Mindfulness in a hectic world
In this era of multitasking, it's easy to let the moment slip away, lost in the efforts to juggle work, helping a partner who may be ill, overextended children, aging parents, keeping up a house, paying the bills, and worrying about the economy and the world situation. Paying attention to the moment won't deflate those pressures. But it can help you cope with them in a calmer, less stressful way that can be good for your heart, your head, and your body.
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