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Adjusting to Stay at Home
Over the past several weeks our world has turned upside down, or at least that is how it feels. It has been a whirlwind of change. And if you are struggling with adjusting to everything, just know you are not alone. Our minds are still trying to catch up with everything that is happening. Local boutique owner (Addie’s Boutique) and mom, Brandy Watkins Wills, reached out to ask me some questions about adjusting to our new reality. I wanted to share these questions and responses, because I think we are all just trying to figure this out one day at a time. And, the range of feelings and emotions you…
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5 Calming Strategies for Any Age
Learning to calm and relax your body and mind is something we can all benefit from. Sometimes dealing with heightened emotions can leave our bodies and minds on edge. However, finding ways to relax can help us learn ways to regain control of our emotions and refocus our thoughts to the present moment. When feeling stressed or overwhelmed, there are two things to focus on: relaxing the body and calming the mind. Here are 5 calming strategies I have found beneficial. Take deep breaths The whole of our being is connected to our breath. In fact, breathing is essential to life. It is also the first thing to speed up…
