest to their meaningful... Continue Reading →
