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How to look back on your year with clarity and kindness
Mindful reflection can turn a long and stressful year into a story that you can learn from. It helps you see what to celebrate, what to release, and how you want to move into 2026 with intention. Step 1. Begin with gentle attention Start by permitting yourself to tell the truth about 2025 without judgment. Instead of asking yourself this question: “Was 2025 a good or bad year?”, try this instead: “What surprised me?” “What challenged me?” “Where did I feel most alive?” You ca

Imee Contreras
Jan 83 min read


Calm in the Unknown
Life’s transitions often come without warning—a transfer to a new city, a major career pivot, an unexpected change in family dynamics. At some point in life, almost everyone finds themselves surrounded by packed boxes, a new city looming, or unexpected news reshaping the familiar landscape. In those uncertain moments, many discover that the practice of mindfulness offers not just fleeting comfort, but a resilient foundation from which to navigate change with grace and presenc

Imee Contreras
Oct 23, 20252 min read


The Missing Pillar of Mindful Living
he path to true well-being often begins with something as simple as a good night’s rest. The more mindfully we sleep, the more mindfully...

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Oct 2, 20252 min read


Bringing mindfulness into school routines
Mindfulness thrives when made joyful and playful. Integrate it without pressure—invite exploration, let students and parents try...

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Sep 18, 20252 min read


Mindfulness and Mental Health: What Science Says
Whether through structured courses, mobile apps, or daily personal practice, the science is clear: mindfulness offers real and...

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Aug 28, 20252 min read


The mindful office revolution
In offices around the world, mindfulness is emerging as the “quiet revolution” that drives happier teams and healthier organizational...

Imee Contreras
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Compassion is at the heart of mindfulness
When compassion becomes the heart of mindfulness, something remarkable happens. Instead of criticizing ourselves for mistakes or flaws,...

Imee Contreras
Jul 17, 20253 min read


Mindfulness and creative thinking
Sometimes, we say the muse is not with us. That means creating can be a challenge, or creative blocks are hindering imagination, insight,...

Imee Contreras
May 29, 20252 min read


Serenity Now: How affirmations enhance mindfulness
“I am a peaceful being” is an example of an affirmation. Affirmations are positive statements in the present tense that we repeat to...

Imee Contreras
May 22, 20252 min read


How Mindfulness Can Unlock Radical Self-Love
What does it truly mean to love oneself? Does it have to involve salon visits and body pampering? Or perhaps enjoying one's favorite...

Imee Contreras
May 1, 20252 min read


How Nature Heals: Mindfulness meets the outdoors
In our busy, always-on world, finding moments of calm can feel like a luxury. Yet, the answer to a quieter mind and a healthier spirit...

Imee Contreras
Apr 24, 20252 min read


Summer, a season of transformation
As we step into the summer’s warmer days, we sense the fragrance of blooming flowers and the gentle hum of bees in the air. It’s as if...

Imee Contreras
Apr 17, 20252 min read


A Season for Renewal and Connection
A Season for Renewal and Connection As the vibrant seasons of spring and summer unfold, the world around us transforms into a tapestry of...

Imee Contreras
Mar 26, 20253 min read


Transform your year with mindful breathing techniques
As we enter 2025, a powerful change we can make is to incorporate mindful breathing practices into our daily routines so we can become...

Imee Contreras
Jan 30, 20252 min read


Your guide to setting mindful intentions for 2025
Instead of traditional New Year’s resolutions, why not try setting meaningful intentions for 2025? Unlike resolutions, which often focus...

Imee Contreras
Jan 9, 20252 min read


The art of mindful gifting
Have you ever found yourself wondering what gift to give someone who seems to have everything? Or felt uncertain about what kind of...

Imee Contreras
Dec 28, 20242 min read


Caring for your pet can bring calm to your life
Watching our pets play can feel almost meditative. There's a certain calm that comes from seeing them absorbed in their activities,...

Imee Contreras
Oct 31, 20242 min read


The mindful way to carry our pain
All of us have various forms of pain that we carry—some people are good with it, but you’d never notice that they are overwhelmed or...

Imee Contreras
Oct 3, 20242 min read


How mindfulness enhances well-being as we age
We all know that aging brings challenges, but dwelling on things that we can’t control can prevent us from enjoying the present. Shifting...

Imee Contreras
Sep 12, 20242 min read


How to cook with presence and love
Most of us are familiar with the practice of mindful eating, but have you taken a closer look at mindful cooking or mindful food...

Imee Contreras
Aug 22, 20242 min read
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