Tag: mental health
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Thought Gardens: Rock or River
Our thought gardens can be lush with vivid memories, beautiful affirmations, and running with a river of gratitude for all our blessings. All gardens need maintenance, or they can become run-down, rocky patches full of weeds that need to be eradicated.
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Can Routines Save Your Life?
When I was a kid, making my bed every morning was not optional. Now it surprises me to read that people consider it a key point in self-care and mental health. (Moms are always right, aren’t they? 😉)
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Summer Reads
Perhaps the desire for summer reading is nostalgic, as I still remember receiving summer reading lists from teachers. I love to read, and by getting a list from the teacher; I had a convincing argument for Mom to take me to the library.
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Meditative Writing
A day can begin in the usual way with the promise of sunshine and glowing achievements. But as the day progresses, clouds may gather. Billowing higher and higher, growing darker and darker, until they completely overshadowed the morning’s beauty and potential.
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The Magical Powers of Analog
When David Copperfield performs, although we may be skeptical, his seemingly magical powers amaze us. Our brains possess equally magical abilities, as science continues to discover.
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Play Your Blues Away
My sweet kitty seemed more lethargic, maybe even depressed. After some thought, I realized that as my attention to writing had increased, our interactions had decreased. Time for action!
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The Mindful Caravan’s May Flowers
Picture a perfect day trip: You are riding in the passenger seat. The window is down and a just-right-temperature breeze is flowing through your hair.
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Mindful Caravan: What’s New!
During the 40s jazz scene, people sometimes described others as “cool cats” — stylish, calm, and self-assured. Currently, my favorite cool cat is Teawater, and he is purrfect to introduce what’s new in February at Mindful Caravan!
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Just Right
Goldilocks was a messed-up girl. As with any cautionary tale, we can gain personal insight from her story without being chased by bears!
