(And yet reaping so much during that time)  June 2021 was the last time I wrote and published a blog on mindfulness for Manfulness Living. For the previous two and a half years, I had written a steady stream of articles and produced guided meditations. I was...

In the past ten years, mindfulness has grown from personal practice to a legitimate and successful part of a businesses' growth and development. Inc., Forbes, Fast Company, and many other industry-leading publications have brought the benefits of mindfulness from the...

Time. It is one of our most valuable resources, and, for most, there is a perceived lack. In an effort to falsely gain time during the day, we rush through tasks, projects, and our lives. By doing so, we lose our focus and clarity for success. Goals blur. We get...

The repetitive activities in our everyday lives offer excellent opportunities to bring mindfulness into every moment. Breathe space in your daily routines and discover benefits with these helpful practices. First Things First; Wake Up With Focus And Purpose Mindful...

Sure, you have goals, but do you set intentions? Here's how setting daily intentions can change everything.Most people are well versed in the practice of setting goals. Whether for personal health or career success, setting goals and following the traditional process...

Chronic pain is a widespread issue that continues to be on the rise in our society. Medical intervention can sometimes effectively alleviate chronic pain for many people. But for many more people, finding a long-term solution that takes a holistic approach to health...

The seasons are beginning to change, and you can now smell Autumn in the air. Gratefully, we will be welcoming cooler weather and shorter days. Autumn is a beautiful time to get outside and enjoy the weather. One simple and healthy activity is to take a walk. Taking...

Prologue. This past week, I discovered an article that I had written in September 2018. It was never published. I came to know that today was the day to post it as I, and his family and friends, celebrate and remember my nephew Connor on the second anniversary of his...

Today, there is extreme polarization in our country, and it is creating an environment of distrust and hostility. Prejudice and anger against people who don't share our race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, or political persuasion have divided the United...

What an amazing opportunity to interview with Ana Maria Urive-Bech of Viva NOLA TV as we discuss current issues around racial unrest and systematic racism in our community and our country.  

Right now, we are experiencing unprecedented fear, anger, and resentment in this country. There has been social upheaval around the horrific murder of George Floyd, resulting in on-going protests, violence, and unrest. Erupting during the global pandemic of Covid-19,...

The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered us into unprecedented times as both a nation and planet. This is no doubt a very stressful time for us all. But, amid all of this stress and uncertainty, we’re reminded of the importance of mindfulness.

The present moment isn't always a place of rest. Meditation can put us in touch with our stress and anxiety, and that's why it can be so helpful. Explore how our guided meditation can help soften feelings of anxiousness, reduce stress, and restore a sense of balance...

You’ve probably noticed that the word “mindfulness” is popping up everywhere. Even though mindfulness meditation has been around for millennia, the practice of mindfulness has been steadily gaining the attention of the medical and mental health community. Mindful...

“All work, no play,” is a motto that many busy workers live by in today’s professional environments, and mental health is struggling to keep up the pace. We’ve constructed the idea that success comes from pressing ourselves every day Over time, we’ve constructed the...

Feeling overwhelmed is a psychological monster that many of us men battle on a daily basis. It is a sense of dread, depression and infinitely more stressful emotions stacked on one another that keep us from appreciating life.