Defining Mindfulness What exactly is mindfulness? The simplest definition is “clear awareness.” It’s the ability to be present, consciously knowing what’s happening in your experience, moment by moment. You can apply that attention to your mind, body, or environment. Mindfulness is a state of mind and a quality that you can develop through practice. Although…

Flower remedies are one of the easiest ways to deal with depression. They are also safe to use. Are flower remedies difficult to make? Not at all. They’re really easy. Here are seven flower remedies that deal with depression. Seven Flower Remedies That Deal With Depression  1. Rose petals. Rose refreshes the mind and vitalizes…

It’s natural for new parents to experience mood swings. These feelings are sometimes known as the ‘baby blues’ and go away soon after birth. But some parents may experience a deep and ongoing depression that lasts much longer. That’s called postpartum depression. What is postpartum depression? Postpartum depression is depression that starts during pregnancy or…

In a psychiatric ward, a good therapeutic environment is vital to good mental health. Staff and the actual physical environment are vital to providing a positive space for recovery. Staff Many people feel positively about the staff on their ward. They believe that the care and attention they receive hugely aids in their recovery. However,…

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