Category: Mindfulness
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Launchings and Landings
It was a magical day in Northern California. I drove out on a Saturday in mid-December toward Half Moon Bay and found parking along the road to Redondo Beach. I sat calm and refreshed by the sound of the waves as I came to the end of a beautiful novel called Covenant of Water, came…
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What’s your Pleasure?
What do you love? What brings you pleasure, joy and delight? Savoring the small moments of pleasure is my key to happiness. I adore spending time with the friend who snapped this photo. I love these sunglasses on me. I feel glorious with the sunshine after a stretch of rain. I take delight on this…
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Gratitude
Once a year, go somewhere you’ve never been before. – Dalai Lama And who knows, a new tradition may greet you. – Modern Mind MD This year I embarked on 2 new career journeys- this very intimate private practice, Modern Mind Women’s Health, and a medical travel assignment to Billings, Montana. My heart is warmed by all…
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Have you tuned in to your longing?
Now sprouting from a seed watered long ago is the latest offering at Modern Mind Women’s Health – Mindful Meditation Groups – yet to be named are sprouting. Are you eager to dive deeper into the complex web that makes us human?
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VUCA: volatile. uncertain. complex. ambiguous.
Our attention is our most valuable commodity at a time when distractions are fierce. Let us reset in the groundedness and stability that lies within.
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The brilliance of the brain
Luckily, all brains have neuroplasticity, the amazing capacity to change and adapt.
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Teens do need Privacy but why might they be driven to Secrecy?
The teenage brain is going through a process of self-discovery and the desire for more privacy is a natural part of growing up to gain autonomy and individuality. Giving kids more and more freedom is a key part of helping them develop the skills they need to be functioning adults. What resources will help them…
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Mindful Birthing with PRIDE
Mindful Birthing families come in all shapes, sizes, and orientations, and all are welcome in our classrooms. In the US, between 2 million and 3.7 million children under age 18 have an LGBTQ+ parent. Approximately 191,000 children are being raised by two same-sex parents. Overall, it is estimated that 29% of LGBTQ+ adults are raising…
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Pride Month – June 2022
Teen Summer Workshops ‘Let’s Talk about Sex.’ In celebration of PRIDE month, this class is always inclusive of all genders. We honor adolescents in their process of growth and exploration. Getting to know oneself and one’s intentions allows us the courage to find love and happiness, require consent (a basic human right), and maintain healthy…