In today’s fast-paced world, stress can feel unavoidable — but mindfulness offers a powerful way to help manage it. By learning to gently shift our attention to the present moment, we can reduce stress, improve focus and reconnect with ourselves. SIU School of Medicine’s Ruta Kulys, LCSW, shares an expert-backed, 3-step guide to help you embrace mindfulness and gain mental clarity.

The CDC estimates that each year 11,500 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States, and almost 4,000 will die of this cancer. However, like many other cancers, cervical cancer is treatable, and early detection can help save your life.

The CDC estimates that each year 11,500 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States, and almost 4,000 will die of this cancer. However, like many other cancers, cervical cancer is treatable, and early detection can help save your life.

The CDC estimates that each year 11,500 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States, and almost 4,000 will die of this cancer. However, like many other cancers, cervical cancer is treatable, and early detection can help save your life.

The CDC estimates that each year 11,500 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States, and almost 4,000 will die of this cancer. However, like many other cancers, cervical cancer is treatable, and early detection can help save your life.

Winter can be an isolating time of year and that can be especially true for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Venturing out into the cold weather and dealing with shorter days limits the options of activities that stimulate the mind. But between indoor activities and adapting some outdoor ones, you can create engaging entertainment for all. (See an infographic from the Smith Alzheimer’s Center .) Remember, while many of these activities aim to use older memories that may still be active, don’t press someone if they remember a certain moment, person or song. The goal is to find activities

Winter can be an isolating time of year and that can be especially true for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Venturing out into the cold weather and dealing with shorter days limits the options of activities that stimulate the mind. But between indoor activities and adapting some outdoor ones, you can create engaging entertainment for all. (See an infographic from the Smith Alzheimer’s Center .) Remember, while many of these activities aim to use older memories that may still be active, don’t press someone if they remember a certain moment, person or song. The goal is to find activities