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The external demands that cause you to feel stressed and the internal sensations you experience when you’re stressed are different!
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Resolving one does not resolve the other. What differences do you notice when you reflect on this?
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Focusing on the process of becoming is more inspiring and encouraging than fixated on the state of being. 😌
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This is the epitome of the growth vs fixed mindset. Success and mindfulness are both achieved by focusing your attention on the process, not just the end goal. 🤔
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Focusing on yourself and solutions to your own problems is not selfish. It is necessary for growth and to continue helping others! Don’t get distracted by the other cars. 😉
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Take some time to reflect and introspect on your personal healing journey. Remember, healing is not linear!
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What has your journey looked like?
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This week we have a guest submission from Emma Grace Brown on maintaining lifestyle changes you may have made within the past two years.
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Check it out and let me know what you found helpful.
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https://www.mindful-perceptions.com/blog/maintaining-lifestyle-changes-post-pandemic Our newest blog post is a guest contribution by Emma Grace Brown. Checkit out and let me know what you think! You can also sign up for our mailing list to receive the newest blogs directly to your inbox!

Maintaining Lifestyle Changes Post-Pandemic — Mindful Perceptions COVID-19 disrupted everyday life, changing how we learned, worked, relaxed, and interacted with friends and family. Some adaptations should be quickly abandoned when the pandemic finally ends, but others can continue to prove beneficial in your life as the world moves forward. Mindful Perceptions

While we cannot control what we inherit, we can take the initiative to heal the wounds passed down through generations.
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Do you see these patterns in your own family?
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Sometimes, we have difficult conversations with those we love in hopes of deepening understanding and healing wounds.
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Our bodies and minds are often stuck repeating maladaptive patterns from the past, or pulled into the uncertainty of the future.
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Sound familiar? 🤔
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It’s a horrifying truth. People with severe mental illnesses often end up homeless or in jails and prisons, overmedicated with minimal social support.

Take a minute to reflect on this new insight. Which do you need most today? 🧘🏼‍♀️🧘🏽‍♂️🧘🏾‍♀️

We can only truly be in this moment. Depression is rooted in the past and anxiety pulls us into the future. Create a habit of mindfulness to ground you to the present. ✨

Learn to listen to your intuition as a sign from the universe that you are on your path, or that it’s time to change your course. 🌌

I believe we each receive signs from the universe that we are on our path, if only we are open to receiving them. 🌌

Memories are subjective. Truth is relative. Our experiences are not. 💖
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What are your thoughts?

We often know the “truth” yet live in denial. What are your thoughts?

The next time you experience a strong emotion, notice what happens. Do you allow that energy to pass through your body or is your automatic response to bury it deep down and mask the feeling instead?

Our bodies are wired for connection, yet trauma rewires them for protection. Being vulnerable with others is essential for healthy relationships! Prioritize healing your wounds today.

Do you struggle with motivation or discipline? What’s an area you’d like to have more self-discipline in this week?

In most situations, we have the choice to keep going, change directions, or stop trying. You get to decide.

Try this tip to transition from mind-full to mindful today 😉

Emotions are important messages from the brain. They can be a call to action or cause a reaction. They can also trigger past experiences and impulsive behavior. It is most helpful to increase your awareness of them, identify them, then learn to respond instead of react.
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We often say “I feel guilty for …” yet what we really feel is ashamed. Shame is toxic and heavy. It is stored deep within us, fuel for our negative core beliefs.
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We make mistakes. Our actions and choices are not always a reflection of our self-worth! Reflect on what you believe to be true about yourself and begin making this shift today.
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Did you know that you don’t have to choose just one feeling you’re experiencing? Let’s discuss.
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Have you been feeling anxious this week? Try this therapy tip and learn to increase your awareness of unhelpful thoughts as they arise.
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We have a guest submission for Wellness Wednesday! Jessica is a Holistic Nutritionist and Herbalist at Rune Haus. I am eager to learn more about this topic myself. Enjoy : )

Gut Health and Mental Health Connection — Mindful Perceptions All disease begins in the gut, says Hippocrates. And it's true — gut health is central to our overall health. The state of our gut is linked to every other function in our body, including sleep, immunity, weight, hormones, energy, and yes, even our mental state and mood.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I hope this guest blog post helps to normalize what a lot of us experience on a weekly basis.

Say Goodbye to the 'Sunday Scaries' — Mindful Perceptions Do you spend every Sunday evening feeling nervous about the week ahead? If so, you might be dealing with the symptoms of the “Sunday scaries.” However, you can cure your Sunday scaries and stop fearing Mondays! By referencing these informative resources, you can make the most of your Sundays. Ge...

One of the hardest parts of my job is feeling helpless in assisting someone whose basic needs are unmet. Needs for more income, safety, security, etc. This blog elaborates on these and others and the interconnectedness of those needs, based on Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs. https://www.mindful-perceptions.com/blog/understanding-your-needs

Understanding Your Needs — Mindful Perceptions Take a minute to reflect on your basic needs. I don’t mean your smartphone or Wi-Fi, I’m talking about your body’s physiological needs . At our core, we need food and water for our bodies to function properly. We also need shelter from the elements and a place to sleep for our basic needs to b...

Be mindful of your perceptions. 😉
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