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SOUL FOOD SUNDAY #1
After Are You Feeding Your Soul? went live, many people chimed in with their favorite self-care practices and soul food. So far, #soulfoodsunday has dominated IG with posts of food and comfort dishes. Let’s reclaim the hashtag with a different twist! In honor of the *new* Soul Food Sunday, Rise and Thrive will be sending off the weekend with a list of 10 soul food tips and tricks, including those suggested from readers throughout the week! SOUL FOOD SUNDAY: 10 IDEAS Practice meditation. Bring out the essential oils. Fan faves: lavender, sacred frankincense, cedarwood, or blends such as peace & calming, tranquil, & stress-away Go for a walk! Suggestions included…
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Are You Feeding Your Soul?
You feed your body every day… … to sustain optimal performance. … to enjoy the taste of foods you love. … to maintain physical health. … to provide yourself comfort and support. Feeding our bodies is crucial to healthy living, but why do we not put the same importance on feeding our mental and spiritual selves? It’s not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It’s necessary. Mandy Hale Soul Food: A Definition Just like our physical bodies, our minds also need care to sustain optimal performance and maintain our mental health. Our mind needs for us to provide it with “food”…
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Consent: Check Yes or No?
April is sexual assault awareness month, and this April marks the 18th anniversary of SAAM, the sexual assault awareness month campaign organized by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC). Throughout the month, organizations host social media challenges, weekly themes, and local events to support and promote sexual assault awareness (see end of article for a couple noteworthy links and common social media tags). Trigger Warning: This article contains sexual themes and references to sexual assault. The Hype about Consent First, it is important to understand the relationship between sexual violence and consent. Sexual abuse is unwanted sexual activity, with perpetrators using force, making threats or taking advantage of victims not…
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Mindful Mini #1
Need a little spring pick-me-up? 👉🏼 Try this Mindful Mini: Imagine you are holding a beautiful, fragrant flower (or use a real one, if possible). Notice the scent of the flower. Let the fresh fragrance fill your nose, your lungs, and your body as you inhale deeply. As you exhale, imagine your breath gently blowing on the flower’s petals and leaves. Check in with your mind and body. Notice how you are feeling. Repeat as needed.
