The Holiday Season is a happy time but it also comes with lots of hustle and bustle. It's the perfect time to focus on managing stress with mindfulness and self-care. You cannot share from an empty cup. To be at our best for our children and families in 2023, we have to remember to embrace the things in our own lives that give us peace and hope.
Managing stress can help lower high blood pressure and reduce cholesterol levels - both precursors to many health problems. One way to manage stress and take care of your physical and mental well-being is through Self-Care - simply do more of the things that you enjoy. Make time to read a book, enjoy a nap, take a relaxing bath, listen to music, or be creative by drawing or painting.
Another great option is Meditation, which can help lower stress levels, connect to oneself, and improve focus. Begin by paying attention to your breath as it goes in and out. Notice how your mind can wander from this task. The practice of returning to the breath builds the muscles of attention and mindfulness. It helps us learn to return to and remain in the present moment, which anchors ourselves to the here and now on purpose.
Mindful.org offers a FREE "How to Meditate" email series for beginners. When you sign up, you will receive an email once a day for 5 days to assist in learning how to make mediation part of your daily life with simple practices that fit into even the busiest of days. To get started on your journey to mindfulness, visit Mindful How to Meditate Email Series
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