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The Mindful Path — Explore Mindfulness | Sept. 3, 2021
The Mindful Path – Explore Mindfulness Marilyn Halpern MSW, LSW “Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on...
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The Mindful Path — Let's Go Outdoors | Aug. 3, 2021
The Mindful Path – Let’s Go Outdoors Marilyn Halpern, MSW, LSW “Walk outdoors, stand there in silence, look up and contemplate how...
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The Mindful Path — Soar | Jul. 3, 2021
“May you soar on eagle wings, high above the madness of the world.” – Jonathan Lockwood Huie In the endless, clear blue Colorado sky, I...
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The Mindful Path — Flexibility | Jun. 3, 2021
“To thrive, I must be flexible.” – Marilyn Halpern The world is slowly shaking off the fear and uncertainty of the pandemic. The COVID...
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The Mindful Path — Flower Power | May 3, 2021
May provides an amazing opportunity to boost our mood and practice self-care. May 9 is Mother’s Day. May 15 is Bring Flowers To Someone...
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The Mindful Path — #VaccineReady | Apr. 3, 2021
“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.” Isabel...
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The Mindful Path — Happiness | Mar. 3, 2021
March 20th is International Day of Happiness. The theme for this year is ‘Keep calm. Stay wise. Be kind.’ Exploring the theme further,...
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The Mindful Path — The Second Arrow | Feb. 3, 2021
Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow; it empties today of its strength. -Corrie ten Boom (1892-1983, writer and activist)
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The Mindful Path — Resilience | Jan. 3, 2021
“How we spend our days is how we spend our lives.” - Annie Dillard The COVID-19 pandemic continues as we usher in a new year. As over 2.1...
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The Mindful Path – Forgiveness | Dec. 3, 2020
The Mindful Path – Forgiveness Marilyn Halpern, LSW, MSW Photo credit: Dick Vogel “Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom.” Hannah...
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The Mindful Path – Eat Smart Month | Nov. 3, 2020
Mindful eating allows you to reflect on how food provides energy, strengthens the body, and promotes well-being.
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The Mindful Path — Grief | Oct. 3, 2020
“A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again.” – Maya Angelou
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The Mindful Path — National Yoga Month | Sept. 3, 2020
“The purpose of yoga is to build strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and body.”
Natalie Nevins, D.O.
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The Mindful Path — Heart Breath | August 3, 2020
As we continue to struggle with the COVID pandemic, economic uncertainty and racial unrest, how can we find the path to more tranquility?
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The Mindful Path — Freedom from Clutter | July 3, 2020
“Simplify, simplify, simplify.” Henry David Thoreau
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The Mindful Path – Alzheimer’s Awareness | June 3, 2020
On June 20, we will celebrate the longest day of the year, the summer solstice. On this day, the Alzheimer’s Association hosts an...
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The Mindful Path - Nurture Nature | May 3, 2020
Just being surrounded by bountiful nature, rejuvenates and inspires us. – E.O. Wilson
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The Mindful Path - Calmness Amid COVID-19 | April 3, 2020
“Every cell in your body is eavesdropping on your thoughts.” Deepak Chopra
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The Mindful Path - Lion's Mind | March 3, 2020
“March comes in like a lion, goes out like a lamb.”
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The Mindful Path - Self-Love | February 3, 2020
“To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” – Oscar Wilde
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The Mindful Path — Pause and Reflect | Jan. 3, 2024
“The world is full of miracles patiently waiting to charm us toward our spiritual path.” Marilyn Halpern We are welcoming in a new year...
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Marilyn Halpern
Dec 3, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Curb the Calories, Not the Fun | Dec. 3, 2024
University of California – Davis offers great advice to enjoy your December festivities without adding on extra pounds or suffering from...
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Marilyn Halpern
Nov 3, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Discover Gratitude | Nov. 3, 2024
November is a time to welcome the chilly air, cuddly blankets, and cozy sweaters. Our plans for the Thanksgiving holiday begin to form....
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Marilyn Halpern
Oct 3, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Transitioning into Autumn | Oct. 3, 2024
“Autumn . . . the year’s last, loveliest smile.” William Cullen As the vibrant energy of summer slowly winds down, the transition to fall...
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Marilyn Halpern
Sep 3, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Practically Perfect in Every Way | Sept. 3, 2024
This summer, Mary Poppins celebrates two important anniversaries. The book, authored by P. L. Travers, has been in continuous print for...
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Marilyn Halpern
Aug 4, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Spirit Guides | Aug. 3, 2024
“Animals are not only beholders of great beauty but are also beholders of ancient wisdom.” – Molly Friedenfeld Denver Botanical Garden,...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Vision | Jul. 3, 2024
“The eye is the jewel of the body.” Henry David Thoreau Healthy Vision Month is celebrated every July to stress the importance of the...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Let Nature Heal You | June 3, 2024
“Walk outdoors, stand there in silence, look up and contemplate how amazing life can be.” - Unknown June is the Great Outdoors Month....
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Connection | May 3, 2024
“We can bring positive energy into our daily lives by smiling more, talking to strangers in line, replacing handshakes with hugs, and...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Decisions Day | Apr. 3, 2024
April 16, 2024, will mark the 17th Annual National Healthcare Decisions Day. This day is designed to bring peace of mind about future...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — The Lion's Mind | Mar. 3, 2024
“If March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb.” As it turns out, this weather-wise expression has several origin stories. It...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Year of the Dragon | Feb. 3, 2024
“When you have clarity of intention, the universe conspires with you to make it happen.” – Fabienne Fredrickson The Lunar New Year...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Turn the Page to a New Year | Jan. 3, 2024
“Reading is so much a part of our everyday lives that we take it for granted – text messages, the banners that run across our...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Eat Smart, Move More | Dec. 3, 2023
The 17th Annual Eat Smart, Move More, Maintain, don’t gain! Holiday Challenge is designed to help our community focus on healthy eating...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — The Gift | Nov. 3, 2023
The Halloween decorations are barely put away and the enormity of the holiday frenzy is upon us. The two short months ahead can be more...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Release | Oct. 3, 2023
“The trees are about to show us how lovely it is to let things go.” - Anonymous The autumn leaves can be an inspiration for us to...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Yoga | Sept. 3, 2023
The Mindful Path - Yoga The primary aim of yoga is to restore the mind to simplicity, peace, and poise, to free it from distress. ―B.K.S....
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Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Eat Local | Aug. 3, 2023
National Farmers Market week is celebrated the first full week of August each year. This August 6 – 12, 2023, will offer Coloradans an...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — Emotional Baggage | July 3, 2023
An older monk and a junior monk were traveling together. They came to a river with a strong current. As the monks were preparing to cross...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 16, 20242 min read
The Mindful Path — The Great Outdoors | June 3, 2023
Keep looking up…that’s the secret of life. - Charles Schutz June ushers in Great Outdoors Month, which began in 1998 under President Bill...
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Marilyn Halpern
May 3, 20232 min read
The Mindful Path — Awareness | May 3, 2023
All things are ready, if our mind be so. - William Shakespeare This incredible image, by local photographer Dick Vogel, evokes a...
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Marilyn Halpern
Apr 3, 20232 min read
The Mindful Path — Health and Vitality | Apr. 3, 2023
True health is not just the absences of illness, but the presence of vitality. April is National Minority Health Month which highlights...
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Marilyn Halpern
Mar 3, 20233 min read
The Mindful Path — Spring Cleaning | Mar. 3, 2023
Simplicity boils down to two steps: Identify the essential. Eliminate the rest. - Leo Babauta A home clean and clear can foster...
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Marilyn Halpern
Feb 3, 20232 min read
The Mindful Path — Self-Love | Feb. 3, 2023
“To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” – Oscar Wilde February offers an opportunity for you to reflect on how you can...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jan 3, 20232 min read
The Mindful Path — Putting the Pieces Together | Jan. 3, 2023
“The problem is that we always look for the missing piece of the puzzle instead of finding a place for the one in our hand.” Alina Radoi...
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Marilyn Halpern
Dec 3, 20223 min read
The Mindful Path — The Gift of Winter | Dec. 3, 2022
Take a walk outside. It will serve you far more than pacing around in your mind. - Rasheed Ogunlaru Colorado may be the best place to...
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Marilyn Halpern
Nov 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Ichigo Ichie | Nov. 3, 2022
Bunka No Hi is a national holiday in Japan celebrating Japanese culture. It is held in November every year and each region has its own...
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Marilyn Halpern
Oct 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — A Radiant Life | Oct. 3, 2022
“With the right words, you can change the world.” Charlotte’s Web The quintessential, farm classic “Charlotte’s Web” debuted 70 years...
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Marilyn Halpern
Sep 4, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Harvest | Sep. 3, 2022
Have you savored vine-ripened tomatoes, a Palisade peach, juicy watermelon or enjoyed Colorado sweet corn this summer? I hope so! The...
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Marilyn Halpern
Aug 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — The Buzz | Aug. 3, 2022
According to the Center for Biodiversity, of the 4000 native species of bees in North America and Hawaii, 50% of the species are...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jul 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Dream Big | Jul. 3, 2022
National Moon Day is celebrated each year on July 20th to commemorate the Apollo 11 moon landing. In 1969, Commander Neil Armstrong and...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jun 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Loving Kindness | Jun. 3, 2022
Loving Kindness or Metta Meditation is an ultimate form of compassion towards yourself and others. It is a soothing, intentional way to...
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Marilyn Halpern
May 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Spring Healing | May 3, 2022
As new shoots appear out of the soil, the first buds on the trees burst into color and tiny leaves unfurl, our hearts fill with hope....
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Marilyn Halpern
Apr 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Prevention and Protection | Apr. 3, 2022
Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can. -Arthur Ashe Every April, the Office of Minority Health (OMH) observes National...
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Marilyn Halpern
Mar 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — International Day of Happiness | Mar. 3, 2022
March 20th is International Day of Happiness. The theme for this year is ‘Build Back Happier.’ Exploring the theme further, the...
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Marilyn Halpern
Feb 23, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Year of the Tiger | Feb. 3, 2022
There is something in the nature of tea that leads us into a world of quiet contemplation. -Lin Yutang The Lunar New Year celebration...
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Marilyn Halpern
Jan 3, 20222 min read
The Mindful Path — Positive Change | Jan. 3, 2022
The fresh new year is upon us. Bundled up in the hopes and expectations of 2022 is the lingering weight of the pandemic. I have been...
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Marilyn Halpern
Dec 3, 20213 min read
The Mindful Path — Meaningful Gifts | Dec. 3, 2021
The Mindful Path – Meaningful Gifts Marilyn Halpern, MSW, LSW “Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.” -...
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Nov 3, 20213 min read
The Mindful Path — Compassionate Listening | Nov. 3, 2021
“Listening is an attitude of the heart, a genuine desire to be with another which both attracts and heals.” -L. J. Isham Our country...
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Marilyn Halpern
Oct 15, 20212 min read
The Mindful Path — Winnie the Pooh | Oct. 3, 2021
The Mindful Path – Winnie the Pooh Marilyn Halpern, LSW, MSW “Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved.” Winnie...
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Marilyn Halpern
Sep 16, 20212 min read
The Mindful Path — Explore Mindfulness | Sept. 3, 2021
The Mindful Path – Explore Mindfulness Marilyn Halpern MSW, LSW “Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on...
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Jul 22, 20213 min read