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How to Stay Sane During Quarantine (Or Anytime the World Seems Crazy)
As humans we crave social interaction, stability, consistency, safety. During times of crisis such as these, whether it be internal or external (sometimes both) it is important to turn to habits and activities that make us feel whole, cared for, nurtured, and good. So...
6 More Reasons Why Everyone Can Benefit from Therapy
Therapy has a stigma that it is only for those who have a mental illness. However, therapy is really for everyone. It is great for those who have a mental illness and for those who do not. That's the great thing about therapy, it is the universal helper....
What to Know for Your First Therapy Session
Making the step to get therapy is a big one. You've noticed you need help with your addiction, grief, depression, or maybe you just want to unlock your full potential as a person. You've researched therapists and picked one that makes you feel comfortable. You've made...
How to Start a Meditation Practice with Your Kids
Yay! You are interested in starting meditation with your child! This is so huge. Meditation has been shown to reduce anxiety, reduce depression, increase well-being, increase focus, increase emotional regulation, and lead to better decision-making in children. ...
The Benefits of Meditation for Children
By now, we have all heard of meditation for adults and the benefits for our busy lives. But what about meditation for children? Is that even possible? The answer is yes. Just like adults, children are faced with challenges every day. Ones that will test them...
Meditation Testimonials: How Meditation Changes Lives
Meditation is an amazing tool to reduces stress, increase the health of the mind, and so much more. If you aren't already convinced of the benefits of meditation, we thought we would share some stories from people who have implemented it and how it has changed their...
The Benefits of Meditation in Reducing Stress
You've probably heard of meditation by now, but perhaps you've never tried it. You may think of sitting with your eyes closed not thinking of anything to be pointless. You may just think you can't sit still and quiet for that long. In both cases, I think you'll find...
7 Things to Stop Doing for a Better 2020
New year, a new list of things to stop doing! No list is not a list of stop eating junk food or to stop watching your favorite TV shows. But this is a list of things to stop doing so you can live a more present, fulfilling, and happy life. What we would love is...
3 Major Mentality Shifts to Bring More Positivity into Your Life
We've all heard the phrase, "life is what you make it". But what does that really mean? Maybe you've been working your butt off for years but still haven't reached your full personal, financial, or career goals? Maybe they seem even farther away than when you...
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