Improve Generalized Anxiety Disorder by Decentering and Mindfulness

Improve Generalized Anxiety Disorder by Decentering and Mindfulness   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Mindfulness allows us to interrupt automatic, reflexive fight, flight, or freeze reactions—reactions that can lead to anxiety, fear, foreboding, and worry.” – Bob Stahl   Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 million adults, […]

Relieve Social Anxiety with Mindfulness

Relieve Social Anxiety with Mindfulness   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Mindfulness is shown in research to use neural pathways in the brain that cause the nervous system to calm. Using mindfulness, we can begin to notice what happens in the body when anxiety is present and develop strategies to empower clients to “signal […]

Live Longer with Yoga and Meditation

  Live Longer with Yoga and Meditation   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “A growing body of research supports the immediate benefits of meditation, such as reduced stress and anxiety levels, lower blood pressure, and enhanced happiness. While these initial perks may be reason enough for us to practice, meditation’s positive impact appears […]

Reduce Test Anxiety with Mindful Breathing

Reduce Test Anxiety with Mindful Breathing   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Mindfulness training for students gives you tools to help you remain calm, sustain your attention, and be able to focus. It does this by helping you to pay attention to the present moment through simple breathing and meditation practices which increase […]