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Did you know that moving is considered to be one of life's most stressful moments? It's right up there with heartbreak and starting a new job. If you are moving this weekend, I've probably made you feel a whole lot worse. Yet, even though it is incredibly difficult to move, it can also be hard to feel "at home." So, as you move in the last box into your new digs, here are a few ways you can make yourself feel right at home. 

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While this may not be the time of year you want to hear it, we all need to relax more. With everyone working more, tragedies happening all around the world that impact us deeply, and everything else we juggle day-to-day in life, it's no wonder we're all exhausted and sleepless. Yet, for the benefit of our overall wellbeing, it's important to sit back, relax, and not do so much anymore. But where do you start? It can begin with one small thing – setting boundaries. Here are a few places to start:

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Some say it’s a fad, others it’s a lifestyle, and for many, it’s a path to healthy living. It’s also, of course, a major lifestyle adjustment that doesn’t always come easy. Habits take time to break. And as someone who’s recently attempted veganism, resetting my palate and resisting the urge to go back to my animal-eating ways has been a challenge, but I’ve pushed through. It is totally doable, and millions of people around the world live plant-based, and so can you.

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Our bodies may be the vehicle that carries us from point A to point B, but our minds are our engines. It doesn’t matter how shiny and expensive a car looks on the outside, it will not run if the engine is broken, and that goes for our minds, too. In order for us to truly thrive, our minds, along with our body, have to operate in harmony. While there is no foolproof path to achieving optimal mental health,  the good news is that there are small things, if done in conjunction, that anyone can do to improve their overall wellbeing.

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When was the last time you said no to an extra project or favor? When was the last time you relaxed for the sake of relaxing (and not for the Instagram photo op)? When was the last time you put down your smart phone or tablet, and let yourself be? If you find the side hustle is bringing you down, maybe it's time to give yourself a break. This is easier said than done, of course, but it's worth considering especially if your stress levels are out of control. Here's a few tips to keep in mind if you want to stop the hustle and start relaxing.

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