☼ Aaaah the holidays… We look forward to them as much needed reprieves from work and/or school. Yet, holidays can be stress-inducing times. Budgeting for, buying and wrapping the “right” gifts; traveling near and/or far; planning and preparing meals; trying to improve (or at least maintain) sometimes strained relations with family and relatives; etc. all can be overwhelming, upsetting even, to a “normal” daily routine. Feeling overwhelmed can lead to stress which agitates the mind, zaps energy, and over a long period it negatively affects physical well being even more. One way to reduce stress is by meditating. How is that? Meditation practice can increase happiness, self-awareness, acceptance; encourage a healthy lifestyle; Read more–>> Need more inspiration? Browse these sites for:

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