Do you ever find yourself sitting down to read, with every intention to focus but you find yourself re-reading the same few sentences over and over again? This happens to me far too often. But I'm getting better and you can too. Photo by Sam Lion on Pexels.com I am a big believer in the... Continue Reading →
One of the best life hacks I've ever learned about was implementing a habit tracker into my daily routine. Habit trackers give me an instant mindfulness boost. I'm not sure there's any other thing I've tried that's been better for my mindfulness practice. Dare I say it's been even better than traditional meditation for my... Continue Reading →
I'm compelled to share my favorite blog with you because this author has helped me live a more mindful life in countless ways for over a decade. David Cain started Raptitude to help humans "get better at being human". As we all know life can be tricky and at times overwhelming, so he gives his... 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 →
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 →
Struggling to stay mindful and avoid excess stress when in a crowd or when interacting with a large group of people? This is very common, and you are not alone. Here are some quick tips to ensure mindfulness remains your focus when faced with an overwhelming amount of people: Photo by fauxels on Pexels.com 1... Continue Reading →
We've all faced that stressful feeling of overwhelm that can take over at any time like a tidal wave. This feeling of being overwhelmed is a sign that our brains are in overdrive. You may notice that sometimes small things cause you to feel overwhelmed while other times you handle chaos without a problem. Why... Continue Reading →
The concept of "mindfulness" can be a little confusing for many, including myself. I recently got into an in-depth conversation with a friend about all of the subjective meanings of the term "mindfulness". We both had our own take on what it means and how it should be used for a calmer and more enriching... Continue Reading →
We need all of the reminders we can get to stay mindful
More and more students are juggling multiple responsibilities when heading off to school or advancing their career. Whether you are in high school, college, grad school or you are working towards a work license, it's important to implement effective study habits, and this should always include an element of mindfulness. This is especially true if,... Continue Reading →
Quick and simple mindfulness ideas 