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The Art of Breathing: Unveiling the Essence of Your Presence
Take a moment.
Just notice your breath.
How are you breathing?
The simple act of observing your breath holds incredible significance in our lives. Breathing not only sustains our physical existence...
Introducing Mindfulness to Your Kids: Simple Practices for a More Peaceful Household
“The power of mindfulness is not limited to adults.” says Stacy K. Fritz, Principal Owner at FIT2order, LLC. “When we introduce this practice to our kids, we give them a valuable tool for navigating t...
What No One Tells YOU About Stress
Stress affects us all. You may notice symptoms of stress when disciplining your kids, during busy times at work, or when coping with a challenging relationship. Stress is everywhere. And while a littl...
The Breath...
Remember when Glinda, the Good Witch of the North tells Dorothy, in the Wizard of Oz...
“You've had it all along” at the end of her journey in Oz, as she is trying to get back home?
The same is true...
Take Care of Your Most Important Muscle: Your Heart!
[Your Heart]
It beats about 115,000 times a day; it pumps about 2,000 gallons of blood every day; it’s about the size of your fist; and it can continue beating even when it’s disconnected from the bo...
Mindfulness: How to Stress Less at Work
No matter what your occupation is—work can be a significant source of stress. Long hours, tight deadlines and difficult decisions can provoke ongoing anxiety. The American Institute of Stress reports ...
Need to Lose or Avoid a Second Round of the Quarantine-15?
Anecdotally, we are definitely seeing weight gain. You can put on 30 pounds really quickly—you can do it in three months. ~ Dr. John Morton, Yale New Haven Health System (1)
For many, the Quarantine ...
