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Stress Primer 101
Happy Monday! I have spent a lot of time over the past couple of weeks discussing how to manage your holiday stress. But I thought it would be good to have a stress primer about stress in general. Don’t worry – I have another post planned that looks at mindfulness and stress coming up soon. Stress and the Body Due to the hectic pace of modern life, it has become increasingly difficult to avoid stressful situations in and out of the home. Common sources of stress include financial hardships, issues at work, unsuccessful relationships, and familial obligations. Individuals from all stages of life experience stress to varying degrees. However, while…
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17 Simple Ways to Practice Holiday Self-Care
[disclosure] I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and found everything they wanted on Black Friday! The holidays are now in full swing. I love this time of year – family, friends, food, and everything! Especially the cookies…yum! With all the things we have to do during this season, it’s easy to let self-care slip down the priority list. There’s not a lot of time or energy to devote to yourself. And before you know it, you’re stressed, exhausted, and maybe even sick. Time to take back control and schedule some self-care. The good news is that self-care doesn’t need to be expensive massages or yoga retreats (although they…
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Self-Care: Hygge for the Fall
[disclosure] It’s Friday again! Obviously, it’s fall because the days are flying, aren’t they? If you have been reading about being cozier during the fall season and practicing self-care, you have probably come across the term hygge. Pronounced hoo-gah, hygge is a practice that Danish people do in order to enjoy more in their life. It is all about creating a comfortable, cozy environment, relaxing, and living more simply and with a lot of positivity in your life. Here are some hygge activities you can practice during the fall season. Focus on Having Comfort in Your Home Hygge is all about being happy, comfortable, and positive. Try to make…
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Find a New Fall Morning Routine
[disclosure] It’s almost fall, ya’ll! Fall is all about getting comfortable, cozying up in front of the fire, and being grateful for everything in your life. And football too…let’s not forget! Fall can also be a great time to adjust your morning routine. This can help you have healthier days, improve your mental health, and set you up for more focused and productive days. Here are a few suggestions on how to create a new routine for fall. Add a Morning Workout Practicing self-care is more than just doing things to pamper yourself – it also means making healthier choices. Becoming healthier physically is wonderful for your emotional and…
