Resilience to Stress in Stressful Times

Contributor: Dr. Kristen Race, Ph.D. Last Monday I flipped from full denial about the threat of a pandemic to a full on panic attack. Since then I’ve toggled between convincing myself that...

Balance Your Brain to Balance Your Life!

Contributer: Dr. Kristen Race The pressures, pulls, and distractions of our lives have made the idea of attaining "balance", an urban myth that, while desirable, seems unattainable for most ...

How to Bring Mindfulness to Your Summer Travels

As you start making summer travel plans, you might be busy plotting out the itinerary and creating a to-do list to prepare for your getaway. While all that “busy-ness” can be exciting, it’s ...

How to Embrace the Joy Of Missing Out (JOMO)

We live in a culture of ‘busy’, where frantically running from one activity to the next, packing our schedules, and taking on more than we need to is normal. After all, if you’re not busy doing...

I'm In a New Relationship...

Contributor: Elizabeth Thibaudeau We invest a lot into our relationships, but how often do we take the time to nurture the relationship with ourselves? While hiking the other day, I was...

"Am I Practicing Meditation All Wrong?"

Clearing your mind and grounding yourself in the present isn't something that comes naturally for most. Dr. Kristen Race shares some tips on the right and wrong way to practice meditation... ...

3 Easy Mindfulness Rituals for Better Skin

Five minutes of "me time" not only relieves stress but also does wonders for your skin. Try some of these mindfulness rituals to maintain healthy and radiant skin. Contributor: Dr. Kristen Rac...

6 Mindfulness Exercises to Give Your Brain a Boost

Working out regularly can be a great natural stress reliever. The good news is, you don’t have to have a strict gym regimen to reap the benefits of exercise. Try these mindfulness exercises to g...

How to Make Back to School Season Less Stressful

Contributor: Dr. Kristen Race Transitions can be difficult for kids. Even when they are excited for school, this time of year is often mixed with feelings of angst about how they will fit in ...