Austin Mindfulness Journal

Chop Wood, Carry Water: Finding Stillness on a Speeding Locomotive

Chop Wood, Carry Water: Finding Stillness on a Speeding Locomotive

Chop Wood, Carry Water: Finding Stillness on a Speeding LocomotiveCraig Lesley, LPC-A
Published on: 24/07/2026

Counselor Craig Lesley on the Zen art of presence: why life feels like a speeding locomotive, the power of asking 'what happened to you?', and a small imperfect practice to try today.

MindfulnessSelf-Compassion & AcceptanceStress & Burnout
Can Mindfulness Coaching Help with Stress and Anxiety?

Can Mindfulness Coaching Help with Stress and Anxiety?

Can Mindfulness Coaching Help with Stress and Anxiety?Dr. Kristin Vaughn
Published on: 01/10/2025

Discover how mindfulness coaching helps you manage stress and anxiety—using awareness, breathing, and proven techniques to build a calmer, more balanced life.

MindfulnessAnxietyStress & Burnout
What is Trauma Therapy and How Can It Help Me in Austin?

What is Trauma Therapy and How Can It Help Me in Austin?

What is Trauma Therapy and How Can It Help Me in Austin?Dr. Kristin Vaughn
Published on: 04/06/2025

Trauma therapy helps you process and recover from distressing experiences using EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness. Learn who it helps and how to find a trusted trauma therapist in Austin.

AnxietyTrauma & EMDRStress & Burnout
Can Mindfulness Coaching Help with Stress Management in San Marcos?

Can Mindfulness Coaching Help with Stress Management in San Marcos?

Can Mindfulness Coaching Help with Stress Management in San Marcos?Dr. Kristin Vaughn
Published on: 12/03/2025

Stress management starts with awareness. Here's how mindfulness coaching helps you notice, interrupt, and recover from stress before it builds.

MindfulnessAnxietyStress & Burnout