Practicing mindfulness means letting go of thoughts about the past and thoughts about the future and simply allowing yourself to exist in the present moment.
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4 Tips to Transition Your Wardrobe to Fall
Transitional dressing doesn’t have to be scary; it can actually bring out your most fashion forward and functional looks. From layering tips to how autumn-ize your summer staples, we have you covered.
Summer is for Swimming
Summer is in full swing which means many families will be spending time around the pool, beach, rivers, and lakes to cool off from the heat and entertain the days away from school.
Impacts of Stress in Childhood
Research finds that going through tough times as a kid can have a developmental impact on the brain. In the studies (referenced below), the adult brains of people who were raised in a stressful environment before the age of six were smaller than the brains of adults who had a less stressful childhood. This result was also impacted by the child’s ability to cope with the stress. Often if the child had no means of releasing stress they would internalize the stresses experienced years earlier – ruminating and bottling up emotions.
5 Tips for Raising Healthy Children
Raising healthy children sounds pretty simple: good nutrition and physical activity every day. In our busy society, it is harder than ever. Even health-conscious parents have to compete against any number of unhealthy temptations. Below are tips to help you raise safe and healthy kids: 1. Plan a Healthy Pregnancy We know itcan be hard […]
Benefits of Therapy For Families
Let’s face it – not all families fit into the old stereotype of the problem-free, two-kids-and-a-dog suburban dream. For those of us who live in the real world, far away from the “Leave it to Beaver” era, family life can look anything but idyllic. Marriage is hard work, children quarrel, and life essentially consists of constant changes that require adjustment and resilience.
7 Habits for Healthy Skin
Is your medicine cabinet filled with 20 half-used bottles of lotions, cleansers, and serums? That’s a sign to rethink your skincare regimen. Not only can trying out a bunch of different products be damaging to your skin (especially if you’re experimenting with different fragrances and chemicals), but did you know that it can take up to six weeks to see visible skin benefits from a product?
Too often, I see people switch products
before they really give them a chance to
start working. I suggest sticking to a few good products, and letting them do their thing.
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Strengthening Your Mental Fitness
Professional burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma are all real human experiences that come in waves over time.
5 Things to Know Before Getting a Lip Filler
Lip fillers are more popular than ever, and for good reason. As we age, our lips naturally thin. The procedure is quick and easy, resulting in a fuller, softer, yet subtle overall enhancement to your face. To make sure you get the look you want, here are some tips to keep in mind.