Let's All Take a Deep Breath Together, Shall We?

[SparkPeople.com::The Weekly Spark]( [Deep Breath In...]( Honestly, we can't remember what we did before mindfulness. While there are plenty of stereotypes and misconceptions about the practice, mindfulness really comes down to taking a few minutes out of your day to turn inward and be present. And couldn't we all use a little more of that? As we deal with COVID-19 and the constant news stream, now is a great time to factor a little mindful meditation into your practice. Start today with one of these 24 options. [+ Read More]( [From the desk of: Alicia Capetillo, Editor-in-Chief SparkPeople]( Confession time: We're a little nervous, too. Between the constant news cycle and quarantine, there's a lot of uncertainty and a lot of frustration happening all around the country and world right now. Let me start by saying: Your feelings are valid. No matter whether you're feeling anxious or angry, stressed or sad, you are allowed to feel whatever way you're feeling. No judgement. While no one knows exactly what the future holds, for now, it's important to focus on your mental health. Get outside when you can, turn off the news, stay active, enjoy this unprecedented time with your family and consider adding a mindfulness practice to your day. Below, we've gathered some of our favorite stories on mindfulness, working from home and home workouts to help you in this transitory time. Stay safe and healthy out there, and remember to take care of yourself! [A Mindful Minute]( Whether you're a master of meditation or just need a time-out to breathe for a few minutes during a hectic day, a mindfulness practice is powerful. People are quick to dismiss it as a fad or passing trend, though. So we consulted the experts and asked them to break down what we have to gain by adding just one minute of mindfulness to our day. Prepare to be impressed. [+ Read More]( [10 Bodyweight Training Exercises You Can Try at Home]( We really, really, REALLY miss our gym, too. But as we continue to practice social distancing and steer clear of crowded areas, now is the perfect opportunity to discover the home workout! Not only is exercise very important for your mental health, but keeping busy during this quarantine is important for your sanity. If you don't know where to start, try these 10 bodyweight moves and get your sweat on! [+ Read More]( [Home Office]( If you're a new member of the Work From Home Club, we'd first like to say welcome! While convenient for many reasons, working from home also comes with its own set of struggles. There are distractions everywhere (Laundry! Snacks!) for one, so it's important to approach the new office with a certain mindset. Read up on our tips for smarter ways to stay healthy while you ride out COVID-19 while working from home. [+ Read More]( [Protein-Packed]( [Powerful Plyometrics]( [Stress Baking Inspiration]( GET OUR BEST: [Like on Facebook]([Pin on Pinterest]([Follow on Instagram]( SparkPeople Apps]( your Food]( [Redeem Your SparkPoints]( [Unsubscribe]( © 2020 SparkPeople, Inc. All rights reserved. [Terms]( | [Privacy]( | [Manage Emails]( 310 Culvert St., Suite 301, Cincinnati, OH 45202