2020 is throwing all kinds of difficult situations and emotions at us, and it can be tough to stay motivated when all the headlines are doom and gloom. An important key to finding motivation when times are hard, like now, is to focus less on the things you can’t control and more on the things you can.
Read MoreAre you feeling mental strain from the pandemic? If you are, you’re not alone. New CDC data shows that a third of Americans are feeling symptoms of anxiety or depression thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. We’ve talked before about the benefits of deep breathing, and now, Dr. Joe and Luna are here to show you and your kids how to do belly breathing exercises that will calm your mind and relax your nervous system during anxious or stressful times.
Read MoreWhen you’re pregnant, you worry about all kinds of things. And when you’re pregnant during a pandemic, your stress level may hit new highs as you add new worries to your list. We’ve found a list of 12 things you can stop worrying about, so you can stress less and enjoy your pregnancy more.
Read MoreMeditation, the practice of thinking deeply or focusing one’s mind with the goal of obtaining feelings of relaxation and inner peace, is a beneficial tool with numerous health benefits. Now, in our current, stress-filled environment, it can really come in handy. Learn how meditation changes your brain for the better, and start the calming practice today.
Read MoreWalking is an excellent form of exercise at all stages of your pregnancy, and you may also find that walking gives you time to clear your head and calm your mind. You can take the benefits even further with a breath walk - a form of walking meditation.
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