Tag: mental health

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A Gentle Welcome to the New Year

Whatever your path may be, let it be one of intention and grace. Take the long way home. Pause to admire the frost patterns on a windowpane. Let yourself be captivated by the small miracles that so often go unnoticed in the rush of the everyday.

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Welcoming the New Year with Grace and Purpose

Looking back at the year gone by, we find a tapestry woven with moments both poignant and jubilant. Each thread tells a story—a story of growth, resilience, and discovery. It’s in these reflections that we uncover the essence of our journey, paving the way for the direction we seek in the coming year.

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How Food Can Positively Impact Your Mental Health

In the pursuit of overall well-being, we often prioritize physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and self-care routines. However, one aspect that is often overlooked is the profound connection between our diet and mental health. The food we consume plays a crucial role in nourishing not only our bodies but also our minds.

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10 Best U.S. Cities for Mental Wellness in 2022

Our environment is integral to our well-being. It influences how well we put our mind work to practice. There’s only so much you can do in your head. Factors such as healthy lifestyles, work habits, and a full night’s rest influenced by our environment, determine our level of mental health. Where you decide to live is one of the largest factors composed of different variables.

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Why You Should Take Mental Health Days Instead of Pushing Through Work

We push ourselves beyond our limit, sometimes thinking it’s okay and it will work out for the long run. But the bottom line is that you’re doing more harm than good and can’t recognize you need to step back and breathe. It is after taking a mental health day, that we become aware of the things draining us and refresh our minds.

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12 Hobbies for the Elegant Lady

Hobbies are just for you. While the different aspects of our life pull us in a myriad of directions, hobbies are for personal delight. They are about you! Combating boredom, creating challenges, making spaces for enjoyment, promoting wellness and other numerous positives. Avoid listlessness and start adding value, curiosity, and novelty to your life. You’ll find that you’ll start collecting joy.

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3 Avenues for Practicing Mindfulness

Treat yourself with loving-kindness. Be gentle with yourself. Give yourself time to get there and in the meantime, pat yourself on the back for where you are now, what you have accomplished, and get excited for what’s to come.