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Self-care Sunday

25 Self-Care Sunday Ideas to Nurture Your Mind and Body

Self-care Sunday is more than just something to share about on social media. While it may have started that way, it’s a trend that’s actually rooted in science! (And you know how we feel about that here at Lindywell!)  A recent study from the University of Exeter found that it’s more common than you might

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unrealistic beauty standards

How I Let Go of Unrealistic Beauty Standards to Embrace Who I Am

Most women experience the pressures of unrealistic beauty standards and this was happening well before Instagram came along and the mainstream media became what it is today. Learn more about the long-running history of unrealistic beauty standards in this fascinating article. I’ve experienced this pressure to look a certain way my entire life. It’s been

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healing the nervous system

5 Simple Somatic Practices for Healing the Nervous System

There are many ways to approach healing the nervous system, from one-on-one support, like therapy, to group or solo work with meditation and the breath. One approach I’ve found immensely valuable in my life is a somatic approach, which simply means “relating to the body.”  It’s so important to take care of your nervous system

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principles of neurplasticity

Principles of Neuroplasticity 101: How to Change Your Health Habits

The term “principles of neuroplasticity” is less complicated than it sounds. It simply means the brain can change, both structurally and functionally, to help you recover from head injuries, cope with traumas, or even create healthier habits. This ability to change the brain is called neuroplasticity and it hinges on the idea that you have

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gratitude affirmations

How to Turn Gratitude Affirmations Into a Powerful Daily Practice

I’m not going to tell you that saying gratitude affirmations is the cure-all for feeling grateful. Quite the opposite. It takes intentional and consistent practice to turn your affirmations into something meaningful and impactful. I talked about this in a recent blog post about cultivating an attitude of gratitude. In doing this, you not only

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Give More Than Gifts (at Our Lowest Prices!)

*20% off everything—plus Lindywell members get an extra 30% off select items. Sale ends November 27, 2023. This holiday season, I hope you experience peace of mind, comfort, calm, joy and strength–and that you give these gifts to your loved ones as well. Whether it’s snowy or sunny in your part of the world, together

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attitude of gratitude

5 Steps to Cultivate an Attitude of Gratitude With Mindfulness

An attitude of gratitude is exactly that; it’s a way of thinking and being, rather than something you “do” here and there. This mindset may not come naturally to everyone, however (it certainly didn’t for me!), so that’s why it’s something we need to cultivate with intentional practice.  While there are many ways to cultivate

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mental health during the holidays

3 Ways to Support Your Mental Health During the Holidays

It’s no secret that many of us struggle with mental health during the holidays and for many good reasons, from affording holiday gifts to managing hectic schedules and for some, navigating feelings of grief during what is supposed to be the “most wonderful time of the year.” You can make a few small changes this

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wellness journey

8 Ways that Your Wellness Journey Can Make Life More Vibrant

When you think of the term “wellness journey,” what comes to mind? Perhaps a Rocky-like montage of working out at the gym, pumping your fist in the air, dripping with sweat? While movement is absolutely part of a wellness journey—and sweaty, hard workouts are once what I thought of too—what comes to my mind what

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