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The Power of the Push-Up

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Have you ever felt like your mind is wandering and you can’t pay attention? Of course you have- we all have! Check out this quick and easy way to begin improving your focus RIGHT NOW!
We’ve all heard of the push-ups that you do to build physical strength. Let me now introduce you to the Mindfulness Push-Up….

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Creative Compassion:
Art Making as a Compassionate Practice

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Every time I sit down to make art, I get lost. In a good way. There is something about the experience of engaging in this creative act that immediately pulls me in. All thoughts fade away, and I am instantly immersed in the feel of the paint brush in my hand, the sound of the pencil as it moves, the movement of my body as I move the supplies, and of course the visual evolution of the image taking shape on the page. This sensory experience that is so much a part of creation brings me fully and completely to the present moment.

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The Gift of Connection

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Our friend Fran is back with another post from the care recipient’s perspective, this time about gift giving. It’s important to note that she’s talking about little, every day kindnesses, not high-value gifts like jewelry, cash, or cars  – those are a completely different story. Last Friday my home health aide/homemaker brought me coffee, as

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