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By Carolyn Watts, Planners Neighborhood Assoc. These phrases prompt us to reflect on blessings, be thankful, and share with others. As the year is ending, we can appreciate what we have and our ability to give back to others, whether it is volunteering or donating to those in our community.  We can reflect on positive feelings, happiness, satisfaction, and our view on understanding our life experiences based on our relationships, spiritual beliefs, and decisions. Gratitude gi

Megha Panda, D.O., Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Eskenazi Blackburn Health Center Four Ways to Feel Less Stressed This Winter This season can be a hectic time of year for many of us, so take a few simple steps to relax this year: Reduce the noise. Turn off those screens, practice breathing exercises, or just retreat to a quiet room for 20 minutes to reset. Meditation and calming music can help center your mind. Eskenazi Health Music Therapy is a great resource that prov

By Carolyn Watts, Planners Neighborhood Assoc. The Northwest Quality of Life Plan, also known as NWQOL, a city initiative, began in 2014 to improve the quality of life in the near northwest neighborhoods of Indianapolis. From these resident-driven plans, conducted by Community Builders and a governing body of resolute residents and stakeholders, this Near Northwest Quality of Life Plan continues. Goals have been reached and are no longer relevant. The Plan has and is working.

By Carolyn Watts, Planners Neighborhood Assoc. The four common leadership styles are Authoritarian , Participative , Laissez-faire , and...