Small steps bring a veteran closer to his family

U.S. Army Veteran Bill Seelaus (right) performs Tai Chi with instructor Ellen Barnes (left), Recreation Therapist, on April 11 at the Coatesville VA Medical Center. This beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis class is part of his personal health care plan developed using the Whole Health model of care. COATESVILLE –  U.S. Army Veteran, Bill Seelaus, strengthens his mindfulness and awareness, tenants...

YMCA offers free introduction to mindfulness classes in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering a new Introduction to Mindfulness for Wellbeing class for free throughout the month of May in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. The four-week virtual class will be held on Wednesday afternoons and Thursday evenings.  “All people experience mental health on a spectrum that is influenced by their day-to-day experiences and commitments,” shares...

The meaning of mindfulness in the work place

Tips to find and keep calm, even when stress threatens to overwhelm you By Nancy Plummer, Columnist, The Times Work is stressful for all of us. But how is it that we all seem to have that one colleague who’s always able to stay calm, even during the most challenging days? Chances are they’re practicing mindfulness. So, what is mindfulness, and how does it help in the workplace? Mindfulness has...