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Mindful Living

Under the Influence: How Social Media Influences Your Daily Life [Infographic]

For many of you, the first thing you do in the morning is to reach for your phone. In the evening, you may seem to do the same. It’s hard not to look at social media, check your email, or get wrapped up in work projects when you have everything Read more…

By Kayla Montgomery, 2 weeks4 days ago
Benefits of smiling
Mindful Living

11 Science-Backed Benefits of Smiling [Infographic]

“A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.” ~ William Arthur Ward Did you know that smiling and laughter have the power to relieve anxiety, boost our mood, and help strengthen relationships? Many studies have shown that a smile is all we need to contribute to a happy and Read more…

By Corey Doane, 2 weeks2 weeks ago
Mindful Living

Ever Present: Ways to Build a Mindful Writing Practice

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” ~ Maya Angelou With 24/7 news channels and smartphones beeping every ten seconds in our pockets, we live in a world of distractions. Bombarded by news, tethered to work, it’s harder than ever to find a moment of Read more…

By Katherine Rundell, 3 months3 months ago
emotional awareness
Mindful Living Mindfulness for Spiritual Seekers

Raise Your Emotional Awareness for More Peace and Happiness

By Charles A. Francis “When a man is prey to his emotions, he is not his own master.” ~ Benedict de Spinoza Do you ever wish you could understand your emotions better? Most of us do. However, those who have good emotional awareness are few. Many of us live our Read more…

By Charles Francis, 11 months3 weeks ago
Mindful Living

How Mindfulness Can Help Protect You from the Coronavirus

By Charles A. Francis “I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” ~ Maya Angelou The recent coronavirus outbreak has everyone on edge. Many of us and our loved ones are at high risk of getting seriously ill. And our efforts Read more…

By Charles Francis, 12 months3 weeks ago
Mindful aging
Mindful Living

How Mindfulness Protects You as You Get Older [Infographic]

As we know, mindfulness is a therapeutic tool that allows people of all ages to overcome daily stress. Now, new research reveals that mindfulness can be especially beneficial for older adults. A New Attitude toward Ageing In recent years, researchers have examined how mindfulness can benefit older adults. This has Read more…

By Charles Francis, 1 year3 weeks ago
present moment
Mindful Living Mindfulness for Spiritual Seekers

How to Be Happy by Living in the Present Moment

By Charles A. Francis “Life is available only in the present moment.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh If you’ve read any books on meditation or spirituality, you’ve probably noticed that a common theme in most of them is the concept of living in the present moment. They usually describe the benefits Read more…

By Charles Francis, 1 year3 weeks ago
Mindful Living

How Meditation Can Help You Recover from a Brain Injury

Recovery from a brain injury is so much more than just physical. It involves dealing with flashes of your old life that seem to haunt you long after you’ve accepted the new. This is one reason why recovery must originate in the mind. Meditation isn’t a cure-all, but it can Read more…

By Robert Hamparyan, 1 year3 weeks ago
Divide and conquer
Mindful Living

Divide (Literally) and Mindfully Conquer

When I was 14 years old my mother suggested that I reorganize our utility closet. Even at that tender age, I realized that this tiny little room would never stay organized unless I had some way to divide and permanently separate items. The room was about five-by-five feet with no Read more…

By Jeff Davidson, 1 year3 weeks ago
Mindful Living Mindfulness for Spiritual Seekers

Teach Your Child Important Life Skills Through Family Meditation

By Katlyn Lerner The practice of meditation is becoming more prevalent in the United States, with 14.2% of adults using this type of mind and body practice as a complementary health approach when dealing with various medical problems and mental health issues. More children are learning mindfulness meditation as well, Read more…

By Katlyn Lerner, 2 years3 weeks ago
New Online Mindfulness Meditation Meeting (FREE)

Come join us every Tuesday 7:00 – 8:30 pm for an evening of peace, fellowship, and great discussion.

Format: topic discussion, followed by guided meditation

For details, click here.

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