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November 15, 2018
When NOT To Be Present in the Moment
Learning to be present in the moment is an admirable goal. When we’re fully focused on what is happening in the present moment, we feel gratitude for all we have right now and make better decisions. However, there are times when you should aspire not to be present in the moment. Letting your mind wander […]
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July 10, 2018
Overcome Self-Doubt and Perfectionism
Striving for excellence can lead to very satisfying achievements, but when is enough enough? Do you really need more money, more praise, more attention, or a greater sense of control? When does perfectionism start to diminish your joy and distract you from the reason you chose a goal in the first place? Would being less […]
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January 23, 2018
Nature Videos for Easing Stress and Aggression
Feeling angry and stressed out by what is going on in the world and your life? Simply watching nature videos might help. Research shows that inmates in a maximum security prison were less aggressive and violent after being allowed to view videos of natural scenes such as oceans, aquariums, and forests. Aggression and anger put […]
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January 9, 2018
The Secret to Why Your Behavior Is Inconsistent
Is your behavior inconsistent with your goals? If so, it could be keeping you from living the life you say you wish to lead. To change your story, explore the inconsistencies between how you say you want to act and how you actually behave. I often drive in Chicago traffic, and have noticed that the […]
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December 27, 2017
A Balance Between Battling Toxins and Building Immunity
Determined to live long and healthy lives, we go to war against germs and viruses that can jeopardize our health and well-being. But how often do we consider creating a balance between battling toxins and building immunity? To destroy biological invaders in your body, you might take antibiotics or other medications that can have strong […]
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December 12, 2017
Are You Experiencing an Anniversary Reaction?
A man finds he is irritable for no particular reason and suddenly realizes that it has been two years to the day since his divorce became final. A woman who lost her father to brain cancer gets a terrible headache on the anniversary of his death. A woman feels mildly depressed every year over the […]
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November 28, 2017
4 Ways to Change the Story of Your Health
It’s easy to become overwhelmed by all the conflicting information about what you ought to eat, how often you should exercise, and what to prioritize when it comes to your health. If you’re having health challenges, there are four key ways to let go of your confusion, bring in some clarity, and start to change […]
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November 14, 2017
Your Genes Don’t Have to Determine Your Health Story
Discovering that you have a “bad” gene might frighten or upset you, but you are the storyteller and you don’t have to live according to the dictates of a story written for you by your DNA, your past experiences and actions, or your cultural conditioning. There is much you can do to change the story […]
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October 30, 2017
Moving on from Losses
All Saints Day, Day of the Dead, and Halloween (derived from the European pagan holiday of Samhain) are all celebrations that reflect the human experience of having to accept losses, deaths, and endings as inevitable aspects of life. We can always take some comfort in knowing that endings lead to beginnings. At this time of […]
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October 16, 2017
Dance for Health, Dance for Healing
Dancing has many health benefits, from potentially preventing dementia to improving balance—and of course, it is a form of healthy aerobic exercise. It can even improve mood. Dance for health, by all means. But you might also dance to gain insights and energy for healing so you can write a new story about yourself, your […]
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