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Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC   Mindfulness allows one to focus on the moment which in the end has the following benefits (along with many others):    *Reduces stress – Research has shown that mindfulness reduces activity in the amygdala, the brain’s region that...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC How to be more mindful … Start by approaching your mind and body with curiosity rather than with fear, start working on shifting the thought process by:   *Mindful breathing – Focusing your thoughts on the breath coming in and leaving...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC First of all – You are not lazy! Laziness implies that you don’t want to do something because you don’t care, which is different from caring about something, but being unable to do it. Avoidance Procrastination is a vicious cycle where you convince...

Shifting of attention requires a range of transitions.  Here are a few examples of how things could get in the way: -Emotions – Someone might say they ‘don’t feel like doing xyz’, it’s likely that they haven’t emotionally transitioned to that task yet. -Changing your thought...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Mental wellness is a process that involves many aspects (thinking, feelings, connecting, and functioning).  In order to achieve wellness, we need to engage and be proactive in these areas.   Even without a diagnosed mental illness, people may not be...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC One of the best ways to get the most out of your health and vitality is to work with, not against, your natural biological clock, especially the circadian rhythm (your sleep cycle).  This rhythm regulates melatonin which is your sleep hormone and cortisol...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC   Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a recurrent major depressive disorder with a seasonal pattern usually beginning in fall and continuing into the winter months.  However, SAD does occur in the spring/early summer for some, but that isn’t...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC   Reiki is an energy healing technique in which an attuned therapist guides energy to the client to activate the body’s ability to heal itself and restore balance.  Reiki practitioners use their hands to deliver energy to your body, improving the...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC The temptation to multitask is a daily challenge, especially with all the items that end up on your to-do list. When I say multitasking, I mean  switching between several demanding and ongoing tasks that require mental effort, your attention. Research...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC In recent research, 62% of respondents described their stress level as “very or somewhat” elevated during the holidays. Among the holiday stressors listed by respondents were the financial demands of the season, negotiating the interpersonal dynamics of...