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Professor more present with kids

Professor more present with kids

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Nicky's Story

Psychology professor Leslie Martinez hugging two young children

Nicky is a full time university professor who received her PhD in Psychology while raising three children (all under the age of 8). After her oldest was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3, she became an avid advocate for connecting and supporting families of children with autism. She definitely understands the incredible demands of motherhood and the science behind focus and goal-setting. What’s most important to Nicky? Being the best mom and wife to her family.

Below are a few tips and examples of how our inspiring friend, Nicky, is bringing her intentions to life. 

 

TIP 1. Set one specific point of focus that you can activate in your moment-to-moment.

As a working mom, Nicky’s time with her children is both limited and precious. She wants every moment possible to be fully present with her children and she noticed that too often when one of her babes would ask for her attention she would reply, almost automatically, with “hold on.” Nicky wanted this to change, so she set a very specific intention to respond differently to her children’s request for her care. With this simple shift, she’s able to take a small step to align with what matters most.

  

Psychology Professor Leslie Martinez' hand resting on a notebook next to pen. There is a gold transform mindful mark on left hand and a teal watch.

TIP 2. Use reminders in easy-to-spot places to stay present to your intention.

Recognizing life is distracting and changing habits takes time without reinforcement, Nicky began using her Mindful Marks to stay present to her intention. When she was at home from work in the middle of chores she was reminded to of her desire to make sure her kids knew how important they are.

  

TIP 3. Share your experience with others to brighten the path.

When Nicky’s 4 year-old daughter asked about her Mindful Mark, she took the opportunity to share the purpose as a teaching moment. What was initially designed as a way of talking to her child about mindfulness and intentions offered a new way for them to connect. Her daughter actually began noticing and asking about her Mindful Marks. These little visual reminders and her daughter’s encouragement are now a simple and fun way for Nicky to stay focused on what matters.

 

Nicky is a great example of setting intentions and creating a path to mindfulness.  I hope that you’ll join us on the journey. Leading the Lumen Life?  We’d love to hear your story and share what you’ve learned along the way!

 

 

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Hi Bright Beings! Intentionality and mindfulness have been at the core of my life and work. Launching LumenKind has given me the opportunity to deepen my practice and learn even more from others. The stories I’ve heard about how people are living with greater intention have warmed my heart, inspired me, and shined light on my path forward. I hope that these “Brighter Being” posts will do the same for you. I’m excited to share and get your thoughts on our first story below! 

❤️ Natalie

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Magdalyn M.
The most beautiful reminders of Mindfulness!

I love my Mindful Marks by LumenKind. My family is always asking for a refill of them as well! They are beautifully created, and stay on the skin with ease. For me, a daily reminder to pause, is the most amazing gift. I love how simple these are to apply, not to mention they look amazing. People love them! And I love to share them. Bravo on a great product!

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Shannon M.
Tiny reminder of intentions

I love the subtle reminder and the practice of setting meaningful intentions. They do hold up well. ( Of note, they will come off faster with hand sanitizer than hand soap. )

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Dave G.
Amazing!

Wonderful product that reminds you to stay in the moment! Cycling, yoga and at work, these are absolutely perfect! I’ve started combining 2-3 of them to create an even more powerful message to myself!

Thank you so much for sharing this and allowing Mindful Marks to play a tiny, but super important role in your active and mindful life! #BrightBeing

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Jennifer
Love it!

This has changed my life! Thank you!

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Jane
We love our mindful marks!

These mindful marks are beautiful and are helpful reminders to stay present.

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