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Understanding the Role That Cultivating Mindfulness Plays In Improving Teen Mental Health

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Mindfulness is a proven strategy that anyone can use to improve their mental health. While public awareness of the benefits of mindfulness therapy has been raised, people still have many questions about how focusing on the moment helps someone cope with mental health issues such as depression and addiction. Understanding how mindfulness works to improve mental health allows you to make the best choices regarding treatment options for your teenager.

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Originally posted on July 20, 2017 @ 8:30 am

Three Simple Ways to Achieve a Zen State of Mind

Mental Health, Mind, Spirit, Spirituality

A lot of rituals and traditions from Eastern cultures are designed to help humans achieve a state of peace and awareness in the present moment. This state is familiarly known as Zen or a Zen state of mind. It may seem like an easy thing to do – to be peaceful in the present moment, regardless of the situation – but it can be very challenging.

This is why a lot of rituals and traditions are there to help. These rituals are very common and easy to follow. Behind the simple rituals, however, there are enlightenments waiting to be discovered. [Read more…] about Three Simple Ways to Achieve a Zen State of Mind

Originally posted on May 18, 2017 @ 3:36 am

How to Practice Mindfulness & Reduce Anxiety

Mental Health, Mind, Mindfulness

Approximately 40 million American adults – ages 18 to 54 – suffer from anxiety disorders. That’s about 18 percent of the adult population. A number that just cannot be ignored.

And we have to bear in mind that this number only includes diagnosed cases. There might very well be just as many people who haven’t been diagnosed but suffer from one sort of anxiety disorder or another. [Read more…] about How to Practice Mindfulness & Reduce Anxiety

Originally posted on May 12, 2017 @ 8:30 am

How to Practice Mindfulness in Online Dating

Life, Mind, Mindfulness, Relationships

Online dating has become a widespread activity among men and women. But just like in the traditional dating styles, there are principles of behavior to live by, if you want to find a decent partner worthy of your love and respect.

Men, especially, are not very mindful of how they present themselves to women and repeat the same actions that turn off the opposite sex. Women, on the other hand, have become more discerning and can filter out the misfits and creeps among the lot.

Mindfulness in online dating sounds contradictory. The goal of finding someone you can hit it off with lead to people lying about their physical attributes, skills, interests and a lot more. Here are tips for men to practice mindfulness when you sign up in the real dating sites.

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Create a mindful online dating profile.

Be honest when creating your profile. You want to have a profile that will stand out without laying every bit of information on the internet. Make your profile interesting to catch the right kind of attention and women. But be mindful of your online security and don’t reveal too much about yourself that could put you at risk.

Keep your description truthful and specific, and avoid the clichés. When you show your hobbies and interests in a forthright but appealing manner, you will invite the right connection and retain enough mystery to hold their curiosity.

Upload some pictures of yourself. Professor of Psychology Benjamin Le of Haverford College agrees that physical attraction is important for a potential relationship to move to the next level. And with online dating, that primary attraction starts with pictures.

A too common mistake for both sexes is posting photos of themselves in their much younger years, minus the beer bellies and wrinkles that are now conspicuous in person. Or pictures that have been photoshopped to the point of being unrecognizable from the real you.

Don’t overcrowd your account with too many pictures of yourself in different poses, attires and occasions. It will give out the impression of superficiality and shallowness. A few good quality images should be sufficient to give women a peek into your personality. Avoid pictures that show you half-clad, unless you’re really a model for men’s underwear. Mindfulness is depth of character and does not unduly depend on physical attributes.

Be friendly without being overly familiar.

Be nice but don’t cross the line. In online or traditional dating, being friendly puts the other person at ease. But overdoing it can be irritating. Listen to her with genuine interest. She is talking to a complete stranger she hasn’t met face to face.

Say something nice about her profile and ask about things that she has already mentioned, like her hobbies. If she likes books, ask her about her favorite authors. Or certain foods if she’s into culinary arts. Don’t probe into her personal life unless she opens up first, as it could be unsettling and make her uncomfortable. Strike a balance by showing sincere interest but not prying too deeply.

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If she asks about you, take the time to form an answer that won’t make you come out as a know-it-all. Be humble. Have a sense of humor but don’t make fun of anything at her expense.

If you sign up on a dating site in USA, imagine going into a bar and striking up a conversation with a random person. The same rules of behavior apply. Mindfulness in online dating is being aware of the other person, listening to what she’s saying and understanding her. Instead of trying to think up smart and witty things to say, focus on her and be authentic about it.

Follow these tips and you will find that online dating done properly can lead to a lasting and happy relationship.

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Originally posted on April 25, 2017 @ 12:15 pm

Using Mindfulness as a Tool for Relapse Prevention

Mind, Mindfulness

Mindfulness and meditation are often touted as the path to inner peace, but is such a thing truly possible? Establishing healthy habits is difficult at the best of times, so the thought of starting a meditation practice while your life is in turmoil may seem like a waste of precious energy at best—and an insurmountable challenge at worst.

Mindfulness sounds like the practice of someone who already has their life in order: someone who drinks kale smoothies and can do a forearm stand in hot yoga; someone who has the additional time and desire to pursue such flighty endeavors. It may seem almost impossible for someone already facing the challenges that come with recovering from addiction. [Read more…] about Using Mindfulness as a Tool for Relapse Prevention

Originally posted on April 19, 2017 @ 9:00 am

Best Habits to Maintain While in College

Inspiration, Mindfulness

For many, going to college is a large milestone in life. Whether you are attending a rigorous program such as or you are likewise going to a competitive engineering program at UCSD, there are many stressors that can make college life difficult. These are some of the best habits you can maintain for a happier and healthier life while in college.

Form a Bond with a Mentor

When you enter college, it is an excellent opportunity to bond with someone who will help you through your college career, and even help give you direction in your future. If you go to a smaller school where professors are accessible, seek the mentorship of a professor or an older TA. Club leaders, managers, and coaches can also become excellent mentors throughout your college career. A good mentor is someone who wants to see you become successful. He or she is someone who has time to speak with you about your passions, give you advice in academics and in life, and guide you in the direction of your career and personal success. He or she may even become a colleague as you advance in your academics and life beyond the classroom. [Read more…] about Best Habits to Maintain While in College

Originally posted on March 27, 2017 @ 4:46 am