Mindfulness And Meditation: Be Mindful And Less Mind Full

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Many people are addicted to all sorts of things such as drugs or alcohol but one of the greatest addictions that is rarely documented is the addiction to thinking.

 You contemplate on many things at once just to beat the horrific deadlines and to please your demanding boss. One moment you are thinking about a delicious restaurant to eat, the next moment you are questioning what exactly are you doing with your life!

 Thinking will only confuse you. Thinking will lead you away from the simplicity of the present moment.

 Hence, you must remember the essence of slowing down. Give yourself the break it deserves through mindfulness and meditation.

9 Perfect Gifts For Psychology Majors And Freud Enthusiasts

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By: Anna Agoncillo
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From brain-shaped ice cubes to Freudian therapy balls or Psychological board games, here are the 9 Perfect Gifts For Psychology Majors And Freud Enthusiasts...

 SOMETHING USUAL WITH A COOL TWIST

 1. REVERSE PSYCHOLOGY T-SHIRT
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Using eco-friendly inks, the Reverse Psychology T-shirts are printed after you order. It comes in 9 colors with sizes ranging from S to XXL. So, there is surely something for everyone! 

 Available here. 

Art Appreciation Boosts Stroke Recovery Physically And Psychologically

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By: Anna Agoncillo
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Art therapy that fosters creativity can help several of mental and physical conditions such as anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), cancer, and stroke. Truly, expressive art benefits people with serious disorders. 

 Art therapy has been proven to be successful in ways that are different from the traditional therapies. 

 Three years ago, a study found that stroke survivors who enjoyed painting, music, and theater had better recovery than patients who did not. 

Psychology, Children, And Art: 5 Benefits of Art Therapy on Children

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 By: Anna Agoncillo
What is Art Therapy?

 According to American Art Therapy Association (2014): "Art therapy is a mental health profession that uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages." 
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Art therapy has been proven to improve the well being of individuals by using various mediums such as painting, sculpting, singing, and drawing. Art therapy is especially beneficial for children since they are naturally more imaginative, artistic, and creative. They can express their feelings more through art than through words. 

 In that note here are 5 Benefits of Art Therapy on Children and a bonus recommendation of a Paint-By-Numbers Kit by Paintastic Art Craft that your Children will enjoy. 

 1. PROMOTES SELF-EXPRESSION WITH LITTLE TO NO BOUNDS

 Art therapy is a one of a kind therapy that can be used in counseling or diagnosis because of its creative nature that has little to no bounds. It allows the children to manifest their own feelings and emotions that they might have repressed.

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