Stress is something we all deal with in our daily lives, but that doesn’t mean we have to let it rule our lives. Left untreated, stress can exacerbate and even cause chronic ailments, and can lead to anxiety and other emotional issues.

One way to start tackling your stress level is through mindfulness, says Brad Lichtenstein, ND, BCB, who supervises mind-body medicine appointments at Bastyr Center for Natural Health. He will offer tips to help you take that first step at the free talk “Mindfulness for Stress Reduction” from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12.

Some of the mindfulness practices and other techniques he will discuss include:

• Meditation
• Breathing/Yoga
• Diet/Nutrition
• Homeopathy
• Flower essences
• Essential oils
• Hydrotherapy

Be sure to stop by the Bastyr Dispensary before or after the workshop to experience a free demo from Zatik Naturals. 

This free workshop is part of the series "Living Naturally: Conversations on Health and Happiness with Bastyr Experts," presented by Bastyr University and its teaching clinic, Bastyr Center for Natural Health. All of the talks take place at Bastyr Center for Natural Health in Seattle and feature an audience Q-and-A session. Also coming up is:

• "Natural Tips to Keep the Brain Young"Saturday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. to noonwith Katherine Raymer, MD, ND
• "Start Spring Fresh with Detoxifying Foods" Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m. to noonwith advanced nutrition students Mirit Markowitz and Kelsey Perusse supervised by clinical faculty Kelly Morrow, MS, RD, CD
• "Bite-Sized Nutrition" Thursday, April 30, 6-7:30 p.m. with advanced nutrition students sharing science and healthy eating tips in a whirlwind of inspiring five-minute presentations