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How to Start Mindfulness Journaling

October 4, 2023
What is Mindfulness Journaling? Mindfulness journaling may sound like a weird mash-up of two self-help buzzwords, but it's actually a very helpful practice you can start today! It's a little different from regular journaling. In regular journaling, you might try remembering every detail of your day. You may analyze your feelings....
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How to Practice a Loving-Kindness Meditation

July 25, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist.        Keeping kindness in the forefront of our minds can be challenging. Yet, it’s increasingly important for our emotional and mental health. “There is a lot of hate, division, and anger around us these...
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10 Ways to Increase Your Happiness

April 27, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Jack Hinrichs, LMFT, Outpatient Therapist.  Everyone wants to be healthy and happy, right? But how do we get there? According to research, there are certain ways to increase our happiness based on the habits that happy people implement.   Keep reading to explore...
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8 Mindfulness Practices to Reduce Stress

September 10, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Lisa Dee, LMFT, Clinic Site Director, DBT Team Lead, Certified DBT Clinician.   What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a way of connecting to the present moment through the awareness of our surroundings, thoughts, and sensations. Throughout our day, our minds are constantly thinking about the past or future. The...
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3 Ways Meditation Helps Your Mental Health

June 11, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Holly Oachs, MA, Outpatient Therapist.   Meditation is an ancient practice of cultivating inner peace. People have been meditating for thousands of years to cope with stress and train their attention. Meditation can be different for everyone depending on your journey and what works best...
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