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What challenge do you anticipate this week, related to work, family, or self? What is your plan for overcoming this obstacle? How will you feel after you step over this hurdle? I treated myself to a mindful and therapeutic hike through Carkeek Park’s vast trails this morning. The path was flat, smooth, and calm until faced with a
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Stay in the present moment. Be mindful. Be aware. Grow stronger and more resilient with each challenge.
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What brings you happiness? What gives your life meaning and purpose? Our culture is obsessed with happiness, but happiness is not consistent and there is a more fulfilling path, according to journalist and author, Emily Esfahani Smith. If we serve something beyond ourselves and develop our best inner beings, we will have something meaningful to grasp. In
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JUNE CHALLENGE FOR A GREAT CAUSE Next month, I am riding in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids’ cancer. My goal is to ride 500 miles throughout the month, and I will be pedaling as often as I can to reach my target. Why am I doing this? Because cancer is the largest killer of
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What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is defined as being present in the moment in a nonjudgmental way. Becoming mindful in our lives expresses itself in multiple ways: Being aware and accepting of present experience Bringing focus, awareness and attention to the present moment “Single-tasking” rather than multi-tasking Being wholeheartedly present here and now Appreciating the present moment
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How is your physical health? How is your emotional health? If we have a high fever or chest congestion, we will see the doctor… If we have bone or joint pain, we will see a physical therapist… If we experience muscle soreness, we will see a massage therapist… But, what if we have emotional pain, such as guilt,
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Healthy Ways to Add Sweetness to Your Plate Easy Fruit Swaps Instead of… Sugar-sweetened yogurt with fruit. Try plan yogurt with fresh or frozen fruit. Instead of… Salad croutons. Try a handful of thinly sliced or cubed fruit, Instead of… Fiber or energy bars or snack chips. Try fresh whole fruit. Instead of… A glass of
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