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Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC   Since ‘what if’ thoughts aren’t truly real, try thinking of ‘what is’ real in the moment or situation instead.  Too often we ask what if and then search for the answers – Trying to obtain answers to a question that truly isn’t a question at...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC   The 3 Rs that could help one manage their anxiety are actionable skills and strategies:   -Recognize: Identify when feeling anxious and observe any physical signs or behaviors that may be present.  Recognize it is a chemical reaction. -Relax:...

Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC   The last couple blogs have discussed concepts and benefits of mindfulness, but how to practice daily?  Here are 4 groups of mindful practice with examples of each: Attention to the present moment somatic and sensory experience Non-reactive and a...

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...