Canyon Ranch® talks a lot about wellness, and rightly so. Long-term health is something we should be investing in, and they’re kind of the experts. But wellness can be a vague term.
Cue the nutritionists, physiologists, and other mind-body gurus that make Canyon Ranch® a destination. They approach the subject holistically, asking how lifestyle choices impact overall well-being. Fitness classes, whole foods, meditation: The goal is to leave with a whole new normal.
And the key to it all? Mindfulness. As their pros like to say, it’s the difference between living your life with intention, and living your life by default. Read on for three Canyon Ranch®-approved ways to be mindful every day.
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Do a Digital Detox
Unplug everything (looking at you, social-media scrollers). You’ll be amazed at how present you can be when you’re not anticipating a ping. Whether it’s choosing to leave your phone behind at dinner or vowing to power off before bed, technology-free time allows you to get in touch with yourself.
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Find Your Mindful Moment
You don’t need to be sitting in Lotus pose for this to work. In fact, checking in with yourself throughout the day can help slow down your reactivity. (Like when you want to fire off a response to that passive-aggressive email.) Try it on your commute, at lunchtime – even brushing your teeth.
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Try Life Mapping
It’s a simple concept with wow results. This brainstorming technique lets you diagram ideas and sort through the mind muddle. Start by writing down a thought and let others branch out from there, without editing. You’ll start to make connections that become a very workable plan.
By Grady Ross, Staff Writer
