It looks like those granola-loving hippies were right! Tree Hugging has real emotional and physical benefits - and you don’t have to be in the middle of a forest to seek them out! Science has proven that everything has its own vibrational rate. Trees and plants happen to have vibrational properties that promote health and well-being in ‘beings’ - so go on! Hug a tree! Hug three! Side note: If you’re hugging trees in your neighborhood - nighttime is a good cover. Not every

Mindfulness is described as “the nonjudgmental awareness of experiences in the present moment” and has been proven to have significant psychological and physical benefits, including stress reduction and improved cognitive functioning. An easy way to practice mindfulness? Watch the sun rise OR set. Experiences of awe bring people into the present moment and time slows down. By taking the time to gaze out into the beautiful, color-splashed heavens, we’re actually empowering our

Lemons, lemons the magical fruit... Did you know that by adding lemon juice to your water, you can improve brain function? Lemons are high in potassium and magnesium, which are nutrients that help your brain and nervous system work properly! I like to make lemon cubes in ice trays so I always have fresh, organic lemon juice available to dump in my water bottle, for when I’m too lazy to squeeze it. Which is always. #Bipolar #OCD #Dyspraxia #Antioxidants #Detox #BrainHeal

I was never really a team-sport kind of girl. I played soccer along with every other little kid, but I was a lot more interested in using the soccer field for cart-wheels and dance routines, than waiting for the herd to come to my side of the field, where I was half-assed defending the goal. In high school I joined the diving team, and what the fresh hell is that all about? First of all, I’m deathly afraid of heights - my eyes will roll back into my head in a hot second if

My kids know if they ever feel too 'wound up', in whatever form - hanging upside down off the bed, heart higher than the head, provides an instant calming sensation. I'm not too proud to use this technique myself, weekly. It's the getting back up part that's embarrassing. #Calming #Yoga #MINDfulTechnique #BrainGangster #StaceyTuris #ADHDSuperhero #ADHDSymptoms #ADD #AttentionDeficit

This is such an easy and healthy breakfast that can be eaten at the table or in your car! It's so good for your brain in so many ways - lots of plant protein and healthy fats! Wheat Middle Eastern Flat Bread (or your choice) Spread with Nut Butter of your choice Slice Apples and lay them down on half of the flat bread Sprinkle with crushed Walnuts Sprinkle with raw Hemp Hearts (avail. at any health store) Sprinkle with Trader Joes (or alternative) Super Seed and Ancient Grai