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Stress Awareness Month: Tip #7
Stress Awareness Month: Tip #6
Human brains have evolved over time to be biased toward the negative. This means we tend to pay more attention to negative stimuli because it is how our ancestors were able to protect themselves (i.e., fight, flight, or freeze response) from threats (i.e., predators). This trait is still within us and manifests through tendencies like... Continue Reading →
Stress Awareness Month: Tip #5
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How Stress Affects Your Brain 🧠😵💫
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Stress Awareness Month: Tip #4
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Stress Awareness Month: A word about personal strength
Everyone is capable of amazing things. We hold such power to help us rise above adversity but sometimes we inadvertently hide these skills. Use this month to remind yourself of your strengths. We all have them. Make a list of them. Read them and say them out loud throughout the day. Say them everyday. Say... Continue Reading →
Stress Awareness Month: Tip #3
Diaphragmatic breathing (i.e., "belly breathing") is when you allow your abdomen to fully expand when you inhale. Inhale through your nose, hold your breath, and follow this with an extended exhale through your mouth (i.e., at least twice as long as the inhale). Repeat this for several minutes to engage your parasympathetic nervous system. This... Continue Reading →
For Stress Awareness Month
Keep focused on the good. There is always good out there, I promise. You just have to be open to seeing it. Make it a good day.
What is mindfulness?🤔
Here is an easy read that gives you a good idea of the basics around mindfulness. Simplistic in nature and the benefits are worth the effort you put in. I'll be introducing more concepts on this blog so I hope you'll keep tuning in. Come back tomorrow for more detailed information. -the mindful mustache what-is-mindfulnessDownload... Continue Reading →
Stress Awareness Month: Tip #2
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