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Farmers, here's what mindfulness can do for your health

Do you ever feel like you're moving through your days on autopilot? Are you always thinking ahead to all the chores that need to be done around the farm, instead of focusing on what you're doing at the moment? Do you frequently react strongly to other people or situations instead of thoughtfully responding? These common experiences indicate a lack of awareness, or mindfulness, in your day-to-day life. What does science say about mindfulness that you, as a farmer, can you use to feel healthier and more joyful? What is mindfulness? Researchers and doctors define mindfulness as the state of being
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Farmers, here's what mindfulness can do for your health

Do you ever feel like you're moving through your days on autopilot? Are you always thinking ahead to all the chores that need to be done around the farm, instead of focusing on what you're doing at the moment? Do you frequently react strongly to other people or situations instead of thoughtfully responding? These common experiences indicate a lack of awareness, or mindfulness, in your day-to-day life. What does science say about mindfulness that you, as a farmer, can you use to feel healthier and more joyful? What is mindfulness? Researchers and doctors define mindfulness as the state of being
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Farmers, here's what mindfulness can do for your health

Do you ever feel like you're moving through your days on autopilot? Are you always thinking ahead to all the chores that need to be done around the farm, instead of focusing on what you're doing at the moment? Do you frequently react strongly to other people or situations instead of thoughtfully responding? These common experiences indicate a lack of awareness, or mindfulness, in your day-to-day life. What does science say about mindfulness that you, as a farmer, can you use to feel healthier and more joyful? What is mindfulness? Researchers and doctors define mindfulness as the state of being
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Farmers, here's what mindfulness can do for your health

Do you ever feel like you're moving through your days on autopilot? Are you always thinking ahead to all the chores that need to be done around the farm, instead of focusing on what you're doing at the moment? Do you frequently react strongly to other people or situations instead of thoughtfully responding? These common experiences indicate a lack of awareness, or mindfulness, in your day-to-day life. What does science say about mindfulness that you, as a farmer, can you use to feel healthier and more joyful? What is mindfulness? Researchers and doctors define mindfulness as the state of being
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3 things you didn't know about HIV/AIDS

AIDS—acquired immunodeficiency syndrome—is a disease caused by a virus known as Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Identified initially in the 1980s, it used to be a fatal disease. Thankfully, the world has seen dramatic improvements in the prevention and treatment of this disease over the last few decades. That said, there is still a lot of work we can do to reduce the stigma faced by people who test positive for HIV, and to improve equal access to care for our friends and neighbors living with this diagnosis. Join us as SIU Medicine honors World AIDS Day on December 1st and discover three
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3 things you didn't know about HIV/AIDS

AIDS—acquired immunodeficiency syndrome—is a disease caused by a virus known as Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Identified initially in the 1980s, it used to be a fatal disease. Thankfully, the world has seen dramatic improvements in the prevention and treatment of this disease over the last few decades. That said, there is still a lot of work we can do to reduce the stigma faced by people who test positive for HIV, and to improve equal access to care for our friends and neighbors living with this diagnosis. Join us as SIU Medicine honors World AIDS Day on December 1st and discover three
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Less stress on the farm for the holidays

The holiday season is here! Our team at the Farm Family Resource Initiative at SIU Medicine wants all farming families to celebrate safely and joyfully. Read more to learn about why holidays can be so stressful for farmers and what you can do to keep your spirits up. Why are the holidays so stressful for farmers? Many people report increased stress during the holidays. For people who work in farming, ranching and agriculture, the holidays are especially stressful due to common demands that pop up this time of year. Finalizing sales, organizing taxes, calculating profits and winterizing
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Less stress on the farm for the holidays

The holiday season is here! Our team at the Farm Family Resource Initiative at SIU Medicine wants all farming families to celebrate safely and joyfully. Read more to learn about why holidays can be so stressful for farmers and what you can do to keep your spirits up. Why are the holidays so stressful for farmers? Many people report increased stress during the holidays. For people who work in farming, ranching and agriculture, the holidays are especially stressful due to common demands that pop up this time of year. Finalizing sales, organizing taxes, calculating profits and winterizing
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Less stress on the farm for the holidays

The holiday season is here! Our team at the Farm Family Resource Initiative at SIU Medicine wants all farming families to celebrate safely and joyfully. Read more to learn about why holidays can be so stressful for farmers and what you can do to keep your spirits up. Why are the holidays so stressful for farmers? Many people report increased stress during the holidays. For people who work in farming, ranching and agriculture, the holidays are especially stressful due to common demands that pop up this time of year. Finalizing sales, organizing taxes, calculating profits and winterizing
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Less stress on the farm for the holidays

The holiday season is here! Our team at the Farm Family Resource Initiative at SIU Medicine wants all farming families to celebrate safely and joyfully. Read more to learn about why holidays can be so stressful for farmers and what you can do to keep your spirits up. Why are the holidays so stressful for farmers? Many people report increased stress during the holidays. For people who work in farming, ranching and agriculture, the holidays are especially stressful due to common demands that pop up this time of year. Finalizing sales, organizing taxes, calculating profits and winterizing
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