Category Archives: Mind

We are a busy bunch of people and sometimes that means a hurried lunch at the desk while we work, or a quick bite in the car on the way somewhere. This rushed and distracted eating practice is not ideal. Being mindful means giving our attention to what we are doing in that moment, helpingContinue reading “Mindful eating, blissful food”

I’m a fairly positive person, but sometimes it helps to really focus on being positive and seeing the awesomeness that flows from that. That’s where this positivity challenge comes in. Think of it as detoxing the cynical from your life for five days by giving human nature the benefit of the doubt and seeing theContinue reading “Positivity challenge”

Alternate nostril breathing; it sounds odd, but it’s an easy and effective breathing control practice to help bring balance back to body and mind. BENEFITS: Calms the mind Helps with anxiety Brings balance to the left and right hemispheres of the brain Brings about energetic balance and a sense of relaxation HOW TO: Make theContinue reading “Finding balance – alternate nostril breathing”

Kids are inherently mindful when they’re young. They spend hours staring at and exploring new objects as babies. But as they grow and the busy world around them demands more of their attention it can be helpful to teach them mindfulness practices to help refocus and get calm when needed. It can also help themContinue reading “Mindfulness for kids”