Hey there! We are Teresa McKee and Melissa Sims, your hosts of A Mindful Moment. Our podcast is here to help you practice a more mindful life and enjoy the many benefits of mindfulness! At a time when change is constant and we are pulled in too many directions, our mental health needs some love. We need a way to stay present to life and to increase our ability to remain calm, think clearly and maintain our well-being. We chat with each other about our failures and successes in mindfulness, w ...
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Guided Meditation for Sleeping Well
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A wonderfully relaxing meditation to help you sleep well. Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put faces to the voices! See you there! For more mindful content: https://work2livewell.org Connect Socially: Facebook Group Instagram YouTube Channel Donat…
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We are EXHAUSTED. Listen in as we talk about how important sleep is, and some of the myths surrounding how much sleep we actually need. Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put faces to the voices! See you there! For more mindful content: https://work…
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Meditation to Create Calmness
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As we head into a typically stressful time of year, let's take a moment together to cultivate some calm in our day. Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put faces to the voices! See you there! For more mindful content: https://work2livewell.org Connec…
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Are Your Holidays More Stress Than Enjoyment?
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There is so much pressure surrounding the holidays, from social and financial strain to keeping up traditions that may not actually be bringing you joy. Why are we clinging so tightly to them? Maybe it's time to reevaluate what actually makes you happy during this season. Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcast…
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Meditation for Cultivating Gratitude
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If you are having trouble with cultivating gratitude, this is a great meditation to help you get started! Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative coloring book, pencils, stickers...all sorts of fun goodies! Here's how to enter: 1. SUBSCRIBE! 2. Make sure you are following us on Instagram or TikTok 3. COMMENT 'MINDFUL' BELOW…
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A True Practice of Gratitude
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The studies on gratitude are immense and the benefits are undeniable. So how can we incorporate a practice of gratitude in our lives...not just at the holiday dinner table? Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative coloring book, pencils, stickers...all sorts of fun goodies! Here's how to enter: 1. SUBSCRIBE! 2. Make sure you…
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Guided Meditation to Support You Through Grief and Loss
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Grief and Loss are a nomal part of the human experience, but that doesn't mean it is easy. This 12-minute meditation can help support you as you navigate the process. ____________________ Do you want to enter our Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? It includes a meditative coloring book, pencils, stickers...all sorts of fun goodies! Here's how to enter: 1. S…
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Getting Through Grief
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Grief is a different emotion than sadness, and it's important that we know the differences. It is not a one-size-fits-all process and everyone's journey will be different. Listen in as we talk about our own journeys with grief, and how mindfulness has helped us. Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative coloring book, pencils…
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Guided Meditation for Navigating Political Divisiveness
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We are all aware of the divisiveness going on right now in the US over politics. It's pretty inescapable, so here is a great 15-minute meditation to help you navigate political divisiveness. Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative coloring book, pencils, stickers...all sorts of fun goodies! Here's how to enter: 1. SUBSCRIBE…
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Are Politics Causing You Anxiety? Here's What You Can Do.
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FOR THE LOVE OF POLITICS, WE ALL NEED TO CALM DOWN! In all seriousness, having anxiety about the upcoming US Election is common. Fear is a normal reaction, especially with the evidence of the past. But...and it's a big BUT: we have no idea what is going to happen. NONE. So worrying about the what-ifs, and making up stories about what could happen w…
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Guided Meditation for Accepting Different Beliefs and Practices
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At a time when divisiveness and bias is at an all-time high, maybe we could all use a little acceptance. This meditation is just under 11 minutes and will allow you to create space for acceptance. Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative coloring book, pencils, stickers...all sorts of fun goodies! Here's how to enter: 1. SUB…
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Is Mindfulness Misappropriated?
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There's some debate over whether the state of mindfulness practices in the US are being misappropriated and offending some sectors of religion. Where did it come from? Why is it practiced the way it is here in the US? Who started it? We answer these questions in this week's episode! Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative c…
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Guided Walking Meditation
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Yes, you can walk and meditate at the same time! As promised in our last episode about moving meditations, here is a great way to not only get in some movement, but also feed your soul at the same time. A walking meditation is simply noticing every single thing around you during your walk, taking in the sensations and being completely aware. Give i…
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Using Movement to Meditate
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Not all forms of meditation are sitting still in quietness. In fact, some forms of meditation can be through movement, like yoga, tai chi, qi gong, and yes, even dance! Listen in as we talk about what we've tried, what we would like to try, and let us know what YOU try! Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative coloring book,…
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Meditation for Mindful Parenting
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We know how hard it is to be a parent, let alone a mindful one. Life is busy, work is hectic, kids are chaotic; and the last thing we have time for is mindfulness...right? Maybe this meditation will help you see otherwise. Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? We have a meditative coloring book, pencils, stickers...all sorts of fun goodies! H…
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Parenting Has Become Harder
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Parenting has always been a stressful job. But with the advances in technology, education, and just about everything else, it has become exponentially more difficult. How can mindfulness help you be a better parent? Find out. Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? Here's how to enter: 1. SUBSCRIBE! 2. Make sure you are following us on Instagra…
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Guided Meditation for Working with Addiction
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Brief meditation to support you when dealing with addiction. Addiction comes in many forms - substance, behavioral, etc. Mindfulness isn't a stand-alone treatment, but can certainly support you through it. *Disclaimer: we are not addiction recovery specialists. The methods we discuss in this podcast are a form of support to be combined with profess…
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Navigating Addiction with the Support of Mindfulness
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Is it addiction? Is it habit? Teresa and Melissa talk about it, get honest and discuss how meditation and mindfulness can help. Addiction comes in many forms - substance, behavioral, etc. Mindfulness isn't a stand-alone treatment, but can certainly support you through it. *Disclaimer: we are not addiction recovery specialists. The methods we discus…
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Guided Meditation for Easing Boredom
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Easing boredom takes conscious effort so we don't turn to harmful habits to lessen the discomfort. This brief 8-minute meditation will help you understand that boredom can be good for you! Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? Here's how to enter: 1. Make sure you are following us on Instagram or TikTok 2. Head over to our website and join ou…
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The Upside to Boredom
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Boredom can be a good thing...we promise! This is when our minds can open up to creativity and find peace. So instead of reaching for the remote, or the device, try some of these tips instead. Want to enter the Mindfulness Kit Giveaway? Here's how to enter: 1. Make sure you are following us on Instagram or TikTok 2. Head over to our website and joi…
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A Guided Meditation for Failing Mindfully
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Accepting failure is difficult for many of us. Here is a brief, 8-minute meditation to help you through it! Join our Facebook Group! We want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amindfulmomentcommunity/ Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTu…
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The Learning Part of Failure
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If we can learn in the process of failing, is it really failing? Listen in as we talk about why we are so afraid of failure, and what we can change moving forward. Join us in the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amindfulmomentcommunity/ Do you like our content? Please s…
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Insight Meditation to Calm Intrusive Thoughts
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This meditation is to help you quiet your thoughts, especially when they become intrusive. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amindfulmomentcommunity/ Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episo…
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Embracing Mindful Inquiry
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Have you ever been driving down the road, or doing dishes, or folding laundry, and suddenly a strange, out of character thought pops in to your head? It’s totally normal and happens to all of us. Sometimes those thoughts can be a bit disturbing - so much so that you’d never repeat it out loud. Again, totally normal. But when our thoughts become suc…
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Guided Meditation to Reduce Pain
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In our last episode, we talked about chronic pain and how mindfulness can help us cope with it. In this guided meditation, Teresa will help you find ways to reduce pain. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amindfulmomentcommunity/ Do you like our co…
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Managing Chronic Pain with Mindfulness and Meditation
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Chronic pain is no joke, and both of us have some experience with it. From arthritis, to cancers, to auto-immune diseases, millions of people are suffering daily. But can mindfulness really help? It can, but likely not without other forms of therapy, whether that is a physical therapy or something prescribed by a doctor. Listen in as we talk about …
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Mindfulness Meditation for Reducing Financial Stress
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Let's face it, finances can be stressful. But they don't have to overwhelm your thoughts. Join us for a brief meditation to help you reduce your financial stress. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amindfulmomentcommunity/ Do you like our content? …
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Financial Stress and What You Can Do About It
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Ok, can someone clear this up for us? Is the economy going well? Inflation? Good/bad? Too much conflicting info out there but one thing is for sure: we are all feeling the squeeze! Money can be stressful, but mindfulness can really help! Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https:/…
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Guided Visualization for Conscious Decision Making
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Remember that by aligning your actions with the greater good, you can create a ripple effect of positive change that extends far beyond yourself. Trust in your ability to make choices that contribute to a more compassionate, harmonious, and interconnected world. Join us for a brief visualization on conscious decision making! Here is the link to the…
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One Simple Thing Can Help Climate Change
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Yes, climate change is real. It is a human issue - not a political one. Sadly, there really isn't a lot we can do about huge corporations and what they do to the climate, but we CAN help. In this episode we talk about microplastics, or PFAS, and how we are all impacted and contributing to the problem. We talk about it can feel really overwhelming a…
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Guided Meditation for Strengthening Relationships
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Join us for a brief meditation to help you strengthen your relationships. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amindfulmomentcommunity/ Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube…
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Strengthening Relationships with Mindfulness
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Relationships are at the very heart of our existence, so why are many of us so bad at nurturing them? Communication is key, and learning to use mindfulness is the path to stronger, more meaningful relationships. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/a…
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10 Minute Meditation on Improving Your Mental Well-Being
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Sometimes we just don't know what to do to improve our mental well-being, but meditation can help! If you are suffering from a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia or trauma, please seek a doctor's advice before meditating. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect wit…
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Minding Our Mental Health
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and in this episode we dive into what mindfulness can and cannot do for mental illness. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amindfulmomentcommunity/ Do you like our content? Please subscribe today! Do you love wa…
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Guided Meditation for Aging Mindfully
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Aging, as we spoke about last week, is natural and could be a beautiful part of life if we could look at it that way. Here's a 10-minute meditation to help you see the positive aspect of getting older. Listen to last week's episode. Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://www.…
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It's amazing: we've reached our 300th episode! Thank you for supporting us! We have some pretty entertaining discussion on aging in this episode, from two generational perspectives. We also visit the touchy topic of Biden and Trump being too old to be running for president, and what society has convinced us the definition of "old" is. Ageism is rea…
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Guided Visualization for Inspiring Awe
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Sometimes...well, most of the time, life can seem pretty underwhelming. It could be so much different, though! We just need to remember how much there is around us that is truly awe-inspiring. Invoking awe can not only awaken the senses, but open your mind up to the beauty that surrounds you daily. So instead of being underwhelmed, prepare to be aw…
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What Can the Solar Eclipse Teach Us?
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If you were one of the millions watching the eclipse this week, chances are you felt it. That thing that connects us all. Listen in as we talk about the reasons behind it. We also talk about creating a community with you, our listeners! Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://…
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Guided Meditation: Learning from Difficult Conversations
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Somehow, divisiveness and polarity have become the norm, but mindfulness can help us shift our mindset and return to civil discourse and mutual respect. Teresa will guide you through this meditation to help prepare for a conversation with someone you disagree with. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on Yo…
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Disagreeing Mindfully
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You know, it actually IS possible to disagree with each other and still respect opinions. We've just lost the art of communicating and expressing ideas without putting others' down. Listen in as we talk about (gasp!) politics and we handle differing ideas. (Hint...it's all about learning!) Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We h…
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Guided Meditation: Cultivating Response Over Reaction
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Join us for a brief guided meditation to help you learn to respond rather than react. Reactions are usually the reason for arguments and confrontation. If we can learn to pause and consider a response, we are much more likely to have a healthy conversation instead of a detrimental argument. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We …
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Responding vs. Reacting
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Much of what is going wrong in the world today can be attributed to the human brain's propensity to REACT instead of mindfully RESPONDING. Hear about how we have reacted in the past with awful results, and how you can start learning to respond. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would li…
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Guided Meditation: Savoring
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Last week, we talked about approaching our eating habits more mindfully. This week, we have a guided meditation for you on the mindful practice of "savoring." Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https://amindf…
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A Mindful Approach to Food
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How are those New Year Resolutions going? Yeah, us too. Did you know 71% of people in the US are either overweight or obese? That's insane! A better alternative to the yo-yo diets and crazy bingeing is mindful eating. Listen in as we talk about our own weaknesses and how mindful eating can help! Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts…
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Guided Meditation: Release and Renewal for Overcoming Dread
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After our last Elmo episode, we want to make sure you have tools to help you overcome dread. Follow along with this brief 10-minute meditation. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https://amindfulmoment.com ht…
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If you saw the reaction to Elmo asking the world "How are you all doing today?" then you know...we are apparently not ok! Listen in as we chat about it! Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https://amindfulmome…
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Guided Meditation: Easing Fear of Societal Change
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Don't Freak Out Over AI
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There's plenty of reason to be concerned with AI, but freaking out about it "taking over the world" is not the best way to deal with it. In this episode, Teresa and Melissa talk about what freaks them out about AI, and how they try to use it mindfully. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you …
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Guided Meditation: Unleashing Your Creative Flow
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Creativity has been shown to increase happiness, reduce anxiety, and boost performance. So what do we do if we are feeling ZERO creative juices flowing??? Here's a great meditation to help you unblock the flow of creativity. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to …
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Creativity and Mindfulness
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How does creativity tie into mindfulness? When we are creative, we open up parts of our brains that we don't use consistently. This allows us to let go of distraction and create much needed space in our minds. But what do you do when you're feeling blocked creatively? Tune in and find out! Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We h…
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