The Science of Happiness
We’ve been reflecting on mindfulness and how it contributes to positive psychological and physical well-being. I’d love to expand on what actually does make us content and contributes to tangible boosts in happiness.
Mindfulness: hop off the hedonic treadmill
Continuing our exploration of mindfulness, this week we discuss hedonic adaptation and offer some ideas to step off the hedonic treadmill.
What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a buzzworthy concept. A practical tool for your tool belt. But what is it? And how do you practice it?
Feeling Free in Utah
Read about Bryana's recent adventure camping and hiking in Utah.
"We knew that a “class 5 scramble” would be part of our entry/exit to Coyote Gulch, but honestly I had no idea what that meant. We also knew that we had to carry out ALLLL of our own waste. I DID know what that meant….yikes."
Author: Bryana Cook is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) and Clinical Trainee, as well as a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher through Yoga Alliance. She works full-time as an Elementary School Social Worker, owns and operates her own yoga business: Northern Namaste Yoga, and partners with Amanda and Joella to bring you Boreal Bliss Yoga Retreats.
Bryana has a passion for wellness, yoga, and the great outdoors.
