Yoga helps build strength and flexibility, but it also helps cultivate a sound and healthy mind. With Thanksgiving coming up, try building your practice around feelings of joy and thankfulness. Below is a yoga flow to inspire gratitude in your everyday life.
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How to Manage and Get Over Analysis Paralysis
“Progress, not perfection,” I remember hearing this in the Denzel Washington film, “The Equalizer.” It has stuck with me since and, while the thought is comforting, it is actually very hard for me to digest.
You see, I grew up a perfectionist. I’m still a bit of a perfectionist now. I am diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and, for me, things always have to be aligned, uniform, even-numbered or divisible by two, and precise.
Anything less or more is unacceptable. So unacceptable, in fact, that it stresses me out and the stress manifests physically, either as hives or as swelling (sometimes red and itchy) or as an upset stomach or hyperacidity.
It sometimes feels like my brain is its own enemy, and this is most evident when I go through analysis paralysis. I can only liken the feeling to being petrified as it is demonstrated in “Harry Potter” where one turns into stone, unable to move.
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Printable Gratitude Cards for Any Occasion
Gratitude is defined as “the quality of being thankful”. Spreading and sharing gratitude is one of the best ways to boost your own and someone else’s mood! In fact, gratitude has been proven to improve physical and psychological health — leading you to feel your best.
There are a handful of ways to working gratitude into your daily life. One of the simplest ways is to shine a quick smile — no matter if you are with or without people this simple gratitude action boosts your mood. Another way to practice gratitude includes giving thanks. Wonderfully, FTD has created printable gratitude cards that you may use for any occasion. Whether you want to show how grateful you are for your boss or show your little ones some love — you may find a gratitude card and message that speaks to you here. [Read more…] about Printable Gratitude Cards for Any Occasion
