Go ahead and set some behavioral goals if you feel like it. But I’m not going to focus too much on those things for 2021…….For me, this year, it’s hard to think too much about doing when merely being in the world asks a lot of us.
Mindfulness During times of Stress
With all this talk about it - and some would say too much talk about it - you may find yourself wondering if the concept of mindfulness has been overdone, and what it even means at this point? At the risk of adding to the pile of materials on the topic, I’m writing about it today, because I think simple strategies for presence and self-care are essential during stressful times (like in a pandemic), and mindfulness fits the bill.
The Therapeutic Power of Breathing
Few things rival diaphragmatic breathing for its simplicity and therapeutic payoff. I’ve made a short video to share some of the health benefits of deep breathing with you, including how it helps us to move out of the stress response, aka “fight or flight,” and into the relaxation response. And I’ve included a short demonstration. Enjoy!
