Meditation seems to be going through a resurgence in popularity currently, but it has been practiced for hundreds of years. Meditation trains the mind, just like working out trains the body. While mindfulness meditation is perhaps the most well-known type of meditation today, concentration meditation is another popular form. Are […]
Growing up, summer reading means a list full of books from your teacher, many trips to the library and small prizes for reading a certain number of books. As an adult, it can be difficult to fit reading into an already-packed schedule. However, picking up a book has many real […]
When you were little, you probably wrote down your thoughts, dreams and ideas in a small journal. Whether they are used to help keep track of plot points in books or to express heartbreak, journals are excellent ways to boost your personal happiness. Through keeping a journal, I’ve learned these […]
Did you know that you have a direct effect on your mental well-being every day? While there are many outside forces that can make you happy or sad, there are many small habits you can incorporate into your daily routine to dramatically improve your happiness. Here are some of the […]
Mindfulness is the idea of paying attention to and staying focused on what is going on at the moment in order to reduce stress and enjoy life. So what can we do to stay mindful. One thing that I try to do when things start to bother me is determine […]
Lately I’ve been very busy. Busy building a business, maintaining two jobs, spending time with family, spending time with friends and staying on top of my responsibilities. One thing that I notice when I become this busy is that my mind tends to race a lot. I become concerned about […]
