Connecting with your partner requires intention and presence—things that can be challenging to cultivate in our busy modern lives. Mindfulness activities for couples help you and your partner enhance your bond by being fully engaged with each other. Practicing mindfulness techniques together offers a number of benefits for couples. Mindfulness activities can reduce stress, increase…
A one minute meditation is any practice you can do in 60 seconds or less to calm your mind, connect inward, and pull yourself into present awareness. These short meditations help you incorporate reflection into busy days — especially when you feel too overwhelmed for longer sessions. In an ideal world, we’d all have time…
Every year, a handful of countries around the world celebrate Thanksgiving—an annual excuse for family togetherness, and a reminder to be grateful for what we have. When I was growing up, we got together with my extended family for Thanksgiving dinner. Before eating, everyone went around the table and read a gratitude-related quote. (For example,…