Archives for February 2021

02/22/2021

Promoting Mental Well-Being for Young People During Challenged Times

We are of the belief that pity parties are never much fun. While COVID-19 has been one of the most trying experiences in people’s lifetimes, without undermining the tragedy of unexplainable loss, the focus to remain positive and maintain a healthy mental outlook, notably with our youth, is something we can control.

In a recent podcast on happy healthy with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Dr. Amanda Craig of MMFT, she reviews useful guidance on how to keep young people in a positive disposition during these unprecedented times.

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02/15/2021

The Simple Act of Meditation: Stress Welcomed

Meditation may bring to mind people who do lotus positions in the wilderness and breathe out inhuman guttural sounds. I’ve considered myself too high energy to meditate, which is why Whitney Ross, Integrative Health Coach of Whit & Well, advised that it’s time to take meditation seriously. Whitney has gained insight on the practice through Yoga and Meditation expert Sarah Barrington, who guides people on how simple the process is.

Create a relaxing environment, disconnect, and focus on breathing. You are now meditating!

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02/11/2021

Forget the Groundhog, Resort Wear Signals Spring’s Arrival

Resort travel may look attenuated this year but that doesn’t have to keep you from adding stylish pieces for warmer temps. It’s time to break our co-dependency with drawstring pants, this year we’re seeing a more dressed-up approach to fashion. Clothing that performs in transitional weather is also a potent element to resort wear DNA.

A few quality pieces is all you need to own a resort wear look.

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02/03/2021

Editing Wall Art for Home Display, Trust Me, This Is coming from An Artist!

Wall art has a tendency to accumulate in a speed more associated with buying earrings, it seems disloyal to keep it all stowed away. There’s an impulse to hang all the art you own like those trendy gallery walls that merit their own Pinterest board. Or cram a wall hanging into every bare space, which treads into an overly accessorized look. As an artist who paints for creative stimulation, we have many canvases to choose from and I am not inclined to sell unless there is a full-on interview. (Think getting approved by the condo board process). I’ve found that simplicity calms the design, which aptly sets off the chosen art to create a less manic space.