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02/06/2026

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02/02/2026

Mindfulness means paying attention to the present moment, without judging or trying to change it. This involves observing your thoughts, feelings, and sensations without getting caught up in them.
Mindfulness can be practiced in many ways, one of them being mindfulness meditation. To practice mindfulness meditation, sit in a comfortable place, and begin paying attention to your breathing. Notice the physical sensation of air filling your lungs, and then slowly leaving. When your mind wanders— which it will— simply notice your thoughts and turn your attention back to breathing.

Are you supposed to clear your mind, or focus on one thing? Here's the Mindful definition of mindfulness.

01/26/2026

Do you live in Texas, are 13 years or older, and are ready to quit all to***co products, including e-ci******es? If so, please visit Yes Quit for confidential, free, and convenient cessation services.

When you join the Yes Quit To***co Cessation program, we’ll help you create an easy-to-follow Quitting Plan that will help you take action and live the rest of your life to***co-free. This time, try something different.

01/19/2026

Adolescence is a time of change and growth, including behavior changes. These changes usually are a normal part of growing up but sometimes can point to an alcohol problem. Parents play a key role in shaping their kids’ attitudes toward alcohol and alcohol behaviors. Parents, families, and teachers should pay close attention to the following warning signs that may indicate underage drinking:
🔹Changes in mood, including anger and irritability
🔹Academic or behavioral problems in school
🔹Rebelliousness
🔹Changing groups of friends
🔹Low energy level
🔹Less interest in activities or care in appearance
🔹Finding alcohol among an adolescent's belongings
🔹Smelling alcohol on an adolescent's breath
🔹Problems concentrating or remembering
🔹Slurred speech
🔹Coordination problems

Underage drinking is a serious public health problem in the United States. Alcohol is the most widely used substance of abuse among America’s youth, and drinking by young people poses enormous health and safety risks.

01/12/2026

Stress is a physiological and psychological response to a change in a situation the body and mind find to be overwhelming. Try these five tips to manage stress and reduce the overall stress of day-to-day activities:
1. Use guided meditation.
2. Practice deep breathing.
3. Maintain physical exercise and good nutrition.
4. Manage social media time.
5. Connect with others.

Feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Here are five tips to keep stress in your life manageable.

01/05/2026

5 Va**ng Facts You Need to Know:

1. Va**ng is less harmful than smoking, but it’s still not safe.
2. Research suggests va**ng is bad for your heart and lungs.
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4. Electronic ci******es aren’t the best smoking cessation tool.
5. A new generation is getting hooked on ni****ne.

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Smoking electronic ci******es is often considered safer than regular smoking. Learn facts about va**ng and why you should rethink taking it up.

12/29/2025

There are a variety of reasons why your days may not be merry and bright around the holiday season. It can be the jam-packed social calendar, deadlines at work, the loss of a loved one, sunless winter days, or all of the above.

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The holidays can be joyful—and overwhelming. This guide offers practical tips to protect your mental health, set boundaries, and find calm in the chaos.

12/22/2025

Pam lost her son, Dillon, in a single vehicle car crash after he was driving while under the influence of alcohol. He was only 25 years old.

Drunk driving can have serious consequences, far beyond the legal and financial ones. The human toll of a DUI crash can devastate the lives of victims and survivors forever. Always find a sober ride.

Learn more about the real costs of drunk driving at SoberRides.org.

Pam lost her son, Dillon, in a single vehicle car crash after he was driving while under the influence of alcohol. He was only 25 years old. Drunk driving ca...

12/15/2025

The holiday season should be a time of joy and togetherness while gathering with family and friends - but it's also the time of year when we see the most drunk driving crashes. As friends, families and coworkers gather to celebrate this winter, TxDOT's Drive Sober. No Regrets. statewide impaired driving campaign wants drivers to remember to be kind, courteous and safe by always getting a sober ride.

Keep the season happy by always getting a sober ride. Drinking and driving could ruin a lot more than the holidays. It could cost you up to $17,000 in fines ...

12/08/2025

Keep the season happy by always getting a sober ride. Drinking and driving could ruin a lot more than the holidays. It could cost you up to $17,000 in fines and fees—and you could hurt yourself or someone else.

Learn more about the real costs of drunk driving at

Do you know how your night will end? If you're drinking, don't count on it unless you have a sober ride. Take a spin to see the possible physical, emotional, and financial consequences of the choices you make.

12/01/2025

If someone you know is struggling emotionally or having a hard time, you can be the difference in getting them the help they need. It’s important to take care of yourself when you are supporting someone through a difficult time, as this may bring up difficult emotions. If it does, please reach out for support yourself.

If someone you know is struggling emotionally or having a hard time, you can be the difference in getting them the help they need. It’s important to take care of yourself when you are supporting…

11/24/2025

Mindful breathing can be done formally through practice or informally by pausing throughout the day to use the breath as a focal cue to bring awareness back into the moment.

To start:
1. Find a comfortable position
2. Close your eyes or soften your gaze
3. Notice your natural breath without changing it
4. Pay attention to the sensations of breathing
5. When your mind wanders, gently bring focus back to the breath