Creative Outlets for Busy Moms

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Do you ever think, “I used to be creative, what happened?”  If so, you’re not alone!  Plenty of busy moms feel this way.  When you become a mom your focus suddenly shifts 24 hours a day 7 days a week to this new human that you created.  You may literally be juggling a job, a…

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Mindfulness Activities for Adults: A Beginner’s Guide

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Mindfulness is when you are present in this moment right here right now.6   It helps reduce stress, anxiety, and improve your sense of well-being.4  But sometimes it can feel hard, downright impossible, to stop what you’re doing and just be present, right? You’re a busy mom but you know you also want to be…

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Ziva Online Course Review: Is it worth it?

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Are you curious about the Ziva Online course, the popular meditation course created by Emily Fletcher? This review will provide you with an honest assessment of the program and its benefits. By the end of it, you’ll have a better idea of whether or not this course is the right fit for you. And if…

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Unplug Meditation Teacher Training Review 

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Are you thinking of joining the Unplug Meditation Teacher Training program this year? You’ve come to the right place. Here I share my honest review of the Unplug Meditation Teacher Training program! (*next course will begin in April 2024) How Unplug Meditation Changed My Life I lived in Santa Monica, CA for several years before…

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Is Self Care Important for Your Health?

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Self care is essential for maintaining good physical and emotional health.1 It includes eating well, getting enough rest, exercising regularly, managing stress, and having fun. Finding a type of self care you enjoy is so important to make it a priority in your life. Benefits of Self Care Self care can mean different things to…

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Stress:  How to Manage with Effective Strategies

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Stress and learning how to manage it is a crucial part of feeling healthier and more balanced.  Stress is an inevitable part of life, and not all stress is bad.  But learning how to manage stress and anxiety well can help you stay healthier and happier. Here are some tips for reducing stress and improving…

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Be Less Self-Critical with Mindful Art

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The way we think about ourselves affects our moods, behaviors, and relationships. Self-critical thoughts are negative thoughts that can cause us to feel bad about ourselves.  Even though they are often not based in reality self-critical thoughts can feel very true.   Start by noticing what’s happening inside your head. If you notice yourself being critical…

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Top Apps for Meditation 

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Apps for meditation are a great way to make meditation a simple daily practice.  Apps for meditation make it easy to access great meditations anytime and anywhere.  Meditation is a wonderful way to cultivate more calm in your life and reduce stress.  To learn more about meditation and all of its amazing benefits check out…

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Mandalas with Meaning

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Mandalas with meaning are circles drawn as a meditative art practice.  The meaning can come from the practice itself or from the drawing you create.  This article will provide information on the benefits of meditative art practices.  Mandalas with meaning are an easy way to create a daily creative habit.  And we’ll also go over…

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What Mindfulness Is?

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Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to your present moment.  It is about noticing, without judgment, what is happening right now.  You can practice mindfulness in lots of different ways.  This article will define what mindfulness is and give you ways to practice mindfulness.   What Mindfulness Is? Oxford Languages defines mindfulness as “a mental…

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