Here's my story. When I turned 40, thirteen years ago, I was diagnosed with MS (multiple sclerosis). I've spent the years since learning and practicing a formula for balance. You might say that I've conducted a very personal experiment on my central nervous system, the results of which have opened my eyes to a new work-life-style, in this fast-paced, high-tech world.

I've concluded that living "in balance" requires a mindful, consistent effort, because balance, is a verb! It requires action, dedication, attention and a plan.

By shifting our awareness and embracing mindfulness, we can connect our bodies and minds in a way that brings about more balance in both work and life.

What is mindfulness?

Simply put, mindfulness is observing (as opposed to reacting to and controlling) your thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations in the present moment. In other words, it's living life one moment at a time.

Generally, mindfulness involves a keen awareness of sensory stimuli; focusing on the sensations of your body, breathing, etc., and being in the now.

While practicing awareness may seem a simple concept, it's far from simple. Our conditioned ways of being in our outer and inner worlds have us either dwelling on past events or worrying about future threats that may never come to be.

So, the practice of mindfulness then becomes unlearning our habitual patterns and slowing down to notice, acknowledge and be with our selves and our situations as they are, right now, without judgment and needing to change things in order to be happy.

Who benefits from mindfulness?

Those living with abnormal amounts of stress, chronic pain or illness, or anyone seeking to live life more fully and participate completely in life's moments. Explore your options for wholeness.

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