In the Flow: Bridging the Science and Practice of Mindfulness will change the way you live your life! In clear and captivating style, neuroscientist, Dr. Deborah Norris, lays out new theories in the science of mindfulness, revealing how simple practices are able to remove our roadblocks to health and happiness. You can get back In…
Dr. Deborah Norris discusses the Science of Mindfulness with Neal Howard on the podcast, Health Professional Radio, recorded October 27, 2017.
Repeated tragedies in the headlines bring pain and suffering into all of our lives. We experience the stress and trauma of these tragedies, requiring that we find a way to cope, to go on, and to heal again and again. Mindfulness cannot undo the damage done by senseless acts of violence and natural disasters, but…
When the weather turns cooler, salad is not usually the first thing that comes to mind for lunch or dinner. However, salads can be hearty and comfortingly substantial without being too heavy during the seasonal shift to cooler weather. This BBQ beans and greens salad is inspired by Terry Hope Romero’s Salad Samarai cookbook which I…
As the temperatures drop and the leaves turn dramatic shades of orange and red, it is undeniable that Fall is here. In appreciating the colors this past weekend, I considered what it means to be mindful. Naturally, it is delicious when what is arising in the present moment evokes the sensation of pleasure, relaxation or…
Much is said these days about being “in the moment.” We long for the stillness that allows us to let go of the busyness of our lives. We yearn for an easier pace of life, and the opportunities to enjoy the simple things in life. The ephemeral moment is frustratingly hard to capture. The instant…
Does it feel like your life has been defined by busyness lately? Perhaps that sense of running from one activity or task to another is just life as usual. Have you ever taken a moment to consider if this is a sustainable lifestyle, or entertained another way of being? What would it be like to…
Where I live, summer is giving way to cooler fall temperatures and the days are getting shorter. As the weather changes, I notice that my body is starting to crave warmer, more comforting foods. It’s a good time to begin to shift from the astringent foods of summer such as raw salads to warmer soups…
That is just what yoga has to offer. If you are looking for a natural pain reliever, I encourage you to look to yoga. The healing power of yoga is real and there’s science to back it up (for all you down dog skeptics!) along with plenty of first hand experience and testimonials. The last…
The journey to living an authentic life can, at times, be scary and challenging. Often, we want the people in our lives to approve of our choices, or validate our feelings. For me, there have been many decisions that I have made that sometimes weren’t fully supported by either family or friends. Regardless of my…