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It’s Time for Change: Recognizing the Moment and Taking Action

MindfulGrowthLabS
3 min readApr 27, 2024
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I have been dealing with a lot of stress lately and although I thought I was doing fine, it kept getting worse.

I often felt as though I am treading water, barely keeping my head above the crashing waves. The idea of change was daunting, but it’s also exactly the next step to take that might have saved me. For anyone feeling overwhelmed by life’s burdens, remember: it’s never too late to steer your ship towards a brighter horizon.

The Tipping Point

It often starts quietly — a creeping sense of dissatisfaction, a whisper of exhaustion that grows louder with each passing day. For many, the realization that change is necessary comes when it feels like we’ve hit rock bottom. Bills pile up, work becomes a source of constant stress, and personal life feels like an uphill battle. This is not just a rough patch; it’s a clear signal that something fundamentally needs to shift.

First Change: Mindful Walks

One of the first and most accessible changes you can make is incorporating mindful walks into your daily routine. Mindfulness and nature together have a profound effect on our mental health. A daily walk in a nearby park or even around your neighborhood can help clear your mind, reduce stress, and improve physical health. This simple act allows…

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MindfulGrowthLabS

Written by MindfulGrowthLabS

I'm a mom of two teenagers, burnt out at work, becoming an advocate for mental health care. Enough is enough!

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