How to Practice Mindfulness to Improve Your Well-Being

Health Essentials Each day, set your intention to stay in the present moment! Daily meditation is a powerful tool for managing your stress and enhancing your health. But bringing present-moment awareness to all your daily activities is important.   Wellness expert Melissa C. Young, MD, shares simple…

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Studies show you weren’t (necessarily) happier when you were younger.

Mark Travers Ph.D. reviewed by Gary Drevitch Publishers note: Hello everyone, here is a quick blog that talks about reflection of our past and what some people might have or have not regret of what they did or did not…

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