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Puzzles – A New Way to Solving  Problems

No matter your age, working on a puzzle can be extremely rewarding. From infancy until the elder years, puzzles can help build skills and prime our brains to keep functioning well. Continue reading Puzzles – A New Way to Solving  Problems

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Water

Water in its many forms is essential to our self care regimen. We need to consume enough to keep our mind and body in optimal function. Continue reading Water

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Grounding

Grounding is a coping strategy to focus your thoughts in the present. It is often used when experiencing high levels of stress as a result of past memories or fear of what’s to come. Continue reading Grounding

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Hug Often

From birth, humans are primed for physical touch and hugging is a great way to get it as it releases feel good hormones in your body. Hugging is a sign of caring for the other person and helps build relationships. Continue reading Hug Often

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Financial Self Care

Money is a huge stressor in life, and practicing financial self care can help mitigate the negative effects of financial stress. By making plans and having set goals for your financial future, you can nurture a healthy relationship with money. Continue reading Financial Self Care

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Gardening for Hope

Gardening became a pastime for many during the early stages of the pandemic, even those who never managed to keep anything alive prior to that. Why did this phenomenon have such a strong buy-in during times of isolation and continues today? Continue reading Gardening for Hope

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Walking

Walking is one of the best things you can do as part of your self care routine. By scheduling it into your daily routine, you are prioritizing your physical and mental health. Continue reading Walking

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Exercise, Beyond the Obvious

We’ve all heard that we need to exercise to maintain our health, but most people see this as a chore. Understanding the importance and benefits of different types of exercise will make it easier. Find a way that works for you and maintain quality of life for as long as possible. Continue reading Exercise, Beyond the Obvious

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Time for a Checkup

Visit your family doctor on a regular basis to ensure your body is healthy. If you have underlying medical conditions, all the more reason to ensure things are being maintained. Learning to get your health under control is essential for both your physical and mental well-being. Continue reading Time for a Checkup

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Oh no…PANIC ATTACK! 54321

Using your five senses, refocus your mind to engage in mindfulness. Incorporated with other strategies, you can learn to overcome paralyzing anxiety attacks. Continue reading Oh no…PANIC ATTACK! 54321

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