Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. Mindfulness is a quality that every human being already possesses, you just have to learn how to access it. By becoming aware of negative thoughts and emotions that arise, we have more choice in how to handle them in the moment and a better chance of reacting calmly when faced with stress or challenges.
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So what is positive self-talk? “Self-talk is your internal dialogue. It’s influenced by your subconscious mind, and it reveals your thoughts, beliefs, questions, and ideas.” This is a problem that everyone struggles with at some point or another, whether you admit it or not. I admit, it’s hard to be positive all the time, but it is definitely something that we can all strive for.
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Does Your Brain Really Need Exercise?
Our brains are a part of everything we do, so keeping it in shape and cared for is essential. Exercising your brain is just as important as exercising the rest of your body! If you don’t continue to use and exercise your brain as you get older, it could start to affect you later on. Brain activities and games are a great way to improve and preserve your brain’s sharpness, memory, focus, and daily functionality.
Continue reading “Brain Games”Beat Those Winter Blues
As the weather changes from warm, sunny weather and long days to frigid, snowy temperatures and short days, it can be tough to handle that quick change in seasons, it’s almost like fall wasn’t even here! With the coldest season comes the winter blues.
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