Posts on how to slow down and be present in the moment.
3 Ridiculously Simple Technology Hacks for Mindfulness
Being present is hard. Really hard. In a day and age where we have a million different things competing for our attention, it can be incredibly difficult to stay in the moment. One of the biggest challenges to staying in the moment? Technology. But this isn’t a rant against …
5 Super Simple Ways to Practice Mindfulness While Traveling
The season for travel is upon us. (Hip hip hooray!) Whether you’re hopping on a plane, going on a road trip, or enjoying a long weekend, mindfulness is an incredibly easy (and free) way to make the most of the experience. Remember, mindfulness is about paying attention to your …
I Went to Paris and Came Back with This Can’t Miss Mantra
If you follow me on Instagram then you know that I just got back from ten days in France. (I know, rough life.) It was an incredible trip, filled with lots of pinch me moments and amazing memories. But I noticed something while I was there, and it prompted me …
You Can’t Be Happier, Healthier, or Calmer Without Doing This First
Today I am sharing the simplest activity that can change so much about your day. Your mood, your patience, your productivity, your happiness, and your relationships…it’s all on the table. Check out the video below for the quick tip, and start using it today! Question: When was the …
5 Tips for Mindful Eating + Why It’s Important
If you’ve been reading Dr. Allison Answers for a while, you know that I am a big fan of mindfulness. Quick recap: mindfulness involves bringing your attention to the present moment, focusing all your attention and energy on the here and now. Mindfulness means paying attention to what is happening …
Three Reasons You’re Still Not Meditating
If you were to ask me the top five things you can do to improve your mental and emotional health, meditating would absolutely be on the list. Meditation has so many incredible benefits, yet when I talk with clients, friends, and family, a lot of people are pretty slow to …
Calm App Review: What You Can Get for Free
People often ask me how I stay calm all the time. The short answer? I don’t. I’m a human, and like everyone else, I have my fair share less than shining moments. (Don’t believe me? Hear my humorous recount of a recent mini-meltdown I had while traveling in the video …
A Mindful Mantra for Stress, Worry, and Distraction
It’s no secret that I’m a big advocate of talking to yourself. While it might seem strange, talking to yourself is an important way to cope when your brain goes on autopilot. When it comes to autopilot mode, most of us trend toward stress, worry, and distraction. Whether it’s …
10 Easy Ways to be More Present This Weekend
You know that Monday morning question, “Where did the weekend go?” It’s easy to miss stuff when you spend most of the weekend on autopilot. Research shows that humans spend nearly 47% of their day thinking about something other than what they’re doing. Whoa. We need to find more ways …
How to Eat Anything Mindfully
If mindful eating has you saying, “Huh, what’s that?” then you’re in the right place. I’m going to walk you through a mindful eating exercise, step by step, so you can experience the goodness for yourself. But first, why is mindful eating important? Well, it’s important for a few …
