Author: Michelle Zaragoza, LCSW
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Create pause in your life for stress relief
There was a point in my life where I had every hour available on my calendar filled in with something. Even if it was going to the gym, I scheduled for it. My calendar was filled with blocks of activities and I found myself going from one activity to the next. I also found myself…
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How to create pause in your life
There was a point in my life where I had every hour available on my calendar filled in with something. Even if it was going to the gym, I scheduled for it. My calendar was filled with blocks of activities and I found myself going from one activity to the next. I also found myself…
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Try This! Box Breathing
Box Breathing is a simple, breathing technique used to improve relaxation by returning the breath to its normal rhythm. Also known as square breathing, Box Breathing is a helpful technique that is used by Navy Seals as well as others (doctors, police, nurses) that are frequently in high-tress situations. Box breathing is just one of…
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What is Mindfulness?
Consider this: How often do you catch your mind wandering while you are driving home from work or eating lunch and begin to think about: “What am I going to do this weekend? I should have picked up some groceries yesterday. What am I going to buy my best friend for her birthday?” Our mind…
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What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an action-oriented approach built on empirically based principles that emphasizes contacting the present moment, increasing psychological flexibility, accepting thoughts and feelings without judgment, and engaging in committed actions towards living a life guided by your values. It utilizes a range of techniques that incorporate mindfulness based approaches and behavior…
Michelle Zaragoza, LCSW 