5 Things to Do Before Breakfast to Kick-Start a Great Day
We’ve all been there — hitting the snooze button several times before rolling out of bed, rushing out of the house, skipping breakfast — and still not starting work on time. You may not realize this, but your morning routine can determine the mood of your entire day. Luckily, there are five easy things that […]
Using Meditation to Achieve Mindfulness
The holiday season can be a paradox. We celebrate miracles that could only have existed because people were guided by their listening, witnessing, sensing, believing, and willingness to come together and be aware. Yet, in our personal here and now, with holidays imminent, we are apt to turn away from community and away from ourselves […]
Brain MRI shows why meditation helps reduce pain
The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts Q: For years, I have needed narcotic medications to control my chronic pain. My doctor is trying to reduce my dose by asking me to practice meditation. Can this really help reduce my pain? A: Yes, meditation and other avenues to mindfulness can help decrease your use of […]
Get Started on Mindfulness Meditation Today
The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts By Howard LeWine, M.D. Q: I have been hearing a lot more about mindfulness recently. Given my hectic life, it sounds like I might benefit. But I am not sure how to start. Any suggestions? A: Mindfulness is the practice of purposely focusing your attention on the present […]
