Cultural Safety: Dr. Daniel McKennitt M.D.'s Youth Health

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ESSENTIAL STRATEGIES FOR OPTIMAL LIVING
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INTRODUCTION
Optimal living involves balancing physical
health, mental well-being, and meaningful
relationships while pursuing personal development
and purposeful goals.
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• PRIORITIZE FOREST BATHING

Forest bathing, or nature therapy, enhances
mental and physical health in natural settings.
Any green space, not just woods, can offer
benefits, as demonstrated by the Japanese,
emphasizing the healing power of the outdoors,
particularly for the immune system.
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2. MEDITATION
Incorporate stillness into your daily routine for
enhanced well-being. Practice moments of internal
peace, like mindful breathing, for 20 to 40
minutes daily, promoting happiness and
contemplation.
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3. THE STOPWATCH TAP TECHNIQUE
Amidst ongoing traumatic events like COVID-19,
tappinga technique similar to EMDRprovides a
simple, at-home method to reduce anxiety,
tension, and stress, offering relief from
feelings triggered by isolation and loss.
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4. THE EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE
Like the technique above, EFT is used to reduce
stress and anxiety responses in all ages without
needing much training.
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5. CHANGE YOUR SOUND LANDSCAPE
Explore ZenLifeRelax on Spotify and Youtube for
soothing sounds and frequencies proven to have
relaxing and balancing effects for all ages,
including pets.
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6. CHANGE YOUR SMELL LANDSCAPE
Enhance your home environment with
immune-boosting essential oils like DoTerra's On
Guard or Young Living's Thieves Oil, promoting a
balanced nervous and immune system. Boku, an
organic coconut wax candle infused with Thieves
oil blend, offers a personalized immune support
option.
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7. REDUCE STIMULANTS FOR CLARITY
Stimulants like caffeine may contribute to brain
fog and stress consider a break, opting for
non-caffeinated alternatives for mental clarity
during lockdown.
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CONCLUSION
In conclusion, achieving optimal living involves
a holistic approach, balancing physical and
mental well-being, meaningful relationships,
personal development, and purposeful goals.
Taking mindful breaks from stimulants like
caffeine can contribute to mental clarity and
reduced stress, especially during challenging
times like lockdowns.
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