In case you missed it in the last two blogs, here is the link to a FREE online Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course: https://palousemindfulness.com/ Two weeks ago we introduced you to Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (or MBSR), a thoroughly researched mindfulness program that originated out of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Last week we showed … Continue reading MBSR in Research: MRI Evidence to Support Mindfulness

Last week we discussed Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Here is the link to the online (and free) training program if you are interested in learning different strategies for implementing this practice into your own life: https://palousemindfulness.com/ For those of you who need more convincing... We get it! Mindfulness and meditation are hard to wrap your … Continue reading MBSR in Action: Worcester Fire Department

https://youtu.be/HbzK5Ek5Lb8 Check this video out for a great resource to help you reduce anxiety and increase happiness in 2019. You have the choice and the resources within you to make this year great. Just click on the video and get started! Don't forget! Learn about additional resources by checking out these resources! Subscribe to our … Continue reading Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

https://youtu.be/2TXSoh4q-DQ Juggling work, the Holidays, gathering presents, parties, school events, and getting ready for guests can get stressful. But what if you let that stress go? What if you slowed things down and spent your time on the things that matter? Share this reminder with someone you love. Don't forget! Learn about additional resources by … Continue reading Calm the Christmas Chaos

https://youtu.be/vlCrRc53Oi0 Ever wanted to reach out to help a friend but not really known what to say? Check out this video for 5 steps that will help you through that difficult conversation in order to help a friend who is really struggling. PLUS!!! Stick around to the end for 12 Texts to Help a Friend … Continue reading How to Help a Friend in Need

https://youtu.be/r_nUuod7m0M It's the last day of November, what?!! We hope that Thanksgiving week treated you right and that you had the chance to enjoy time with your people. Now we find ourselves in the thick of the holiday season. Things may feel a little crazy and overwhelming at times. This is a great time for … Continue reading Should I Reach Out?

Take 5 Minutes to Find Gratitude https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GO_9MV2xj_Q&w=560&h=315 Happy Black-Friday! Whether you're braving the crowds or staying cozy at home, we hope this video finds you enjoying time with the people in your life. Check out this video to help you reconnect with what truly makes you happy this holiday season. Download this week's freebie here … Continue reading 5-Minute Holiday Check-In

3 Physical Strategies for Addressing Trauma https://youtu.be/8h-eQ6sbzwA Welcome back! Erika here, and I am solo on the video blog this week. And I have to tell you that I am really excited about the topic...for two reasons. First, exercise has a huge impact on my own personal mental health and overall sanity! And recognizing that … Continue reading Trauma + Your Body

How to use habits to optimize your time and improve your well-being!https://youtu.be/2xXODEe6_tU Welcome back! This week's blog is all about habits. We will ask you to find the flexible times in your day, assess your overall quality (using a free & easy tool), and use that data to evaluate and tweak your daily habits. Check … Continue reading How Much Time Do You Really Have in a Day?