by DrJoyce | May 14, 2019 | Blog
Mindful parenting isn’t just a positive catchphrase. Children who experience this form of parent have distinct advantages like avoiding depression, anxiety, acting out, and drug use. In fact, a University of Vermont study looked at how mindful and positive parenting...
by DrJoyce | May 13, 2019 | Blog
Heavy television users report feeling less happy and more anxious than light user of television. When you wean back on your television consumption, you are also compelled to be more mindful about what you do watch. Some television is engaging and educational, but the...
by DrJoyce | May 12, 2019 | Blog
Handwork is any kind of work or hobby that involves using your hands and some level of concentration. A few examples of handwork might be knitting, needlework, embroidery, weaving, crochet, beading, origami, mosaic art, wirework, whittling, soap carving, quilting,...
by DrJoyce | May 10, 2019 | Blog
These days coloring is not just for kids. Adult coloring has shown to have many therapeutic benefits. For mindfulness specifically, adult coloring has two main benefits: Firstly, adult coloring gives us a some relief from tension, anxiety and stress. This means it...
by DrJoyce | May 9, 2019 | Blog
Instead of just “getting the job done,” you can ritualize your tasks, transforming them from menial dreaded chores to sacred moments of love and attention. Says Zen teacher and writer Karen Maezen Miller, “Your own attention is what spiritualizes things. Attention to...
by DrJoyce | May 9, 2019 | Blog
Not many people savor the effort of washing dishes, especially doing them by hand without a dishwasher. However, dishwashing is a mindfulness habit that is far underrated. In fact, a recent study showed that washing dishes can significantly lower stress levels if the...
