Category: Mind & Body
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Master Grounding and Centering Techniques for Difficult Conversations
This post is part of the Difficult Conversations series. Start from the beginning [here]. You are in the conversation now. You notice your heart racing. Are you becoming anxious? Defensive? angry? Do you feel like you’re about to start crying and it will be impossible to talk through the tears? Do you feel like your…
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Unlocking the Benefits of Meditation: A Beginner’s Journey
Meditation is widely praised, yet the author initially struggled to grasp its benefits. Through deeper exploration, they learned that meditation involves being a detached observer of thoughts and feelings, rather than trying to empty the mind. This perspective shift has brought newfound peace and improved their response to daily life challenges.
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Is it just mom brain? Or is it something else?
New mothers often experience overwhelming fatigue and “mom brain,” which may be linked to iron deficiency, affecting one in three women of reproductive age. Symptoms can include attention issues similar to ADHD. It’s essential to consider iron levels, especially for those with heavy periods or after childbirth, as deficiency can have broader effects beyond anemia.