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Image zoom Credit: Emma Darvick Three years ago, I was sitting in on my 4-year-olds therapy session, trying to stay out of the way. "Pretend youre holding lemons and squeeze your hands as tight as you can," the therapist instructed. My daughter scrunched up her face and fists. "Now open your hands and shake all the juice out!" They both danced around the office and we all giggled. "Do you see how much calmer your body...

While it would be great to have your toes in the sand on a peaceful beach, or be perched up on a mountainside with incredible views while you meditate and relax your mind, that can’t always be the case for those who have busy lives filled with meetings, kids and mountains of laundry to do.

COVID malaise, and more COVID-19 coping tips from the trenches 30 Shares I write this now as both a time capsule and a vision of hope at the bitter end of 2020. At this point, a COVID-19 vaccine (the vision of hope) has been developed by several companies but has not yet received widespread distribution. Realistically, I know we are in for more quarantines, social distancing, and mask-wearing for at least another 9 to 12 months (sorry!). My clinical work in psychiatry has gotten busier and more...

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My New Orleans 01/08/2021   For years, my “things to try” list has included attending a yoga and meditation retreat. Countless times I’ve found myself perusing the retreat schedule at Flowering Lotus Meditation Center in Magnolia, Mississippi, ultimately unable to make it work with my vacation time or off days. Then of course the pandemic hit, eliminating my chance to participate in an in-person retreat for the foreseeable future. Dashed were the visions of dharma talks and vegan temple ...

3 free ways to feel better right now CNET 1/7/2021 Rick Broida © Provided by CNET This might be the day that finally gets you to try meditating. Fortunately, there are lots of free tools at your disposal. Angela Lang/CNET Sigh. Rough day. I cant muster my usual enthusiasm for wireless earbuds, cheap TVs and the like. And because I cant give each and every one of you the big hug Id like to, Ill instead offer some ideas for chasing away the stress were all feeling. 1. Take a ...

Why ‘Intentions’ Might Be Better for Your Mental Health Than New Year’s Resolutions Betsey OBrien © The Mighty photo of woman on shoreline looking out to sea at sunrise January is the time we encourage ourselves to set goals for the year ahead. Usually, that’s a very positive activity that gives us a chance to look forward with hope and savor the possibilities that lie ahead. But what seems like a natural exercise for many people might feel quite different for someone...

The 15 Best Meditation Apps, According to People Who Actually Meditate Anna Borges © Getty Images If you want to start meditating, you’re in the right place. Some of the best meditation apps out there are designed specifically to show beginners the ropes — and stick with them as they graduate into more advanced meditators. Experts often recommend apps for beginners who have no idea where to start with meditation because they provide guided instruction to show you exactly w...

From relationships to relocating — here’s how to make 2021 your best year yet! Helen Wilson-Beevers Wondering where to begin with New Year’s resolutions after a life-altering 2020? You’re not the only one – 56% of women say their general wellbeing suffered last year and a further 42% confessed to feeling lonely. 12 From relationships to relocating and confidence tips here’s how to get 2021 off to the best startCredit: Getty Images And thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, lockdown and...

At  The Beet, our editors are always trying out new, innovative plant-based products in order to give our readers the best possible recommendations for how to enjoy the plant-based lifestyle. This year, in particular, has provided us tons of time to discover new products, recipes, and create new healthy habits, as more innovative plant-based and meatless or dairy-free versions of our favorite foods have hit the market. For our year-end roundup, we wanted to share with you our absolute favo...