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Sep 2023
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Being a mindful mama when everything aro...

DR. MONA AMIN
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Mindfulness seems to be the IT word lately, but why does it feel so daunting and overwhelming? I welcome Helene Kusman who is a mom, yoga teacher, reiki healer, with a masters in education to discuss how to be a mindful mama and why it helps us in a chaotic world. We discuss:  Misconceptions about mindfulness Building mindfulness into your life  M ... Show More
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