intentional mindfulness

15 Super Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care

March 31, 2019 By Ashley McKeown 4 Comments

Let’s be honest – moms usually put self-care on the back burner. We put ourselves last not only because of stress and time constraints, but also guilt. We feel guilty taking time for ourselves, or buying things for ourselves instead of our kids.

I’m here today to give you permission to treat yo’ self.

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How to Use Your 5 Senses to Practice Intentional Mindfulness

October 23, 2018 By Ashley McKeown Leave a Comment

If you missed the first part of this post, pause and go read What is Intentional Mindfulness, and How Do You Practice It?

Intentional Mindfulness is really about using your 5 senses to engage in what’s around you.

These skills are always with you and can be used anywhere, and they’re often the key to calming your mind.

Whether it’s because you’re having a panic attack and need to feel grounded, or you’re feeling so angry that you want to explode, engaging your 5 senses will allow you to get out of your head and concentrate on your body.

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What is Intentional Mindfulness, and How Do You Practice It?

October 23, 2018 By Ashley McKeown 2 Comments

What is intentional mindfulness, and how do you practice it?

Well first, let me tell you that I am a terrible multitasker.

I don’t try to pretend I’m not, but I’ve always wondered why I don’t seem to have this amazing quality that so many women seem to possess. My husband’s been frustrated more than once at my inability to listen to him AND watch a movie at the same time. Cooking three things at once sends me into a complete panic, and I need complete silence to read or work. My home is always covered in never-ending to-do lists that I struggle to keep up with.

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