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Many of us are well aware of the importance of slow, deep breathing for our total wellbeing--mental and physical health alike. Many of us try to use various forms of breathwork, whether it's something as "simple" as paying attention to…
Stress Awareness Day, the first Wednesday each November, is such an important day for our total wellbeing and quality of life. Chronic stress is a problem worldwide, impacting millions of people and wreaking havoc on mental health and physical health.…
We all have the power to embrace each day, living it mindfully from the moment we awake. Too often, stress bombards us before we even fully open our eyes because, let's face it, life is busy, harried, and often anxiety-provoking.…
The human brain can have some wonderful intentions that end up getting in our way and blocking our ability to settle into any given moment calmly and peacefully. The brain is designed to look for problems and then grab onto…
As I'm writing this, September has just begun and Labor Day is but a few days away. I've always loved Labor Day because, to me, it ushers in the fall season. It's a wonderful time of year when we can…
Life can be hectic, problematic, and stressful. Challenges big and small never fully end, and this can keep our bodymind under constant stress. Stepping into the green or blue spaces of nature, even for a brief pause, is vital for…
While our life experience is about so much more than our work, work is a significant aspect of who we are and how we spend our time. Considering that the average person spends about a third of their lifetime at…
The causes of anxiety are complex, influenced by factors outside of us and within ourselves. Take heart! "Within ourselves" doesn't mean that we intentionally cause our own anxiety. It means that there are things going on in our bodymind that influence…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a perfect reminder to be aware of your own mental health. By homing the mindfulness skill of awareness, you can decrease anxiety and stress for deeper wellbeing. Simply being aware of your mental health,…
The bodymind needs minibreaks throughout the day. Life is harried and rushed, and challenges meet us at every turn. We tend to multitask (which is actually counterproductive and unhealthy in and of itself) and jump from one fire to the…