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Finding Joy in Everyday Life: Reclaiming Light from a Dark Mind
“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” – Henri Nouwen Joy can feel like a foreign...
CJ Jackson
Apr 24 min read
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Gongfu Cha: Tea Ceremony for Mental Health & Focus
How a Tiny Teacup Became My Daily Mental Health Treatment There’s a quiet kind of magic that happens when I sit down with my tea tray,...
CJ Jackson
Mar 315 min read
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Adaptogenic Herbs for Spring Stress Management: A Holistic Guide to Balance and Resilience
As spring awakens the world with new life, our bodies and minds often undergo a seasonal shift. Longer days, increased activity, and...
CJ Jackson
Mar 204 min read
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The Science Behind Forest Bathing: Unlocking Nature’s Healing Power
A forest is a collection of a living, breathing green sanctuary teeming with life, energy, and a quiet wisdom that has sustained humanity...
CJ Jackson
Mar 194 min read
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Creating Mindful Family Rituals: Building Connection, Joy, and Meaning in Everyday Life
Everday we deal with endless responsibilities, digital distractions, and overwhelming schedules, many families find themselves longing...
CJ Jackson
Mar 75 min read
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Spring Cleaning for the Soul: Decluttering Mind, Body, and Space
Spring is a season of renewal—a time when nature awakens, flowers bloom, and the air is filled with fresh possibilities. It’s also the...
CJ Jackson
Feb 274 min read
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Embracing Impermanence: Growing Through Change
Introduction: The Only Constant is Change From the moment humanity first stood upright and gazed at the stars, change has been our...
CJ Jackson
Feb 245 min read
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The Zen of Walking Meditation: How to Turn Every Step into Mindfulness
Introduction: The Art of Walking with Awareness We often think of meditation as something that happens in stillness—sitting cross-legged,...
CJ Jackson
Feb 205 min read
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Navigating Chaos: The Science of Adaptogens in an Unstable World
Using Adaptogens to Stay Balanced in High-Stress Environments The modern world is not built for balance. We exist in a constant state of...
CJ Jackson
Feb 144 min read
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Laughing Through the Darkness: The Power of Satire and Humor in Mental Health
We are living in a world where stress, anxiety, and existential dread seem to lurk around every corner. Laughter often feels like a...
CJ Jackson
Feb 124 min read
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Empowering Unity: Mobilizing Marginalized Communities to Uphold Diversity and Inclusion in 2025
In 2025, as we confront the resurgence of authoritarian ideologies that threaten the fabric of our democracy, it is imperative to...
CJ Jackson
Feb 35 min read
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Blueprint for Empowerment: Organizing and Healing a Community Under Threat of Oligarchy and Fascism
In times of political turmoil, when oligarchs and fascist regimes consolidate power through lies, coercion, and control, it is easy to...
CJ Jackson
Jan 244 min read
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Herbal Remedies for Stress and Anxiety Relief in Uncertain Times
Stress and anxiety are nearly universal experiences. Whether it’s the uncertainty of global events, financial concerns, or personal...
CJ Jackson
Jan 204 min read
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Just Breathe: Holistic Ways to Deal with the 2025 Inauguration
In the face of political turmoil and the rise of oppressive ideologies, it’s easy to feel small and powerless. The 2025 inauguration...
CJ Jackson
Jan 194 min read
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Hacking Your Happy Hormones: The Natural Way to Boost Endorphins, Serotonin, Dopamine, and Oxytocin
Unlocking the Chemistry of Joy Have you ever wondered why some days you feel like dancing in the rain, while others have you searching...
CJ Jackson
Jan 164 min read
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The Role of Journaling for Emotional Healing: A Journey Within
Life has a way of gifting us moments of joy, but it doesn’t shy away from handing us struggles and heartbreak either. Sometimes, we carry...
CJ Jackson
Jan 154 min read
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Empowering Yourself During an Age of Disinformation and Fascism
In an era where misinformation spreads like wildfire, and authoritarian ideologies threaten the values of democracy and equality, staying...
CJ Jackson
Jan 134 min read
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Managing Transitions with Zen Practices: Embrace Change with Clarity and Calm
Something I have learned over my 52 years of life, transitions are an inevitable part of life, and work transitions—whether it’s starting...
CJ Jackson
Jan 134 min read
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2025 Integrative Health Trends: Balancing Holistic & Allopathic Treatments for Complete Healthcare
As we step into 2025, the healthcare landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, blending the strengths of holistic and...
CJ Jackson
Jan 63 min read
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Mindful Relationships: Strengthening Connections with Presence
Relationships can often fall into the background, neglected amidst the hustle of daily life. This includes friendships. Yet, at their...
CJ Jackson
Jan 54 min read
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