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Day and Night

Michelle Morrell, explained that “too many sunny days are like being locked in a small room with a cheerleader.” “The dark days remind me how fortunate I am to have a warm comfortable dwelling,” Adora Callas said. Positively Purging-I welcome … Continue reading

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Value Your Mental Health Every Day

A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body: Our mental health is an integral part of our overall health. Just as you wouldn’t ignore a broken leg or a nasty flu, it’s crucial to give the same … Continue reading

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Glimmers

seek out glimmers. in the midst of uncertainty, look for those small moments of joy and beauty — what we call “glimmers.” maybe it’s the warmth of sunlight on your skin, a kind text from a friend, or the first … Continue reading

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Breathe Through the Storm

When life feels overwhelming, come back to your breath. try this: breathe in for through your mouth with an elongated inhale, exhale out of the mouth, depleting the lungs fully. repeat this cycle a few times, imagining each exhale releasing … Continue reading

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Mental Rest

Often, you think of rest as sleeping or being inactive, but it also includes mental rest, which means letting your mind pause and rest, Zwarensteyn says. The human brain needs downtime to process information and store memories, so you can … Continue reading

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