By Kayla McGowan, MA, and Tara Cousineau, PhD We reap the benefits of gratitude most when we practice it regularly throughout the year, rather than save our graces for those seasonal holidays or days of remembrance. telltale holiday season. Gratitude is a practice of appreciating. It is good for us and those around us: There […]
How to Say “Thank You”
By Angela Cataldo, Student at Clemson University and BodiMojo Blog Contributor It comes as no surprise that positivity is attractive. Positive emotions are building blocks for social relationships, and anyone could guess that gratitude is a big one. But is there a right way to show gratitude? Recent research presented at the International Positive Psychology […]
Practicing Gratitude in Challenging Times
By Angela Cataldo, Student at Clemson University and BodiMojo Blog Contributor When Starbucks gets your coffee order just right, when you are surrounded by supportive friends, when your pet snuggles up close to you, when you reach that spectacular view on your autumn hike – these are the times when it is easy to be […]
How to Emotionally Survive the 2016 Election
Your heart is racing and you are reminding yourself to take a deep breath. You cannot remember an election this ugly, this divisive, or this draining. The constant buzz on the news, at work, and even in our kids’ schools is wreaking emotional havoc on the entire nation. According to a recent Harris Poll conducted for […]
How Mindfulness Can Help With Back-to-School Anxiety
The fun-filled days of summer are slowly winding down and it’s time once again to think about getting the kids back to school. While some parents may be rejoicing at the idea of returning to “normal” schedules and some structure, for many, this time of year can cause a lot of anxiety. Will your daughter […]
Our Hearts Are With Orlando
After the tragedy in Orlando last week, we are faced, yet again, with shock, fear, and sadness. When the world seems like a scary place, it’s easy to feel weighed down by the heaviness of pain, confusion, and even disbelief. Practicing compassion (for ourselves and others) is one way to find a sense of comfort and generate some […]
Growing Kindness in Kids
“Oh. My. God,” I said when my daughter held open her hand. Two baby field mice, barely a day old, squirmed in her palm. Eyes closed. Little feet-paws grasping the air. “That’s exactly what I said,” deadpanned one of her friends peering down at this curious show and tell. The mice looked eerily like human […]
Being Happy Is Easier Than You Think
When you think of happiness, what do you imagine? Maybe a warm smile comes to your face thinking about your loved ones, a nice walk outdoors, a funny moment, or your favorite food. Happiness comes from an all around “good vibes” feeling on the inside and out. It’s hard to define but we know it […]
Goodness Gracious!
Since giving thanks is the theme of the week, it’s a great time to reflect on the science of gratitude… as if we need proof that being thankful is good for you! (Yes, there is a lot of exciting research.) Of course, being grateful is more than just good manners. What is gratitude? On its simplest […]
Wired for Compassion
Compassion is in the air this week as the Dalai Lama turned 80. Talk is hitting the airwaves as the Global Compassion Summit July 7-9, 2015, brings together major thought leaders on the topic. You can catch the programming here and photos of His Holiness. As founder of BodiMojo, I feel truly blessed to have seen the […]
