The practice of deep relaxation is built on the premise that relaxed muscles and anxiety are mutually exclusive states. We can bring about very deep relaxation intentionally and adopt it as a practice. That requires learning to release muscular tension, breathing practices, even bringing attention to sensation. It’s fascinating work that deeply soothes and breaks … Continue reading De-Stressing: Allowing Our Bodies to Work
People of all ages are invited to help bring winter-themed poetry to life in this virtual adaptation of one of WES’s favorite celebrations. We’ll lift up peace, hope, love, joy, and giving in creative and collaborative ways.
Between the dwindling hours of sunlight and difficult memories associated with the time of year, many people struggle with the winter holiday season. Let’s look out for one another, and let’s give comfort and solace to our own troubled hearts.
Some of us may be anticipating stressful situations, and are looking for skills in de-escalation. The first step is to de-escalate our own minds and hearts. How can we respond rather than react when our earliest instincts tell us to fight or flee?
