The history of Mardi Gras involves a storied past that can be traced back to early medieval Europe. While the earliest mention of any type of carnival-like celebration wasn’t until the late 1700s when the first existence of Mardi Gras clubs and organizations were starting to be formed in New Orleans, it wasn’t until the…
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11 Mindful Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day 2025
I love celebrating Valentine’s Day! What better way to appreciate your other half than to do something mindful, unique, and different for this annual celebration of your love and appreciation for one another. Did you know that Valentine’s Day was celebrated to honor St. Valentine back in Roman times? According to www.history.com and their article…
A Winter Self-Care Toolkit: Mindful Ideas for Inner Warmth and Improved Well-Being
The holiday season is something we look forward to all year. The presents, the festive activities, the happy gatherings, the seasonal caroling, maybe even a little snow to witness on Christmas morning. All of these things can bring joy and excitement to most people. But we should remember that mindfulness during this time of year…
11 Easy Ways to Have More Gratitude During and After Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time of year that brings us back to that grateful and thankful place when surrounded by those we love, beautiful home cooked meals displayed on beautifully decorated tables, long-awaited cooler weather, and some well-earned time off. We seem to be overflowing with gratitude and thankfulness during the Thanksgiving season. Yet, when it’s…