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11/07/2026

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline.

A year after losing his brother,
Dan Wellock reflects on grief, love,
and the unexpected ways
we stay connected to those we’ve lost.

What if grief isn’t something
we need to overcome,
but something we can learn
to hold with compassion?

Through personal reflection and mindfulness,
this article offers a thoughtful perspective
on navigating loss and finding meaning in grief.

🌿 Read “Grief: A Year Later”on our blog.

🔗 Find the full article through the link in our bio!
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10/21/2026

🌿 Participants Needed
for a BYU Mindfulness Study!

Interested in mindfulness?

We’re looking for adults
in Utah County to participate
in a BYU research study
exploring how online mindfulness training affects attention, stress, and well-being!

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What’s in it for you?

🎁 Up to $50 in Amazon gift cards
📚 Lifetime access to the Mindfulness for Humans course ($179 value)
📊 Personalized feedback on
attention and cortisol functioning

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📍Who can participate?

Adults ages 18+ in Utah County
who are fluent in English
and have daily internet access.

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💌 Interested in joining?

DM us ”STUDY”to learn more,
or email Eve Barton at [email protected]
to get started with a brief eligibility survey!

Swipe through to learn more
about the study! ➡️

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10/15/2026

Mindfulness isn’t just something you learn—it’s something you practice!

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the present. Small moments of awareness can make a difference. 🍃

Which one of these exercises will you try today?

10/13/2026

New Blog Post!

What might the life cycle of a leaf help us notice about our own relationship with change? 🍃🍂

To read the post, click here: https://www.mybestself101.org/blog/the-life-cycle-of-a-leaf

10/12/2026

Here are a few foundational attitudes of Mindfulness:

1. Curiosity: Notice the present with openness.
2. Acceptance: Acknowledge things as they are.
3. Kindness: Meet yourself with compassion.
4. Letting Go: Release the need to control every experience.

Mindfulness begins with noticing, accepting, and being present. 🍃

Which of these do you need today?

To learn more foundational attitudes of mindfulness, please visit this link: https://www.mybestself101.org/foundational-attitudes-of-mindfulness

10/09/2026

How often do we miss
the little moments happening
right in front of us? ✨

Mindfulness is about
bringing awareness to the present moment
with openness and acceptance.

Research suggests that
practicing mindfulness can help us
experience everyday moments more fully,
rather than moving through life on autopilot.

It doesn't have to be complicated.
It can be as simple as noticing the warmth of the sun, savoring a meal, or appreciating a beautiful sunset.

🌿 Take a moment today
to pause and notice what's around you.

What is one small thing you appreciate about this moment?

10/02/2026

Mindfulness is about
being present with awareness, openness,
and acceptance.🌙

Research suggests that
mindfulness can support
different areas of a flourishing life
—from stress and well-being to attention,
physical health, and relationships.

But it’s not a cure-all.
It’s one research-based practice
worth exploring and experiencing for yourself.

09/29/2026

Mindfulness isn’t about
having a completely quiet mind. 🌿

It’s not a quick fix,
a way to escape uncomfortable emotions,
or a requirement to feel calm all the time.

At its core, mindfulness is about
being aware of the present moment
with openness and compassion,
including when what you notice isn’t
particularly pleasant.

And that awareness can extend beyond ourselves: toward our relationships,
our experiences,
and the people around us.

Save this for the next time
you need a reminder of
what mindfulness really means. 🧠✨

09/25/2026

Sometimes, supporting someone
doesn’t require a big gesture.

A conversation,
a little encouragement,
or simply making someone feel included
can make a difference. 🤍

Which one could you try today?

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09/23/2026

We often think being hard on ourselves
will help us do better.

But what if growth doesn’t have to begin
with criticism?

Self-compassion offers another way to respond
when things don’t go as planned—
not by pretending everything is fine,
but by meeting ourselves with understanding
in difficult moments.

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🌱Want to learn more about self-compassion
and how it can support flourishing?

Explore the Self-Compassion page on MyBestSelf101 through the link in our bio!
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