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Which Day Do You Remember?

Why is it that we often remember bad days? Is it because most of the days surrounding the bad day were good? If someone was very depressed and sad everyday, it seems like they would remember a good day, since it’s different from the days they are used to experiencing. So which day do you [...]

Do Something Nice for Someone Else

Today, make it your mission to do at least one thing nice for someone else. It can be as simple as holding the elevator door open for 5 seconds to let someone in, or it can be as time consuming as fully listening to a random person go on and on about something for 5 [...]

Video: Stretch the Sides of the Neck

Copy and paste the link below into your browser to watch the video – with or without volume! Stretch out the sides of YOUR neck TODAY!

http://vimeo.com/3325654

Kind Words

When’s the last time you’ve said something kind, compassionate, or sweet to someone? Maybe it was 5 minutes ago, but maybe it was 5 months ago. Speaking kind words may seem underrated, but kind words are necessary to breed a positive and compassionate community for ourselves and others. 

Reflect on this quote from Mother Theresa: “Kind [...]

Burn Brightly without Burning Out

“Burn brightly without burning out” – Richard Biggs
What a great quote! For many of us it’s hard to find that perfect balance between working/playing hard and still maintaining some sort of mental and physical homeostasis. Today briefly reflect on your weekend and see if there were times when you may have ignored yourself when you [...]

Replacing Pop (Soda) with…

Are you a huge pop drinker? (Or “soda” drinker for all you non-midwesterners!) By “huge” I don’t just mean people who drink 4 cans of coke per day. This can apply to you if you drink half a can a day. However much (or little) pop you drink, can you think of a healthier alternative [...]

List of Worries

Do you ever go through an entire day, worried about something that’s going to happen tomorrow? Do you feel like your thoughts of worry are a constant part of your state of mind? Could you list at least one thing that you are worried about right now? If so, how about making a “list of [...]

Shoulder Rolls

Here’s a great exercise to do throughout the day to relieve tension that so many of us hold in our shoulders!

http://vimeo.com/3271219

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Smile at a Stranger

Today, try smiling at a stranger. If he/she doesn’t smile back, don’t feel rejected; just try again!

Attending Workout Classes

Sometimes it’s hard to motivate yourself to work out. That’s why gyms offer fitness classes! Pick a workout class this week to attend at your gym, pop in a workout DVD, or youtube an aerobic video!