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Release Stress and Claim Joy!
Stress is a common occurrence for many of us! The problem with stress is when it is chronic, overwhelming, or when we don’t have good stress management tools.
The mindfulness, resource-based movement practice of Open Floor International is one of the best ways, I know to release stress and allow the body to self-regulate.
Release Stress with Open Floor Moving Meditation
Stress is a common occurrence for many of us! Stress really is part of life. The problem with stress is when it is chronic, overwhelming, or when we don’t have good stress management tools.
The mindfulness, resource-based movement practice of Open Floor International is one of the best ways, I know to release stress and allow the body to self-regulate. Stress typically comes with muscle tension and physical body symptoms, so it makes sense to move your body to release stress, right?!
Why “Let’s Begin to Heal” in Relation to the Pandemic Won’t Work and 9 Practices That Will Help!
I keep hearing in relation to the pandemic, and especially in educational settings, let’s begin to heal, or let’s start the healing process. It strikes me as odd given that in the therapy world, it’s known that we are not able to heal trauma if we are still in it. And unfortunately, for us and our children, we are still in the pandemic. The uncertainty and loss of control continue as we do not know what is ahead?
Times have been tough. We all need each other more than ever. Our children are counting on us, watching us, learning how to navigate hard times. Here are 9 things to practice during this extended stressful time.
How To MANAGE STRESS + ALL THE THINGS ON YOUR PLATE BETTER!
In our culture, we have this attitude of MORE, BIGGER, BETTER and yet mental and physical health issues are at all-time highs, loneliness, dissatisfaction, and disconnection are commonplace. We are unwell as a cultural and I’m convinced part of the issue is our busyness and this MORE, BIGGER, BETTER attitude.
Do You Do This ONE Thing Under Times of Stress?
It’s wild as human beings that when we are under increased stress, we desert all the things we typically do to support ourselves such as exercising, eating well, connecting with friends and family, spending time in nature, getting enough sleep, etc. AND this is exactly opposite of what we should be doing!
6 WAYS TO MITIGATE ONGOING PANDEMIC STRESS
When the pandemic first hit, we were saying things like, “we’re all in this together, remember this is temporary, take one day at a time,” now zoom forward a year and a half and most folks are so over it! Done. Exhausted. Beyond caring! There has been some sense of reprieve and now cases are increasing. No one can guarantee an end date to this pandemic. To say the least, this extended time of stress, conflict, and uncertainty is taking its toll.
Here are some practical ways for you to take care of yourself and to mitigate the negative impact of ongoing stress.
Dear People Who Are Overwhelmed, Exhausted, and Stressed: ARE YOU USING THIS ONE SIMPLE TECHNIQUE ON THE REGULAR?
Many of us spend our days rushing from one task to the next, not really aware of what’s happening in our bodies. We function on autopilot. We probably don’t invest in exercise or self-care on a daily basis because we don’t have the time! Here’s a technique that can be done in literally a few seconds. Welcome “THE PAUSE.”
6 WAYS TO NAVIGATE PANDEMIC STRESS AND EXHAUSTION
When the pandemic first hit, we were saying things like, “we’re all in this together, remember this is temporary, take one day at a time,” now zoom forward several months and you get a lot of folks that are DONE! Depleted. Exhausted. So over it. And yet, no end in sight for the pandemic. To say the least, this extended time of stress and uncertainty is taking its toll! Here are some practical ways for you to keep navigating these rough times.