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Devote six hours per week to your relationship and notice an improvement in your communication, fondness and admiration, and attunement. How you chose to split... up your six hours a week is up to you, but we've provided a guide to help illustrate one way to integrate these six hours into your schedule. Learn more on the blog: https://bit.ly/3k7mdcX

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Partners who trust each other understand that a good relationship doesn’t just happen on its own. It needs to be cultivated. These couples express appreciation... for each other, they consider the other’s perspective during conflict, and are able to empathize, even when they don’t agree. They are there for each other during times of illness or stress and cherish the small moments. In healthy and trusting relationships, even a trip to the plant shop is an opportunity to grow a deeper connection. Building trust and commitment requires intentional effort. Discover more ways to invest in and strengthen your relationship with the Art and Science of Love online workshop. Use the code ASL10SOCIAL to receive 10% off: http://bit.ly/2x6jfC7

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The key to processing an argument is to first talk about what happened to understand what went wrong, how you each were feeling, and what could have prevented t...he discussion from ending in such a negative way. Try to understand your partner’s reality and not to argue for your own perspective. Take turns sharing what each other was feeling and what may have triggered those feelings by using the "What Triggered Me?" chart. Learn more about managing conflict and the Aftermath of a Fight exercise: https://bit.ly/3bsRy5c

You can do a lot to improve your mental and emotional health. Here are easy steps to take: Start every day with the phrase, Today is going to be a great day; ...positive self-talk has a powerful influence on the brain Write down three things you are grateful for every day Learn to meditate; a loving-kindness meditation is especially effective Take a daily walk in nature Stop the ANTs (automatic negative thoughts): When you’re feeling mad, sad, nervous or out of control, note down your negative thoughts and talk back to them Take a good multivitamin/mineral, vitamin D, magnesium and an omega-3 EPA/DHA supplement daily For general mental health support, use more saffron (which helps mood and memory), turmeric, peppermint and cinnamon (attention) in your cooking. And boost your diet for these specific issues: If you’re a worrier or moody: Consider taking 5-HTP and saffron; eat more tryptophan-containing foods (eggs, turkey, seafood, chickpeas) with healthy carbs like sweet potatoes and quinoa If you lack focus: Consider taking Rhodiola, Ashwagandha, and ginseng; have more dopamine-rich foods/drinks, such as turmeric, green tea, lentils, fish, lamb, chicken, turkey, beef, eggs, nuts and seeds, high protein veggies (broccoli, spinach) and protein powders If you are anxious: Consider taking GABA and theanine; eat more GABA-rich foods, such as broccoli, almonds, walnuts, lentils, bananas, beef liver, brown rice, halibut, gluten-free whole oats, oranges, rice bran and spinach

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While daily exercise, quality sleep, supplements and good mood foods are essential stress reducers, there are many other effective strategies for treating anxie...ty, including: 1. Be Grateful- Write down five things you are grateful for every day. Focusing on the things you are thankful for helps to calm the deep limbic or emotional areas of your brain. 2. Take a Time-Out- There are a variety of relaxation methods, including meditating, diaphragmatic breathing and listening to brain-enhancing music. Find a technique that works for you and use it whenever you become stressed. 3. Face Your Fears- Unless the situation is life-threatening, do not leave, run away from, or ignore whatever is causing you to have anxiety. Like standing up to a bully, you must face the fear or concern directly, or it will always have control over you and increase your anxiety. 4. Learn to Let Go- Accept that you can’t control everything. If you’re holding on too tightly, you might be causing yourself unnecessary stress, which will only make your anxiety worse. 5. Repeat a Mantra- Repeating simple words like May I be safe and secure can increase positive emotions and decrease negative ones. Research has shown that Loving Kindness Meditations (LKM) can minimize pain, migraine headaches and the symptoms of PTSD. 6. Talk It Out- This is an absolute must. Let friends and family know when you’re emotionally overwhelmed. Seek professional help if necessary, but don’t fight your battles alone. 7. Use a Visual Anchor- Whether it’s looking up at the clouds or staring at a picture of a tropical paradise, find a visual anchor that will calm you down during stressful situations. 8. Exaggerate Your Greatest Fear- Tell your fear to someone in as dramatic fashion as possible. Repeating the story several times will make your fear seem downright silly. 9. Laugh- When all else fails, laugh. Laughing releases stress-reducing endorphins into your bloodstream. Laughter truly is the best medicine and can work wonders in relieving anxiety. (Image credit: @themindgeek ) #COVID19 #coronavirus #mentalhealth

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