A zebra often spends its day lazily grazing or enjoying a cool drink, with nothing but sustenance on its mind. Yet, when a lion unsuspectingly lunges toward the zebra, the zebra's adrenaline kicks in and its heart fires on all cylinders as it literally runs for its life. Miraculously, when it finally evades the predator, the zebra will once again mindlessly gnaw on grass as if nothing ever happened. But for humans, stress is perpetual. We have moments of heart-racing intensity that cause some severe heart palpitations, but survival isn’t the only stressor in our lives. We are inundated with work, presentations, bills, family obligations, events, and so much more — each with the potential of leaving our immune systems compromised if the stress is not properly managed. Meditation is a practice that has been used to combat stress for centuries, yet skeptics treat it as bunk science. But before you write off mindfulness, consider this: Studies have shown that meditation can improve your attention, reinvigorate your energy levels, and even help you perform better in tests and at work. The biggest misconception about meditation— and what typically dissuades people from trying it — is that beginners believe meditating has to be done a certain way to be considered helpful. On the contrary, JUST RELAX At The Livewell Clinic, patient care is our greatest priority. As a courtesy, we request your assistance in keeping your scheduled appointments and arriving on time, and please keep in mind our late or no-show policies. Late Arrivals: If you arrive at your appointment more than 10 minutes after your scheduled time, we reserve the right to reschedule your appointment to ensure other patients are seen. No-Shows: If you cannot make your appointment, contact us 24 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule. If you don’t do this and don’t show up for your appointment, this will be considered a no-show. • First no-show: This will be documented, and you will be notified. • Second no-show: This will be documented, and the appointment will be deducted from your plan and monthly offerings. Please help us continue to provide the care you and our other patients deserve by arriving on time or notifying us. Thank you for your understanding, and please contact us for more information. Our Late Arrival or No-Show Policies RUNNING LATE?
WHY YOU NEED TO TRY MEDI TAT ION
meditation is about finding the individual peace your body needs and craves. If you’re searching for an introduction to this tried-and-true routine and a way to fit it into your life, look no further than your phone. Calm is a great beginner app. Its features are flexible to a user’s preferences, and the best part is that it offers some programs for free. Another free app that can guide a burgeoning meditator is Insight Timer, which offers guided sessions and a meditation timer. However, the most popular app for meditation is Headspace. It remains so popular because of its reputation, despite costing $12.99 per month. Headspace offers users many options, including meditative sessions for kids, mini programs, and emergency meditation moments. To learn more about your health and tips for living a healthier lifestyle, visit The Livewell Clinic’s blog at TheLivewellClinic.com/Blog or give us a call at 515.279.9900.
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