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    THE ENDS NEVER JUSTIFY THE MEANS: Gandhi’s radical lesson for today

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    ALASKA WINGS: Soaring across the mountains while releasing fear and doubt

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    INEFFABLE: A visitation from a beautiful soul I’d never forget

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    MINDFUL LEADERSHIP IN STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS: Empowering leaders to create positive change

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    HANAMI DREAMING: The start of spring in Japan

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    REFLECTIONS ON TODAY’S POLITICAL REALITIES: We can prevail over ignorance, lies and Trump

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    IMPEDIMENTS FACED: A safe return home from La Paz, Mexico

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    TYING UP LOOSE ENDS: One last—and glorious—day in La Paz, Mexico [Part 7]

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    NIGHT SEA JOURNEY: Buying back sanity in La Paz, Mexico [Part 6]

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Mia Barnes
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Mia Barnes is a health and wellness journalist with an interest in mental health, as well as natural healing. She's the Editor-in-Chief at BodyMind.com.
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OMICRON ANXIETY: 7 tips to help you manage it in a mindful way

Mia Barnes·February 15, 2022
Just when you thought you were safe from the Delta variant, another more contagious one shows up: Omicron. Now it’s...
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SELF-CARE FOR YOUR SKIN: 10 ways to be mindful about your skin’s health in the winter

Mia Barnes·February 8, 2022
Taking care of your skin is a year-round job, but it can change with the seasons. Humid spring air will...
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MINDFUL MEAT CONSUMPTION: Why it’s important and how it can be achieved

Mia Barnes·January 31, 2022
Over the past few years, there’s been a lot of controversy about meat. Many scientists have now found evidence that...
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MUSIC FOR MINDFULNESS: How to tune in so you can tune out

Mia Barnes·January 24, 2022
The mindfulness movement makes a lot of sense to many in today’s chaotic world. Tuning in to the present moment...
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ONLINE COUNSELLING: 8 important things to be aware of before you start

Mia Barnes·January 17, 2022
The pandemic has changed many things, including how people care for their mental health. These days, technology is an integral...
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MAINTAIN YOUR HEARING: 8 ways to consciously take care of your ears

Mia Barnes·January 9, 2022
Your ears do more than help you hear. The small canals contain fluid and minuscule hairs that create physical stability...
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WINTER ACHES AND PAINS: 4 ways Yoga and meditation can minimize them

Mia Barnes·January 3, 2022
Yoga has existed as a formal practice for thousands of years. Before that, earlier humans probably used it without having...
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HAVE A HAPPY, HEALTHY PREGNANCY: 5 mindfulness-based strategies for doing so

Mia Barnes·December 27, 2021
It’s OK if you haven’t felt utterly joyful during your pregnancy. Many factors can contribute to pregnancy stress, such as...
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VITAMIN D: 8 intentional ways to get it during the winter

Mia Barnes·December 20, 2021
Taking care of yourself is a year-round job, and it changes with the seasons, especially during the winter. When you’re...
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ADDICTION TRIGGERS: 6 mindful ways to avoid them during the holidays

Mia Barnes·December 12, 2021
The holidays are often touted as the most wonderful time of the year, but for a person in addiction recovery,...
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MINDFUL HOLIDAYS: 7 ways to make the most of the season while you’re hurting

Mia Barnes·December 5, 2021
For many, the holiday season is a complicated time. Increased pressures to have a magical experience, family stress, grief and...
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HEALTHY BOUNDARIES: 12 tips for setting them with family and friends

Mia Barnes·November 29, 2021
No one wakes up in the morning and hopes they’ll upset their loved ones or start a fight. You want...
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KICK THE BUTTS: 4 ways that mindfulness can help you quit smoking

Mia Barnes·November 21, 2021
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), smoking claims nearly half a million American lives every year....
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VIRTUAL FATIGUE: 4 signs you’re dealing with it and how to disconnect

Mia Barnes·November 15, 2021
When the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the globe, people everywhere stayed home from work, school, activities and errands to put...
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THE HALT TECHNIQUE: 9 ways to HALT and manage your emotions

Mia Barnes·November 9, 2021
Think back to the last time you behaved impulsively, saying or doing something while in the throes of emotional pique...
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CLEAN AIR: 6 reasons to improve your indoor air quality and 8 ways to do so

Mia Barnes·November 2, 2021
The current pandemic reminded everyone of the importance of indoor air quality. Suddenly, the air you breathed at the office...
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STAY SANE: 13 tips for those who are still isolating due to COVID-19

Mia Barnes·October 25, 2021
The news is grim these days if you’re at a high risk of complications from COVID-19. The death of a...
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BEFORE-BED PRACTICES: 5 ways to create an intentional and calming routine

Mia Barnes·October 18, 2021
Do you tumble into bed and drift into dreamland the moment your head hits the pillow? Or are you one...
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A DAILY STRETCHING ROUTINE: 7 ways starting one will enhance your inner peace

Mia Barnes·October 9, 2021
Contrary to popular belief, stretching isn’t just about flexibility or bending yourself into crazy shapes. It’s also about testing your...
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IMPROVE YOUR OUTLOOK ON LIFE: 10 everyday things to be grateful for

Mia Barnes·September 7, 2021
It’s easy to feel down and out, especially in light of recent events. Maybe your mental and physical health have...
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10 BENEFITS OF ART THERAPY: Get creative to heal your mind

Mia Barnes·August 25, 2021
You may have heard of art therapy before, and you may already have an image in your head of what...
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STAY IN TUNE WITH YOUR BODY THROUGH MINDFULNESS: 5 tips to help you do so

Mia Barnes·August 6, 2021
Your physical well-being influences everything in your life, in ways you might not even realize. How often do you find...
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LEARN TO MEDITATE: The 10 best types of meditation for beginners

Mia Barnes·July 18, 2021
More and more, people turn to ancient practices to fix modern problems. Perhaps nowhere is this principle more evident than...
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MINDFUL EATING CHANGED MY LIFE: Here are 5 ways it can change yours

Mia Barnes·June 10, 2021
The most significant improvement in how I feel didn’t come from a pill or a potion. Nor did it stem...
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