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I went for a hike in Washington state and captured this moment, experiencing a time and place in nature. Understanding that we’re all not *in* nature when we’re hiking, but that we *are* nature, and this environment is what shaped and gave rise to us, has helped me better accept myself and humanity, warts and all.

When you're under very stressful conditions, you will most often not perform optimally. Your recall, ability to focus, reaction times, among other things, will probably suffer. A great stress management toolset can make a critical difference, giving you a considerable advantage and relief. Imagine who you can be and what you can do with the right help...

I see you! I was just like you. You know science-backed mindfulness programs work, and are better for you long term than drug therapies, but there's something holding you back. You have some kind reservation. What happens if you are too stressed to complete the program? What happens if you're terrible at meditation? What if it doesn't work? I had the same questions, which is why I offer a 100% money back guarantee. If you don't see the potential for substantial positive changes in your life after two weeks, you can leave with a full refund.

Results from a recent clinical trial comparing Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) with a common drug therapy (escitalopram) for treatment of those with anxiety disorders suggest that MBSR is just as effective as drug therapy, and without risks of dependence and other side effects. This provides hope for the many who suffer from anxiety and stress and desire treatment, but would prefer to avoid drug therapies.

Many people know that Keanu Reeves is one of the nicest, most pleasant people to work with in Hollywood. Fewer know that Reeves' early life was marked by tragic challenges. Meditation can teach us to overcome and bring us peace through complete acceptance.

Kobe Bryant strained under the weight of his own basketball greatness, which required incredible mental effort. Kobe found what he needed through a great coach and meditation.

Steve Jobs understood the critical benefits of a regular meditation practice. He believed a calm mind was vitally important to fuel the creativity, vision, and innovation required of him.

While many know a calm mind is important, they've found great difficulty implementing a meditation practice, or they're in a state where they want calm immediately and don't know where to start. I can help. I'm Joseph Tucker. I can make you noticeably calmer in 7 days, no matter who you are. No matter what your circumstances.

Here's the encouragement you wanted: Get outside! Relax your mind. Be with your senses. Experience nature. Move your body. Enjoy your weekend!

If you're exhausted by your work; If focus is impossible; If you have difficulty reading or getting to sleep, then it might be time to work on your mental game.

Attention is a muscle and it can be overworked. The solution to a small flabby muscle isn't just rest. You need to work it. You need to build it. And your studies and work won't do this for you.

YOU NEED TO TRAIN YOUR ATTENTION AND FOCUS.

And if you want to train your focus, you'll need to master your stress.

So many people start a mindfulness meditation practice without clear guidelines and goals because they haven’t been provided with any. I understand why this is the case — the knowledge gained through meditation is experiential and hard to describe with language. There are also rich histories of meditation in other cultures in other times that can translate poorly to the present. There are so many who expect mystical experiences from the start, or have an idea of a concept like ego death, that can be confusing and disruptive.

So I’m leaving a few sign posts here that beginning meditators might look for in the first few weeks, months or years of practice.

I hope beginners find these useful.

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Some of the best supplements for reducing baseliness stress and anxiety may take more than a week or even two before you to begin feel effects. However, for those supplements listed below, positive effects will continue increasing for several to many weeks thereafter. Patience is very much a rewarding virtue.⁠
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Ashwagandha: This herb has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine to reduce stress and anxiety. It is thought to work by regulating the stress hormone cortisol. ⁠
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L-theanine: This amino acid, commonly found in tea leaves, has been shown to promote relaxation and reduce stress. ⁠
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Omega-3 fatty acids: These fatty acids, found in fish oil and other sources, have been found to have anti-inflammatory effects which may help to reduce stress.⁠
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Probiotics: These "good" bacteria are thought to help balance the gut microbiome and improve overall health, including reducing stress and anxiety.⁠
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It's worth noting that these supplements should be taken under the guidance of a healthcare professional, as they may interact with other medications you are taking or have other side effects.⁠
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Why is Finland consistently one of the happiest places on earth? Researchers have identified several reasons -- most of which I teach my clients. One stands out as a critically important low-hanging fruit: the Finns avoid comparisons to others. ⁠
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The idea that comparison leads to unhappiness is a common sentiment in many cultures. This is because when we compare ourselves to others, we often focus on our own shortcomings and the successes of others, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy and dissatisfaction with our own lives. Additionally, constantly comparing ourselves to others can also lead to feelings of envy and resentment, which can further contribute to unhappiness. In Finnish culture, it is considered that it's important to focus on one's own journey and progress, rather than constantly comparing oneself to others.⁠
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