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A Practice: Moments of transcendence
Transcendent experiences are emotional responses that inform how individuals see themselves in relationship to God, others, and the world. Here's how to get more of these experiences.
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Growing Through Hardship: Practices for Resilience and Purpose
How do we build resilience and stay connected to purpose in the midst of suffering? Lauren Van Vranken shares 3 practices.
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New Rhythms: How Can I Grow my Daily Spiritual Practices?
Dr. Pamela King invites us to find daily spiritual practices that will draw us closer to ourselves, others and God.
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Slowing Down and Thriving This Advent
Dr. Pamela King highlights the importance of pacing during the holidays, offering self-awareness practices to refocus on what matters most.
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Moral Elevation (Part 2): Practices for Elevating Ourselves and Our World
Postdoctoral Researcher, Dr. Susan Mangan provides research-based activities to help us experience the positive emotion of elevation.
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A Practice: Love and Closeness and How They Fortify our Minds, Bodies, and Relationships
Love is necessary for wholeness. Read how you can get closer to those you care about.
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Tips for Thriving Through Unpredictable Times
Move from surviving to thriving by using the six tips in this post. Explore the links for deeper understanding.
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Dad Jokes: Science Agrees we Need More Laughter
Research shows that humor can ease stress during hard times. Dr. Susan Mangan shares 3 evidence-based practices to help us get started.
Agility
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A Practice: The Five A’s of Agility
Part of our journey towards thriving involves agility. Pamela King explains how we can be agile through a 5-step process.
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Kids and Anxious Minds (Part 2): Practices to Help Kids Cope During Times of Anxiety
Student researchers share 3 research-based techniques to increase relaxation, support positive behaviors, and create a structured routine for kids.
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Kids and Anxious Minds (Part 1): How Parents Can Support Children Struggling with Anxiety
Student researchers recommend 3 evidence-based interventions that parents can use to help regulate kids' stress and emotions at home.
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It’s Okay to Let Your Child be Bored This Summer
Written during the Summer of 2020, this post maintains wisdom for parents about the importance of unstructured time and play.
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