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Do We Need to Protect Our Brains from Social Media?

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The impact of social media on society is huge. The internet as a whole has changed our world.

We can now interact with other humans instantaneously, across the globe, sharing each moment of life with a few keystrokes and the click of a button.

This degree of access has opened up endless possibilities—in business, education, relationships, and more. I love that I can publish a thought as it comes to me, share pictures with family in another state, and connect with people from every country.

But I’m also concerned.

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11 Mindful Ways to Get More Meaning Out of the Holidays

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I know that in the past (and still sometimes), I have trouble with simply being present during the holidays.

I’ll often pick up my phone and snap a picture for social media or check my Facebook during a lull in the conversation. Or I’ll still be running off adrenaline or stress from work, making it hard to get in the true holiday spirit and remember what’s most important during this time.

Mindfulness is hard—especially in times of busyness and travel and heightened emotions (even good ones). But it’s important. Staying in the present moment is what allows us to get the most out of the precious instances in life. It’s what helps us get out of our heads and away from our phones long enough to appreciate those around us.

If you get what I mean and crave that extra depth too, here are some thoughts on how to be more mindful during the holidays this year. [Read more…] about 11 Mindful Ways to Get More Meaning Out of the Holidays

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How to Stop Resisting What’s Good for You (and Actually Stick to Healthy Habits)

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There are certain self-care practices that, when I’m doing them daily, make me feel grounded and stable. But sometimes, even though they’re so good for me, I find myself stopping them completely and struggling to start again.

One of them is meditation. (I recently wrote about how meditation makes me anxious.) Another is yoga. Others are daily journaling, intentions/affirmations, listening to music, or simply giving myself time to be bored.

But lately, I’ve been exploring why I stop doing some of these things—and after digging deeper, I’ve started them up again and am really benefiting from it.

So in this article, I’m covering why I think many of us struggle with this and how to stick to healthy habits the right way. First, let’s look at some possible culprits. [Read more…] about How to Stop Resisting What’s Good for You (and Actually Stick to Healthy Habits)

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13 Ways to Make Life Better When You Have Adult ADHD

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In a previous post, I talked about my experience with adult ADHD and common symptoms I think we should be talking about more. In this article, I’m sharing some tips I’ve learned or discovered over the years to help me be more successful living with ADHD. [Read more…] about 13 Ways to Make Life Better When You Have Adult ADHD

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How to Do Self-Care When Your Mind is Overwhelmed

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I’m gonna be honest — I’ve been having some rough days recently.

And I wish I could say why, but the truth is, I’ve just felt off. Caught up in my own head.

Lonely.

Sometimes very, very down.

Over the years I’ve learned this can hit me when new things are happening and I’m feeling overwhelmed.

For example, I’m moving to a new home in a few days. I’m also planning a wedding, which is super exciting, but there’s a lot to think about.

I’m also dealing with fluctuations in the effectiveness of my ADHD medication that is frustrating when it comes to my work (maybe I’ll elaborate on that more in another post).

I’m sharing this because I’ve learned in times like this, the meaning of self-care is a little different. [Read more…] about How to Do Self-Care When Your Mind is Overwhelmed

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25 Inspiring Quotes for Living Your Best Life Ever

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I have a thing for quotes. In high school and college, I used to compile them to refer to when I was feeling down or needed inspiration. And I’ve found it’s still a good practice for me today! Who doesn’t want to learn from some of the world’s most inspiring and noteworthy people?

So, in case you’re like me and could also use an extra boost from time to time (or daily), I’ve made a list of top living your best life quotes. [Read more…] about 25 Inspiring Quotes for Living Your Best Life Ever

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