Have you ever felt so anxious and stressed that you don’t know what to do to relieve it or how to help children who are struggling with it? You’re not alone. .
Have you tried meditation? We’re not talking about sitting in a lotus position and chanting some kind of meditation (though that’s great if you know how to do it).
Today we’re going to talk about beginner strategies to keep us all in better shape mentally and emotionally.
Listen to Meditation 101.
Dr. Alison Coffin shares benefits such as reduced stress and anxiety, increased creativity, emotional regulation, and clarity. She also talks about simple things she can do that she may not have thought of before, like meditation. The best part is that it can be done in just 2-3 minutes a day.
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About Dr. Alison Coffin
Dr. Coffin graduated magna cum laude from New York Chiropractic College and earned his doctorate in chiropractic through studies in anatomy, physiology, and neuroscience. She worked in a multidisciplinary practice with an internist, orthopedic surgeon, physical therapist, and chiropractor in New York before moving to Maine where she opened Align With Her Wellness 13 years ago .
Dr. Coffin lives in Cumberland with her husband, two children, and dog. She is a competitive swimmer and her entire family loves all the outdoor activities that Maine has to offer in all seasons.
Dr. Coffin is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and the Maine Chiropractic Association (MCA).
Additional resources:
Insight Timer (free, includes guided meditation)
Balance app (free for 1 year)
Smiling Mind: Meditation app for ages 3 and up
Headspace: Specific short free trial meditations
Zeminal: Guided meditation with a portable speaker
