It's K-Pop Week! Teen Vogue is exploring the popular music genre with articles that explore its origins, biggest stars, and intricacies.

From Billie Eilish recently opening up about her panic attacks to Ariana Grande canceling meet-and-greets to preserve her mental energy, there is a growing openness and understanding of mental health when it comes to some of todays biggest pop stars. And as American musicians become more candid about mental health, conversation and activation around the topic in the world of K-pop are also slowly but surely becoming more acceptable.

In an industry that often recruits its artists as teens to train and prep them for years before deciding if they're ready to make their musical debut, the K-pop scene requires long-standing dedication, perseverance, and hard work. Even for those who do not take the typical K-pop star route through one of the various idol-generating entertainment companies, South Korean society is notably tough with loads of pressure put on young people and students. The country consistently has one of the highest death by suicide rates in the worldthe second-highest among developed nations and experts continue to point out that theres a lack of resources for those struggling with mental health.

Recently, the world has faced two tragedies with how this stigma may affect the K-pop scene. Beloved singer Kim Jong-hyun, a member of boy band SHINee, reportedly died by suicide during December 2017. The day after this death, a colleague reportedly shared a message from Kim in which he wrote that he was broken from inside and said his depression wasnt taken seriously. Tragedy struck again earlier in October when Sulli, a singer-actress and former member of girl group f(x), also passed away unexpectedly from what is suspected to be suicide. Sulli was beloved within the world of K-pop, often going against the grain and being vocal about her longtime struggle dealing with malicious commenters and rumors following her career for years.

"K-pop stars usually make their debut during important formative years of their youth," New York-based physician and health expert Dr. Nesochi Okeke-Igbokwe tells Teen Vogue. "They may face the continuous stress of intense schedules, sleep deprivation, and the daunting pressure to be 'perfect' in the public eye."

The idea of being perfect as a K-pop artistor an "idol," as they're known in Korea hinting toward their need to be ideal, perfect humansis felt in everything from the way they sing and dance to their mannerisms on television with a heavy emphasis on their looks and physique. In Korea's highly digitally connected society, public opinion and perception are often swayed by ruthless online comments and social-networking sites. Fans also often police their personal lives, even criticizing them when theyre seen with someone that theyre potentially dating.

At one of America's largest gathering of K-pop fans, KCON Los Angeles, health was on fans' minds. Two well-attended panel sessions at the convention tackled the topic of mental health in K-pop head on while The Los Angeles Times highlighted how artists help create safe spaces and communities for different kinds of people to come together.

Despite how willing fans are to discuss these topics, the stars are usually more tight-lippedthough it's unclear whose choice that is. When bringing up the subject of mental health and self-care in various interviews, many artists choose to stray away from the topic or turn the question around to present it as tips to help their fans instead of sharing anything too personal. In fact, one artist's management team appeared so concerned about the topic of hardships as a K-pop star that they refused Teen Vogue to allow the question entirely.

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A life like Lamb Of God vocalist Randy Blythes deserves a suitably raucous soundtrack. And even in death, hes not planning on going outquietly

The first song I rememberhearing

Lipps, Inc Funkytown (1979)

It was probably something from church like Amazing Grace, but as far as more contemporary, recorded songs go, Im a child of the 70s and there was a lot of disco back then. I remember hearing Funkytown, which was everywhere at the time. It was when terrestrial radio ruled and you couldnt download a bazillion songs at once. You were stuck with whatever was on the radio. I grew up in a rural area, so it wasnt exactly a hotbed of undergroundmusic.

The first song I ever fell in lovewith

KISS I Was Made For Loving You (1979)

When I was growing up, the most edgy thing that I liked was this KISS song. The theatrics dragged me in like pretty much every other kid with any sense in the 70s, and for a couple of years on every Halloween I painted my face like Gene Simmons. Ironically, many years later Gene Simmons was being played some Lamb Of God music for an article a lot like this one. He said, They sound very talented, but the singer sucks! What is this terrible singing? I thought that was pretty freakin funny.

The song that made me want to be in aband

Corrosion Of Conformity Hungry Child (1985)

I got into bands by accident. I liked music, but I had no desire to actually be in a band myself. One time though, I was about 14 and an older dude was driving a bunch of us to go skating in Wilmington, North Carolina and he was playing Corrosion Of Conformity. This song came on and I was singing along with it. He said, Damn, you can really do that. You ought to be in a band,kid.

The song that got me into the mosttrouble

The Cult Born To Be Wild (1987)

I was in a horrible car wreck when I was in high school. I wasnt driving, but the driver was listening to The Cults cover of Born To Be Wild and they ran into a ditch. My buddys date was up front and her head hit the windshield. She had a lump on her head, but it could have been a lot worse. I wasnt even supposed to be out, so that got me into a goodly amount of trouble. It was not a good night.

The song that reminds me oflove

Depeche Mode Stripped (1986)

It could be any song off Depeche Modes Black Celebration really, because my first girlfriend loved that LP. She listened to The Cures Head On The Door album a lot too, but Ive since disassociated that one with the relationship. That Depeche Mode record is still very much linked to her. As an aside, if you want heartache-laced, ex-girlfriend songs, I recommend you try anything by theDescendents.

The song I cant listen to anymore

Led Zeppelin Stairway To Heaven (1971)

There are so many overplayed records in the world, but the big one is Stairway To Heaven. I absolutely love Led Zeppelin, but I cannot listen to Stairway ever again. Its fucking brutal how played-to-death it is. Dont get me wrong, its an epic song with a great solo, but I dont want to nor do I need to hear it anymore.

The first song I moshedto

Bad Brains Sailin' On (1982)

Its a tall order to pick one song thats ridiculously specific. I saw a lot of punk bands at an early age and I was definitely slam-dancing and flipping off stages to all of them. It was probably during Bad Brains in the 80s, because I remember destroying stuff to them. Theyre still my favourite band. But dude, Im nearly 50 and its all a bit of a blur (laughs).

The song that picks me up when Imdown

Bad Brains Attitude (1982)

This is kind of self-explanatory: Dont care what they may say, we got that attitude / Dont care what they may do, we got that attitude / Hey, we got the PMA. They were all about that positive mental attitude and an absolute refusal to let the world grind them down. Ive actually had a rough couple of days, so Im going to go listen to thatnow.

The song Im most proudof

Lamb Of God King Me (2012)

The song is about waking up and living life on lifes own terms. I recorded that not long after I got sober, and it was a pivotal, transitional time in my life. So it means a lot tome.

The song Id like played at myfuneral

The Jesus Lizard 7 Vs. 8 (1980)

I have my funeral planned. Its going to be a weeklong affair and really offensive. I hope people will remember me as a fucking asshole (laughs), so Im trying to figure out how to offend everyone I know once Im dead, but this festival of awfulness wont be happening any timesoon.

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A clip of R&B sensation Summer Walkers performance on NPRs Tiny Desk went viral this past week after critics labeled it lackluster. Not only did that assessment dismiss the decidedly somber aesthetic the singer has crafted over time, it also exemplified a widespread disregard for Black women struggling with their mental health.

During Walkers set, which was released last Friday, the relatively new star sat on a stool with her shoulders slumped as she nervously sang Playing Games, a song off her debut album, Over It. She held on tight to her pink stuffed animal named Friend, a form of emotional support during the performance. Look, Im really freaking excited to be here, but I have social anxiety like a motherfucker, the 23-year-old disclosed. So, yeah. Im freaked the hell out. Im sweating. But this is so exciting for me.

Tiny Desk is a popular platform for artists to bring their showmanship to an intimate space, so viewers probably expected Walker to emotively sway her body back and forth, and embellish her lyrics for dramatic effect. When she did the opposite, many wrote her off as disengaged and ungrateful for the opportunity. One critic wrote in a now-deleted tweet, This is exactly why I refuse to go up for the new R&B girls. Another tweeted, I dont care how good yall think her album is or isnt... performances like this is disrespectful to R&B. One person commented on her attitude, tweeting, Summer walkers attitude is ridiculous lol I understand she doesnt like the fame but u took that chance when u wanted to become a singer. Fix your face sis.

But if Walker has admitted to suffering from social anxiety, which evidently affects her demeanor during live performances, is it fair to conflate her presentation with a lack of effort based on a 47-second viral clip lifted from a near 15-minute-long upload?

The Anxiety and Depression Association of America defines social anxiety disorder (SAD) or social phobia as intense anxiety or fear of being judged, negatively evaluated, or rejected in a social or performance situation. The disorder affects 6.8 percent of the population. Although white Americans are more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety, Black women researchers like Angela Neal-Barnett, PhD, found that it is under-diagnosed and understudied for African-Americans, especially Black women. Because of common stereotypes Black women face, their anxiety is often wrongly perceived as anger or a bad attitude.

Some fans also shared a screenshot of an Instagram post Walker had apparently written about having social anxiety in the past (the date is not shown in the now-deleted post). It affects your occupational performance, she wrote. It affects romantic relationships, friendships (which I have none ) & pretty much throws you into depression. Later in the post, well-aware of her public image, Walker confesses, This aint a sob story, just a lot of plp (sic) dont know me so they take me as being rude or difficult to [get] close to.

SAD (social anxiety disorder) is far more complex than simple shyness and occasional anxiety, Dr. Lekeisha A. Sumner, Ph.D., commented via email Monday (Oct. 21). According to Dr. Sumner, an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLAs Department of Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences, social anxiety disorder can be chronic, debilitating and cause sufferers to avoid threatening situations or endure high levels of distress. It can potentially impede functioning in one's social, [professional], educational and [romantic] activities. And if left untreated, those affected are at higher risk for other psychological disorders.

We know now that Walker is not merely timid or flippant, and that her issues can not be prescribed rest and recovery, or even vocal or media training. To presume that the artists condition is something that can be simply fixed in the first place dismisses the very real possibility that the issue may be chronic. With Black womens bodies, behaviors and emotions policed more than that of any other group, if Walkers struggles with social anxiety arent already chronic, the stressors of the music industry are bound to create an environment in which theyre at least persistent.

To add, the demands of an artist in the digital age are unique, in that musicians are now expected to deliver faster and be more visible. There are several cautionary tales of Black women artists fading to the background before their time, unable to manage their mental health issues under stress of the machine that consumed them. Nina Simone, Lauryn Hill and Azealia Banks are a few examples. Listeners dont have to enjoy Walkers reserved form of artistry, but her harshest critics should be mindful of the fact that shes facing something more complicated than they realize.

I view her as courageous to disclose her human vulnerabilities, Dr. Sumner explains, and I sense that far more people are with her than are critics. Like so many other celebrities who have disclosed their emotional challenges, she is giving voice to those suffering from SAD. Some artists desire an audience who will appreciate their talent alone and refuse to compromise their values or contort themselves for the whims of the high-pressured, dizzyingly world of celebrity.

Those who empathize with Walkers condition say that the scrutiny shes facing is rooted in misogynoir, and the specific contempt Black women face in society due to their race and gender.

Yall want Black women to perform for yall so badly, writer and editor Brooklyn White wrote on Twitter Saturday (Oct. 19). Yall complain and beg us to alter our entire being, set our comfort zones ablaze, and conform to ideas of what we should be so yall can be pleased and comfortable.

Filmmaker Nikyatu Jusu also chimed in adding, Our Blackness does not make us inherent wind-up dolls, perpetually boisterous for your consumption. She continued, We are allowed to be meek, anxious, subdued I just rarely see the default projection of attitude placed on lethargic white/white proximal singers.

To Jusus point, brooding white singers Lorde or Billie Ellish have also spoken openly about how anxiety affects their performancestestimonials that have been met with overwhelming support. Rarely do we ever see the same sort of understanding offered to Black women artists with similar struggles. For the most part, the public largely remains silent on the issue of Black womens mental health, only to then celebrate their success stories.

Earlier in her career, Beyonc famously discussed embodying her alter-ego Sasha Fierce to conquer her nerves before going onstage. Today, the HOMECOMING: THE LIVE ALBUM performer is considered one of the most electrifying live acts on the planet. But Walkers journey should be given space to be unique, as experiences with anxiety may vary for different artists depending on their triggers and how severe their condition is.

Symptoms of social anxiety specifically can manifest in extraordinarily high levels of distress that include ruminations, negative thoughts and beliefs, difficulties with concentration and regulating attention, speech block, trembling, nausea, diarrhea, heart palpitations and a crushing sense of doom, according to Dr. Sumner. Any situation that involves potential social evaluation and social harm, especially by strangers, can be triggering to someone living with the condition. A person has to determine whether unclear environmental stimuli and events are threatening, Dr. Sumner added.

The NPR performance was the most open Walker has been about how her condition affects her. Though fans who have been following the singer closely this past year know shes alluded to struggles with visibility in previous interviews and on social media, often confessing she prefers solitude.

She echoed this again in October to fellow songbird Ari Lennox in their Apple Music conversation, aligned with the central theme of Walkers album, Over It. Less manufactured than most series in which two artists who otherwise dont know each other are forced to interact, Lennox and Walkers chat feels like two new-yet-close friends bonding as they sip wine and reveal everything in life theyre currently over and done with. Topics range from men, to waxing, to lace front wigs.

Toward the end of the conversation, Walker reveals shes also over performing live. In response to Lennox asking What are we gonna do outside of this? Walker quips, somewhat tragically, Go home and live a lovely, normal life. If thats the price Black women artists have to pay for suffering from social anxiety, the public has undoubtedly failed them as fans, critics and consumers.

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Rather than shopping, some in South Jersey took to trails. Produced by Phaedra Trethan

The Rancocas Nature Center is a beautiful escape into nature any time of year.(Photo: Courier-Post file)

Dr. Jeffrey Pinto, a Virtua internal medicine physician at Medford Family Practice, and his wife Dr. Jackie Riedel, a family practice physician with Virtua, enjoy hiking together.

They recently completed a four-day back packing trip in the Grand Canyon.

Hiking provides benefits not only to the body but helps nourish the mind, says Pinto. Stepping away from our busy lives, smart phone screensetc., helps reduce stress. Also, time spent in nature has been shown to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Hiking has an array of physical and mental health benefits, and autumn's crisp air andbreathtaking foliage provide the perfect incentives to give this form of exercise a try.

Hiking is a great cardiovascular workoutand, depending upon the type of trail you are on, the exercise intensity can be varied to suit your needs, says Pinto. In addition to being good aerobic exercise, hiking challenges your proprioception (awareness of your body in space) and develops muscles that aid in balance.

Pinto suggests most people should try and get 30 minutes of exercise daily, however any effort to increase physical activity will result in improved health.For example, Pinto says he walks around the building before starting his day and again midday in between patients.

An experienced hiker, Pinto has some pointers for newbies.

If you are new to hiking, make sure you have a map or PDFprintout of the trail that you will be on, he recommends. Let someone else know where you will be. You should always bring food and water. Protect against ticks and mosquitoes with long sleeves, pants and bug spray.

Fall colors have arrived at the Rancocas Nature Center in Westampton.(Photo: Courier-Post file)

Natalie Madanick, a holistic health coach, also enjoys walking trails for exercise. Twoof her favorite in the region areBlueberry Hill in Gibbsboro and Wissahicken Park in Philadelphia. Her business, http://www.onewholelife.net, was foundedto help others live healthy lives by addressing all aspects of their physical and mental wellness.

Nature grounds me, Madanicksays. Smelling the fresh air and looking at the beautiful trees and changing leaves is a huge mood booster. And, depending on the length and type of hike you choose to go on, a person can burn between 350 to 600 calories doing this exercise. Hiking lowers blood pressure, improves balance and digestion, builds the immune system, improves cognitive brain function,and reduces osteoporosis, inflammation and heart disease.

Hiking is also a good exercise to do with family or friends, says Madanick.

Family and friends can help you exercise and keep you in check, she says. Plus, it's a great way to spend time together.

After spending a beautiful autumn day on the trails, Madanick suggests continuing the fall enjoy enjoyment with a healthy, hearty, seasonal dinner such as rosemary chicken and vegetables. See recipe below.

Dr. Steven Davis, of Davis Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery with offices in Cherry Hill, Philadelphia and Northfield, says most of his patients ask him how they can look younger, and his response is to stay active and exercise.

The desire to age gracefully is not just about cosmetic surgery to look younger, says Davis. It's important that people do their part with exercise and having a healthy lifestyle to make sure their bodies and minds stay as youthful as possible.

Hiking, says Davis, is a good way to keep active and stay in shape.

I always feel like fall is the start of a new year, with the changing leaves and brisk weather, he says. Hiking now is probably at its peak. And hiking has many physical benefits and stimulates mental attitude. It is something new and exciting to enjoy in these upcoming months.

It's also a good exercise for those who are getting older and still want to find a way to stay active.

"Some of my patients have been doing a very physical exercise regime daily, and then as they get older this regime starts to bring them discomfort, he says. Hiking is a good way to continue their enthusiasm of exercising without bringing them as much pain. It's also a fabulous exercise to do with friends and is much more interesting than walking a treadmill.

National Hiking Day is on Sunday, Nov. 17 but you don't have to wait until then to try one of these great hiking destinations:

Batona Trail Getting its name from the words Back to Nature, this more than 50- miles-long trail is a must to see the beauty of autumn. It takes about three days to hike the entire trail, which begins in the Brendon T. Byrne State Park and continues through Franklin Park Preserve, Wharton State Forest and Bass River State Forest. For more information, visitnjparksandforests.org/parks/docs/batona14web.pdf.

Blueberry Hill Trails This walk is short, about .07 miles, but offers more trails off the main one and beautiful views of fall foliage. Climb to the top of the hill for views of Philadelphia. Blueberry Trail is at 178 Berlin Road, Gibbsboro.southjerseytrails.org/2013/04/16/blueberry-hill-trails-gibbsboro-nj/

Cheesequake State Park is a fun place to hike with friends and family.(Photo: Julio Cortez, AP)

Cheesequake State Park There are five different trails for hikers at this Middlesex County park, which uniquely lies in a transitional zone between two different ecosystems salt water marshes andupland forests. The Nature Center offers wildlife historical exhibits and Native American early colonization information. For more, visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/cheesequake.html.

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area During the fall, hike the 7.5-mile scenic trail that passesButtermilk Falls (New Jersey's highest waterfall),Cater Lakeand Hemlock Pond. This trail takes about sixhours, and is located in Layton, Sussex County. The trail is open from sunrise to sunset. For more information about the Delaware Water Gap, visit https://www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/index.html

Historic Smithville Park and Smith's Woods This 312-acre park offers different terrains, forests, meadows, streams and the 22-acre Smithville Lake. It is a treasure to visit during the fall, when the changing leaves pop with color around the trails. The Smith's Woods area offers a pavilions and picnic areas with grills, a butterfly garden, playground and restrooms. Historic Smithville Park is at 803 Smithville Road, Eastampton. For more, visit https://www.co.burlington.nj.us/948/Historic-Smithville-Park.

Nothing says fall like Hacklebarney State Park in Long Valley and Chester.(Photo: Bob Makin/staff photo)

Hacklebarney State Park The freshwater Black River crosses through this state park's rocky terrain, which is home to three endangered plant species the American ginseng, leatherwood and the Virginia pennywort. Wildlife is abundant, and hikers can spot more than 100 bird species, black bears, woodchucks, deer and fox. The park is at 119 Hacklebarney Road, Long Valley. For more information, visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/hackle.html.

Rancocas State Park The freshwater tidal marsh and upland and lowland hardwood forests at the Rancocas State Park give hikers ample opportunities to see a variety of birds and animals, as well as the colorful fall leaves. The park is home to the Rancocas Nature Center, where visitors can learn much about the environment and park. The park is at 794 Rancocas Road, Westampton. For more, visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/rancocas.html.

Sourland Mountain Preserve.(Photo: ~Courtesy of Somerset County Park System)

Sourland Mountain Preserve Five miles of fall foliage awaits hikers on the Ridge Trail. So does a variety of nesting birds like the Summer Tanager, Winter Wren and Black-capped and Carolina Chickadees. The preserve is at 421 East Mountain Road, Hillsborough, Somerset County. For more, visithttp://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksfacilities/sourland/sourlandmtpreserve.html

Wenonah Woods Enjoy the crisp fall air and bright foliage while hiking the 6-mile trail at Wenonah Woods. A trail map is recommended because some trails are not clearly marked. Wenonah Woods is off of Jefferson Avenue., Wenonah. For more information, visit http://www.wenonahenvironmentalcommission.org/.

Wissahicken Gorge The Wissahicken Gorge is home to 50 miles of hiking trails, beautiful sculptures, historic structures and Philadelphia's only remaining covered bridge. Its 1,800 acres, located in Northwest Philadelphia, has breathtaking fall foliage during the autumn months, and features steep, wooded hillsides. For more information, visit http://www.fow.org/visit-the-park/the-wissahickon-gorg

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Conference champion Jac-Cen-Del had the most all-conference selections.

(Milan, Ind.) The Ohio River Valley Conference has named its top boys soccerplayers for the 2019 season.

Jac-Cen-Del Eaglesfinished the season as theconference champs, placing five on the all-conference team.

Rising Sun had fourall-conference selections. They are Zac Brokaw, Landon Cole, Kendall Montgomery, and Jordan Parsons. Making the All-Conference team for Milan is Cameron Begley, Josh Clark, and Matt Riehle.

The 2019 ORVC Mental Attitude Award went to Milan's Talon Gobel.

Jac-Cen-Del's coach, Derek Jones, was namedthe 2019 ORVC Coachof the Year.

The full 2019 ORVC Boys SoccerAll-Conference Team is listed below.

CAMERON BEGLEY, MILANDILLON BINION, SOUTH RIPLEYDAMIEN BREECK, SWITZERLAND COUNTYZAC BROKAW, RISING SUNJOSH CLARK, MILANMITCHELL CLINE, SOUTHWESTERNLANDON COLE, RISING SUNTIM DEFRANE, JAC-CEN-DELZACH GENTILE, SOUTH RIPLEYHENRY GROTE, SHAWE MEMORIALJACK GROTE, SHAWE MEMORIALJACOB JINES, JAC-CEN-DELBRODY McCLAIN, SOUTHWESTERNKENDALL MONTGOMERY, RISING SUNJORDAN PARSONS, RISING SUNCORY RALSTON, SOUTH RIPLEYMATT RIEHLE, MILANMORGAN SUTTON, JAC-CEN-DELPATRICK WAGNER, JAC-CEN-DELRYAN WILSON, JAC-CEN-DEL

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It was Osho, Osho and more Osho last Saturday.

The Seaquam Seahawks were unable to contain St. Thomas Mores Nick Osho, as the Grade 11 ball carrier counted five touchdowns to lead a solid 31-22 victory in North Delta.

The wet weather added a layer of difficulty for ball handlers on both teams. But Osho was able to hold on en route to a big game.

We got off to a great start, even though it didnt work exactly how we planned it, remarked STM coach Steve De Lazzari. We were successful with an onside kick on the opening kickoff, but we were intercepted in the end zone.

On Seaquams first offensive play moments later, Osho stripped the ball free to give the Knights great field position. Hed carry it in from 14 yards out for the games first major.

The Burnaby squads second major came after another turnover off their second kick, setting up Oshos two-yard score.

After the Seahawks scored in the second quarter, Osho countered with a 12-yard dash to end the half.

Then on the first play of the second half, he broke free for an 80-yard major to make it 25-7. That comfort zone was shortlived, however, as the Seahawks attacked and got within a field goal of tying the game.

But Osho wasnt finished. He stripped Seaquams quarterback, and teammate Sean Oreta corralled the loose ball. A few plays later, Osho iced it with a four-yard run for a TD.

Having coached his older brother, David, I knew (Nick) had this kind of potential. He was following in some talented footsteps, and hes really developed his ground game this season, noted De Lazzari.

Osho finished with 260 yards on 29 carries, in addition to two forced fumbles from his outside linebacker position. Quarterback Anthony De Lazzari, meanwhile, completed five of eight pass attempts for 65 yards.

Kaishaun Carter would tally nine tackles, while Bryson Vanloo and Osho counted five tackles apiece.

The Knights remain ranked fifth overall in the B.C. AAA football poll.

They now venture to Coquitlam to play the winless Centennial Centaurs on Friday (7:30 p.m. at Percy Perry Stadium).

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For years, speed skater Katherine Adamek struggled with chronic professional self-doubt, despite having won two Olympic medals. The anxiety and insecurity were bleeding over from the ice into her personal life. A hip injury forced her into retirement in 2013.

After three years, though, Adamek was craving a comeback, but I wanted to do things differently this time, she says, building my confidence and learning how to be present for my teammates, how to enjoy my successes and learn from my mistakes instead ruminating and judging myself for them. She reached out to an Olympic sports psychologist with whom shed previously trained, who agreed to help, with one caveat: Adamek needed to start using a meditation app.

Between grueling workouts, Adamek interspersed three-minute guided meditations, building to 10- and 20-minute sessions. Within a few weeks, negative emotions passed more easily. I noticed changes in my relationships with my family, friends and teammates. I could enter a strength training session feeling confident, even if my last workout wasnt great. Adamek set a new American record at her first World Cup Circuit back from retirement in 2016.

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In the early 90s, when Phil Jackson (Nickname: The Zen Master) introduced mindfulness to the Chicago Bulls, the concept of athletes using meditation to tune into their bodies and minds and live in the moment was novel. But as meditation has moved mainstream among the American publicmore than tripling from 2012 to 2017, per the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Preventionmore and more athletes have embraced the technique.

Kobe Bryant, who learned to meditate when Jackson began coaching the Los Angeles Lakers, has said 15 minutes of daily morning meditation act like an anchor for his day, leaving him calm, set and ready for whatever may come my way. Pete Carroll, head coach of the Seattle Seahawks and an ardent believer in mindfulness, hired a sport psychologist to teach meditation, deep breathing and visualization to his athletes as a means of calming their minds during stressful plays and helping them enter the zonethe mental state of peak performance where an athlete can seemingly do no wrong. And Nike has partnered with the Headspace meditation app, offering subscribers features like mindful guided runs as part of a holistic athlete experience.

Orthopedic surgeon Mark Schickendantz, MD, director of Cleveland Clinic Sports Health and head team physician of the Cleveland Indians Major League Baseball team (yes, they employ a mindfulness coach), says meditation doesnt make players run faster or hit the ball with more force. It allows athletes to grow more grounded and centered, he explains and that mental stillness translates into them being able to tune out noise from the crowd, or not let a strike out wreck their performance for the rest of the game.

Schickendantz says it can do the same for everyday folks watching from the bleachers. Think about the stressors that come into our lives and catch us off guard; we tend to react mindlessly, yelling at the person who cut us off in traffic, for example. With practice, meditation and other mindfulness techniques help you respond to stress in a calmer, more present manner.

Practice gratitude. It can reduce depression and anxiety, lower your risk of disease and flood the brain with feel-good chemicals like serotonin. Work gratitude into your daily routine by reaching out to say thanks to someone who means a lot to you.

You dont need a candlelit yoga studio or an NBA locker room; just find a quiet, comfortable place where you can sit upright and be comfortable. Choose something to focus on; your breath, a mantra, an object. Feel your feet on the floor, connecting to the earth, and take three deep cleansing breaths, inhaling through your nose and out through your mouth, Schickendantz says.

Outside thoughts, like your looming To Do list, are bound to arise. Not only is that perfectly OK its the point of meditating. Mind-wandering isnt bad, he assures. Dont judge it. Just recognize it, label itWhoops, my mind is wandering and bring yourself back to the meditation. This continual re-centering is what builds mindfulness muscles, helping you better filter out stress and distractions and respond to life in a calmer, less-judgmental manner.

Creating a formal daily practice can maximize your benefits, but Journal of Clinical Psychology research found that meditating for five minutes a day, five days a week was enough to slash stress, elevate happiness and enhance the sense of connection subjects felt with others. Try grabbing it throughout the day, encourages Schickendantz, who practices while stuck in traffic. Do it while standing in line at the coffee shopinstead of automatically grabbling your phone [and mindlessly scrolling,] just stand there and be with yourself. (These are sometimes called micro-meditations.)

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Thanks to modern-day addictions like smartphones and social media, along with the tendency to over-analyze our words and actions, many of us neglect to tune into our thoughts and emotions, causing us to miss out on everyday moments, big or small, and disconnecting us from our bodies, says ChristianSlomka, Community Manager for the Calm meditation app. For athletes, losing focus can mean the difference between a huge win or loss; for you, the stakes range from sad (your little one feels ignored when you appear to choose your tablet over her) to sick (constant rumination triggers the bodys stress response, which is linked with an exhaustive laundry list of illnesses) to devastating (a texting-while-driving car accident).

Schickendantz says relief comes by treating pain just like an unwelcome thought: You identify it, label itTheres that pain againand let it go, accepting it as something that just happens to be a part of your life right now. Its not easy, he acknowledges but it can work. In a recent study by the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, meditation and mindful breathing helped patients manage chronic pain, sometimes lessening the need for opioid medication. Other research showed a single 10-minute meditation session could feasibly replace painkillers, boosting pain tolerance and reducing pain-related anxiety.

Whether youre an injured Olympian coping with an injury or a parent attempting to keep cool during a toddler temper tantrum, meditation can help you respond to life in a calm, mindful, less judgmental way. The practice also elicits multiple calm-inducing health effects, such as decreased heart rate and blood pressure, and reduced stress hormone production.

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The National Sleep Foundation says people who meditate fall asleep faster, sleep longer and catch higher quality zzzs.

Pre-meditation, Id bring work home with me and it would affect my interactions with my husband, Adamek described. After six weeks of using the Vision Pursue meditation app (cofounded by 10-year NFL veteran Jon McGraw), I brought less stress home with me and could be present, asking him about his dayand really listening. Back on the ice post-retirement, her new mindful skills helped her tune into teammates having bad days, encouraging them to open up. Today, as owner of a coaching company called Fix Your Mindset, Adamek helps athletes and organizations reach their next level via mental toughness skills including, of course, meditation.

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Mindfulness can prove useful tool for managing stress, overwhelming emotions

Even meditating for 15 minutes a day can improve overall quality of life by increasing focus and reducing tension in the body.

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Even meditating for 15 minutes a day can improve overall quality of life by increasing focus and reducing tension in the body.

LAUREN PETTIT | DAILY EVERGREEN ILLUSTRATION

LAUREN PETTIT | DAILY EVERGREEN ILLUSTRATION

Even meditating for 15 minutes a day can improve overall quality of life by increasing focus and reducing tension in the body.

RAINY SHARMA, Evergreen columnistOctober 25, 2019

Stop for a second. Take a deep breath, filling your stomach, not just your chest. Let your shoulders drop, unclench your jaw and exhale.

Even something simple like this can make a big change in your daily life. As human beings, we experience stress every day. One way to help reduce this is therapies like meditation and qigong.

Shallow breathing may increase stress and anxiety. This is when our lungs do not receive enough oxygen. When such a situation arises, we may feel stressed out because our body does not have proper energy.

Sometimes breath [or] energy gets trapped in some parts of the body like neck or shoulders due to our sitting posture and we do not realize it. This generally happens due to shallow breathing, said Liz Lee, licensed acupuncturist and traditional East Asian medicine practitioner at Pullman Regional Hospital.

This is where meditation and qigong come in, as both techniques involve deep breathing. Meditation is focusing the mind, breathing normally and letting go of all the other thoughts. This helps a person to stay emotionally calm and can eventually reduce stress.

Meditation helps you become yourself. It relieves you from the stress and uncertainties that you may be feeling in society, in your life, said Nitivia Jones, international student adviser at WSU. I think it can liberate you and free you to be more confident in the knowledge about who [you are] and thats the best thing you can be.

Some people find it difficult to focus their mind during meditation. In that case, qigong can be helpful as it involves slow physical movements along with visualization and deep breathing through the abdomen. Visualization means to focus on the flow of energy through body while doing the physical movements. This can help increase concentration.

While both meditation and qigong have many positive aspects, they can harm the body in a negative way if not done properly. Hence, it is always suggested to do it with a group of people that are already doing it and under the guidance of proper instructors.

The basic qigong exercises like hand movements and breathing need not require much guidance, Lee said, but if you are moving towards advanced qigong, it is essential to do it under expert guidance.

The same applies for meditation as well. There are many health risks associated with meditation if not done properly. It can lead to seizures due to changes in the normal functioning of the body like blood pressure and heart rate. In some cases, it may lead to increased levels of stress and anxiety and even panic attacks.

One thing that needs to be kept in mind is that meditation is a slow process and it takes time to show its effects. It is important to be patient and not expect results very quickly. A casual approach toward meditation can hamper the results. Even the Dalai Lama himself cautions people against a casual approach toward meditation.

Another thing that can be done when you are stressed or do not feel right is to communicate. Sometimes people might feel the signs of stress and anxiety in their body, but they do not share it with anybody and keep it to themselves. This may worsen the situation. It is always better to let go of the thoughts and reach out for help.

Some people find it harder to reach out as they dont want to look stupid, especially if they feel it is something very basic, Jones said. But this should not be the case. If [you do look] stupid, its OK and you should reach out for help.

While in many cases, meditation and qigong show effective results, in extreme cases of depression and sleeplessness, it may be important to take medication; however, this should only be done following the consultation from a medical professional.

Its for a medical professional to decide whether pills are the appropriate choice, Jones said.

It is also helpful if medication and meditation are done simultaneously as they are not mutually exclusive, but this should not be done without proper consultation.

Along with pills, people should also think if they are having proper food and proper breathing. They should not only depend on pills, Lee said.

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If you think you have a lot of Apple stuff, think again. It looks like Microsoft Apple employee Jimmy Grewal has you licked after he shared photos of his new Apple meditation room.

Quite how anyone can meditate while surrounded by so much awesome, I'm not really sure!

Looking through everything in that collection I'm not sure what my favorite item is. There's an Xserve which you don't see very often. And who doesn't love Power Macs and cheese grater Mac Pros?

And if you're wondering if that's everything, it's not. There's more!

Grewal says that there are still computers that need to be moved in from his office so the awesome is going to get even more...awesome. I can't wait to see this room/shrine/museum/best thing I've ever seen when it's finished.

Jimmy Grewal previously worked as the Program Manager on Microsoft's Mac Internet Explorer team and is currently a director of Elcome International.

Do you know of a room that can beat this? Can you? I'd love to know in the comments down below. The more obscure the Apple memoribilia, the better!

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Adult coloring books have been having a moment. A trendy take on the childhood classic, they are filled with whimsical scenes of landscapes and gardens or interconnected geometric patterns rather than the old cartoon characters. And while picking up some colored pencils and trying to stay inside the lines (or not, no judgment!) may feel a bit juvenile, art therapy is actually a well-regarded treatment style. Of course, sitting at your desk coloring isn't quite the same thing as working with a licensed art therapist, but you can still reap some major benefits from a good old-fashioned coloring session.

In fact, one study found that mindfulness-guided mandala coloring decreased anxiety in participants. And in another study, students who colored a pattern, rather than free-drawing, saw greater improvements in anxiety as well. Study authors hypothesized that "the complexity and structure of the plaid and mandala designs drew the participants into a meditative-like state that helped reduce their anxiety."

And the next big thing in coloring might be tracing. This stripped-back version of coloring offers another way to focus on a specific task, tapping into mindfulness. You can try it for yourself in the new 72-page workbook Trace by Baron Fig and Kyle T. Webster. As co-founder Joey Cofone explains, "Tracing and coloring fall into similar categories. They're both passive mind activities that help one relax by providing a simple set of directives."

Maybe it is the nostalgia of spending worry-free childhood days with crayons in hand that makes it so calming, but Cofone has another theory, adding, "The act of tracing engages a different part of the mind. It doesn't require active thinking but, rather, passive thinking in which our busy thought-centers are allowed to take a break."So sharpen those colored pencils, and start creating; you might just sharpen your mindfulness skills at the same time.

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