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TEMPE, Ariz. Police departments are developing new ways to help officers decompress from the stresses of the job. One agency in Arizona is using meditation as a part of officer development.

Tempe Police Chief Sylvia Moir told ABC News that encouraging her officers to mediate has helped them respond, not react in tense situations.

Without a doubt I think the [meditation] practice shows promise, getting us to be present, not take triggers, not take the bait that makes us react and if the practice can get us to see the perspective of another to enhance our compassion, then I think it does lend itself to broader application in policing, she said.

Moir has instilled the meditation practice in officer training and told ABC that its important for officers to be as tactically sound as they are physically fit. She believes it helps officers slow their mind in the field and make smarter decisions.

Were really good at I call them perishable skills, the shooting, driving, defensible tactics, she said. And what were doing with mindfulness practices is were saying, Look, were going to give you a set of tools, you take it, you use it for the whole you, personal and professional, make it what works for you.

Meditation has helped Moir realize microcues she may send unintentionally when shes at a scene.

I meet with people who are suffering, who dont feel like they have been served by the justice system ... with family members who have lost someone, [with] officers that have done wrong and Im holding them accountable, she said. Its in those moments where I have to really engage but also listen.

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Lack of interpersonal skills can be a career crusher. A deleterious emotional state can have serious ramifications on the way you think and process information, and of course, it also affects the way others relate to you. Are you confident and calm when dealing with high-stakes, or high-stress conversations? It's something many people struggle with due to various reasons such as differences of opinion, competing priorities, contrasting frames of references, misunderstandings or tension from past conflicts that shrouds your judgment.

Attaining alignment with another --- with emotional composure and resiliency -- is indispensable when developing and maintaining relationships. The good news is that there are several practices and techniques you can learn to help you regulate your emotions. One of these foundational skills is mindfulness.

Mindfulness refers to an awareness of what is happening emotionally -- right here, right now -- within your body and mind. It can be practiced through a powerful meditative process called mindfulness meditation. It is specifically designed to provide you the strength to be more mindful when the occasion dictates, such as when you are in a high stress, high impact conversation. When it is practiced regularly, it is easier to go from being highly reactive to a more stable and productive state of being.

Try this five-minute mindfulness meditation exercise several times a week. With practice you'll begin to exude calm reassurance and confidence in any situation:

Minute 1: Rest your hands on the tops of your thighs with your legs hip-distance apart and your feet flat on the floor. Relax your eyelids, allowing your gaze to soften and rest unfocused. Breathe deeply, inhaling through the nose and then exhaling through pursed lips, like you are gently letting the air out of a balloon. Inhale for a count of six then exhale for a count of seven.

Minute 2: Stop counting and allow your breathing to fall into a natural and easy rhythm. Pay attention to what your breaths feel like -- not overly deep or shallow -- and compare that with your usual cadence. Tune into the rising and falling sensation in your body from your belly to your shoulders.

Minute 3: Continue to be aware of your breathing. If random thoughts (work tasks, errands, deadlines) pop into your head, do not push them out or linger on them. Instead, imagine each one as a harmless cloud floating on by. This helps you to acknowledge the thoughts and pre-occupations of the mind without responding to them emotionally. If a thought still doesn't drift away from your mind, take a few seconds to acknowledge it then gently return your focus to your breath. If this occurs again, just repeat the process without judgment or reaction. They are just clouds floating by our field of awareness.

Minute 4: Release your focus and simply sit. Remind yourself that there is nothing to fix, nothing to do and nothing to change.

Minute 5: Think about something you are grateful for, such as spending time with friends or even having the chance to meditate in that moment. Then gradually transition your thoughts to how you feel physically; the relaxed state of your muscles and the steadiness of your heartbeat. Open your eyes, take one deep breath in -- and then out.

Emotional connections are the building blocks that support commitment and trust. Strong emotional regulation skills are vital in building and nurturing relationships. Mindful meditation can help you achieve a more balanced and grounded presence -- freeing you from stress and impulsive emotions.

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Not too long ago, veganism was thought to be a practice upheld mostly by food-deprived tree huggers who have an unyielding passion for animal rights.

Nowadays, the rest of the world is catching on, and its not just because more awareness has been created around animal cruelty. The health and wellness benefits of the vegan lifestyle are becoming proven, recognized and indisputable.

Plus, vegan cookbooks proveeating vegan can actually be quite delicious.

If youre thinking about going vegan, you wont regret it. Sure, it involves significant effort, planning and sacrifices but the benefits are well worth it.

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A plant-based diet will dramatically increase your energy levels, promote significant weight loss, improve your overall health, get you glowing skin and much, much more.

Here are six major benefits of following a vegan diet.

Veganism is a great diet for weight loss, and studies have proven this. A recent study involved 1,151 dieters and 12 different diet trials in which participants followed a specific eating regime and their weight loss was monitored.

The diets studied included vegan, vegetarian, animal-based, etc. The vegans lost the most weight but why? Vegan meals tend to be high in fiber,and fiber-rich, plant-based foods will make you feel fuller and more satisfied for longer, so youre less likely to snack on something naughty an hour post-meal.

Also, by cutting out cheese and dairy from your diet, youre cutting out a huge percentage of unhealthy fats. When vegans cook themselves dinner, its typically made up of lots of vegetables and whole grains, all of which have a low glycemic index. Low GI foods contribute to weight loss, as do high-fiber foods.

Adopting a vegan lifestyle can help you prevent a number of different diseases.

For example, studies have shown lower breast cancer rates in countries where women eat less meat and animal products compared to countries where women eat more animal products.

Eliminating dairy products and meat also improves your cardiovascular health, lowers blood pressure and reduces your risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Veganism also combats arthritis, inflammation, asthma and osteoporosis.

Your overall health stands to benefit a remarkable amount if you go vegan sooner rather than later.

Several vegans attribute their healthy, clear and glowing skin to their plant-based diet. Come to think of it, almost all the vegans I know have beautiful skin and look fantastic without makeup.

It makes sense since eating a plant-based diet means theyre taking in more vitamins, antioxidants, water and minerals than most people. And its not just skin that stands to benefit, either. Thanks to all that omega-3 and vitamin A and B, veganism results in healthier nails and fuller, more healthy-looking hair.

Vegans look and feel younger, too, and theres a reason. The vegan diet tends to promote collagen production. This is important since we naturally lose collagen as we age, which makes the skin appear thinner and saggier and causes wrinkles.

The vegan diet results in more collagen production because vegans tend to have a higher vitamin C intake (due to all the fruits and vegetables they eat) and vitamin C boosts collagen.

Eating foods that are easy on your digestive system will make all the difference when it comes to your energy levels, and animal foods are difficult for your body to digest.

When your digestive system is overworked, you feel lethargic and low on energy. Thats why going vegan and eating more plant-based foods will dramatically increase your energy levels. This means you can be more productive during the day, have more energy for the gym and achieve more in your day-to-day.

When you become a vegan, you may notice more energy by day but youll also notice better sleep quality by night.

Your sleep will improve when youre a vegan, and it has everything to do with what youre consuming by day. Vegans cant eat meat, eggs or dairy so they end up eating a lot of nuts, fruits and vegetables instead.

Walnuts, pistachios, pineapple, oranges and cherries are known to help the body produce natural melatonin. Plus, plant-based foods are often high in vitamin B6, magnesium and potassium, which aid in the production of serotonin and help relax the body and mind.

Why not be part of the solution, instead of being part of the problem? Vegans save animals, they contribute toward reducing their countrys water-intake and their practices help avoid deforestation.

We need significantly less water and less land to produce plant-based foods compared to the amount needed to produce animal-based foods. So, those tree-hugging vegans really are helping save the planet.

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With vegan cheesesteaks showing up at more places than ever in Philly (and everywhere), we want to identify - and eat - the best vegan cheesesteaks around. And at noon today, with the help of Frank Olivieri, Jr. and Christina Pirello, the fourth annual 2017 Best Vegan Cheesesteak in Philly contest launched with the opening of online voting.

Everyone can vote once per day per platform. The online ballot is HERE. Additionally, twitter users with a valid account can vote each day with a tweet containing the venue name and the hashtag #vegancheesesteak. See complete 2017 rules here.

As vegan cheesesteak lovers know, this is an exciting time, with 2016 champion (and first-year winner) Blackbird Pizzeria defending the crown against dozens of fine vegan cheesesteaks including several newcomers this year. Philly voters are encouraged to try the sandwiches at as many venues as possible to assure the highest-quality decision-making in the 'Philly' category. Everyone can vote in the 'Everywhere' category, which will serve to break a tie in the final judging.

Voting results and ranking will be updated on this page every day from March 11 to March 20, when the voting period ends. The top three vote-getters with qualifying sandwiches will advance on to the final round. One voter chosen at random will win a deluxe dinner for 2 at Miss Rachel's Pantry. One twitter voter will be named '2017 Vegan Cheesesteak Superfan' (see rules) and will win a prize package including a custom-cooked cheesesteak and more.

The Final Judging event will occur on March 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at The Ethical Society (1906 Rittenhouse Square) and will be emceed by Frank Olivieri, Jr, owner of Pat's Steaks, the originator of the cheesesteak sandwich. The March 23rd event will feature vegan cheesesteak sampling by at least five venues. (Yes, we know the 2016 event had just two, and the logistical issues behind that have been dealt with to assure a diversity of sampling options this year.)

This event will also feature appetizers by Lenka Zivcovic of The Plough and The Stars, plus special surprises. Advance tickets are $5, or $7 at the door.

The top three finalists will have their sandwiches tasted and judged by a panel of 4 esteemed judges who will be named on Monday, March 13. The winner will become the 2017 champion holding the title of Best Vegan Cheesesteak in Philly!

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The prospect of going vegan was a daunting thought. Being a vegan meant giving up all animal by-products. Meat, dairy and many of my usual go-to snacks had to be purged from my diet.

As someone who basically survives off chicken, steak and protein bars, I knew this was going to be tough.

However, the first step to succeeding in any sort of diet is to be prepared. Iresearched foods I could eat, planned out my meals and wrote out a shopping list. I was determined to be ready to tackle any food craving that might hit me throughout my week as a vegan.

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I fixed all of my lunches for the week prior to starting my diet so I wouldnt feel tempted to break my diet due to a time crunch.

The night before I started, I weighed in at 108 pounds. I felt bloated and lethargic and was desperately trying to get rid of my acne. I was ready for a change.

For breakfast, I ate two slices of fresh pumpernickel bread that I purchased from my local bakery, which were preservative free. I topped it with all-natural peanut butter.

Of course, I had to have my coffee as well, and I drank it black. This was difficult, as I normally load my coffee up with cream and sugar, but as the week went on, I began to enjoy having my coffee in its truest form.

For lunch, I had fresh spinach leaves topped with a baked sweet potato. I alternated between eating Vega Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein and Snack Bars and Luna Protein Chocolate Walnut Fudge Barsto satisfy my sweet tooth, as well as an apple for extra nutrients.

The sweet potato was actually really filling, so most days I ate the sweet potato and had trouble finishing the rest of my lunch!

I would rather have too much food packed and save it for later, rather than packing too little and being tempted to dip into that not-so-healthy stash of snacks hidden away at work.

Dinner was the fun part. I was forced to be creative! On the first night, I decided to try out vegan fajitas. Theyconsisted of onions and peppers sauted and seasonedin a flour tortilla.

Im not going to lie, by the end of day one, I had a migraine that I just couldnt shake. I didnt think I could keep it up. My body wasnt handling this new change well, and I was very tempted to give up.

On day two, I had a salad for dinner. I loaded it up with shredded carrots and other vegetables and vegan-friendly Italian dressing. Once again, I ended the day with a migraine that I just couldnt kick.

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By the third day, I no longer had a migraine, as my body was beginningto adjust to my new diet. I ate pineapple barbecue rice for dinner and had whole-wheat pasta the next two nights.

To supplement my protein intake, I drank Vega Protein Power and blended it together with fruit and water to make Vegan-friendly smoothies.

When I got home from work each day, I felt motivated and ready to conquer the rest of the afternoon. Normally after I get home from a full day of teaching third graders, I feel sleepy and take a two-hour nap.

However, this week I felt energized. After those first two days, I spent my afternoons mountain biking, running and hitting up the gym. My running times were faster than usual, and my body didnt feel achy after working out.

By the of the end week, I was no longer bloated, my acne had cleared and when I went to weigh myself, I was 104 pounds.

I had lost four pounds of weight in just one week!

If youre thinking of going vegan, I definitely recommend it. Its difficult at first, and requires a ton of planning, but the end result is totally worth it.

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I recently made a plant-based fava bean and mushroom chili, and of course, with chili you have to have cornbread. Making a delicious vegan chili is just a matter of adding some minced mushrooms and char roasted aromatics, but making a flavorful cornbread with a nice crumb without dairy, lard or eggs is a tougher nut to crack.

Despite having a name that makes it sound plant-based, cornbread is actually more like a cake than a bread and relies heavily on butter (or lard), eggs and buttermilk. The butter is what gives cornbread its moist crumb and rich flavor, while the tart buttermilk reacting with the baking soda helps the bread to rise. The eggs also play a hand in moisture retention, they also add structure to the dough.

To make my cornbread vegan, I started with my regular cornbread recipe and started with the easiest substitution first: the butter. Coconut oil with a little nutritional yeast makes for a great butter substitute that will give your cornbread a rich buttery taste, and will even impart a pale yellow color.

Instead of buttermilk, I used a combination of soy milk and lemon juice. Any plant-based milk will do, but the addition of lemon juice is the key to making the bread rise properly.

Finally theres the eggs. Most vegans are probably familiar with flax eggs, but I prefer using chia seeds because they have a more neutral flavor. Chia seeds also contain more fiber and calcium which make them a great way to supplement the nutritional value of this bread.

Cooking the cornbread in a cast-iron skillet renders the outside crisp and buttery, while the interior is moist and crumbly. Its like the difference between a crusty french baguette and a loaf of white sandwich bread. This is one of those breads that becomes more flavorful as you chew, so while its amazing with a bowl of chili, its also delicious on its own.

Vegan cornbread is one of those that becomes more flavorful as you chew, so while it's amazing with a bowl of chili, it's also delicious on its own. (Recipe Credit: Marc Matsumoto of Fresh Tastes.)

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It takes a village to build a citys meatless community. Before the locally renowned Blackbird Pizzeria opened in 2010, there was just a handful of places for adequate meatless meals in Philadelphia, not all of which were strictly vegan: Govindas Vegetarian, Horizons (the precursor to Washington Square Wests Vedge), Kingdom of Vegetarians, Gianna's Grille, the Nile Cafe, Singapore, Harmony, and others in Chinatown.

Just over half a decade later, there are now over 20 different vegan and vegetarian restaurants. In 2012, Nicole Marquis founded local plant-based fast-food chain, HipCityVeg. Horizons chef-owners Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby opened Vedge in fall 2011, then V-Street in 2014, and Wiz Kid in 2016.

Whether its pho, corn dogs or cheesesteaks, its now possible to find the vegan version of it somewhere in the city. This comes as no coincidence. Today, in addition to classic pies, Blackbird offers a wide variety of wings, sandwiches (including a cheesesteak) that have been voted the best in town, salads, baked goods, and even calzones (all vegan).

Community was a huge factor in Blackbird getting started. For instance, about a dozen years ago, Blackbird co-owner and chef Mark Mebus met Mike Barone through a group of vegan, straightedge friends (Barone would later start vegan coffeehouse Grindcore House). It was Barone that pointed out a listing for vacant space, which Blackbird would later turn into their Chestnut Hill storefront. Mebus also notes that Blackbird could never have happened if Barone had not pursued his a business of his own.

It was Mike looking into opening Grindcore House that brought us to finding Blackbirds location, Mebus added. So without him doing Grindcore, Blackbird may not have ever happened.

Barones business started on a similar note. After moving to Pennsport, he noticed there wasnt a close coffee shop. During one afternoons falafel run, he and a friend checked out a vacant corner store. In that moment, Grindcore House then transformed from a wouldn't-it-be-cool-if idea to more of a holy-shit-we're-doing-this-thing one.

Plus, Barone wanted to combine his interests of veganism, music, and anti-authoritarianism into his own establishment. In the backroom, theres a radical library filled with titles about animal liberation, environmentalism, anarchism, and other leftist topics that customers are free to check out. And just like the name suggests, you can expect to hear the restaurants authentic grindcore soundtrack playing in the background all day long.

I know I may sound biased because he is first and foremost a friend, but it would be difficult to find someone who has mastered their craft more than Mark, Barone explains. In addition to raising the bar for restaurants, vegan or otherwise, countless people have benefited from his willingness to share those skills and know-how.

Blackbirds concept not only comes from the lack of options in town, but also from Mark Mebuss passion for pizza. It helped that he has a background working in the vegan food industry at Blossom in New York City, as well as Horizons.

Using his expertise in graphic design, business partner Ryan Moylan chipped in by creating the eaterys website. However, Mebus said he runs most of the businesss operations these days.

Beyond just being a vegan pizzeria, Blackbird has trained employees into tailored vegan cooks, taking their skills with all things meat-free, dairy-free, egg-free with them wherever they go. For instance, former managers Matt Quinn and Jeff Poleon founded Dotties Donuts in 2016, an all-vegan donut shop located in West Philadelphia off Baltimore Avenue.

However, like every veg scene, there is room for improvement.

I would like to see the vegan food scene in Philly to continue to be more diverse as well, Mebus added. I think there is a need for more mid level restaurants that are somewhat casual but still full service.

Even if there could be more meatless full-service alternatives, whats clear is that now, more than ever, theres no shortage of excellent vegan-friendly eateries in Philly even if youre an omnivore.

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Vegan food isnt as fussy as it may seem. In fact, you can make vegan versions of just about all of your favorite foods, from vegan cheesetosoul food, at home. But sometimes you get extra busy and nothing but acasserole will do. Luckily, the comfort food versions are just as convenient and tasty as the dishes you grew up loving. In fact, these 21 vegan casserole recipes prove it.

1. Teriyaki Tofu Tempeh Casserole: Sometimes cooking satisfying vegan food is as simple as recreating a favorite dish. This casserole gives takeout a makeover, swapping meat for tofu and tempeh. (via Simple Veganista)

2. Zucchini Corn Tamal Casserole: Skip making fussy individual tamales and try this easy vegan dish instead. Just mix your tamal batter and steam in a cake pan. (via Thyme and Love)

3. Hungarian Potato Casserole: Some potato dishes can feel heavy, but not this one. Its made with a creamy cashew sauce and kidney bean sausage crumbles, and garnished with pickles for an added kick of tangy flavor. (via Green Evi)

4. Vegan Breakfast Casserole: Eating vegan doesnt have to mean giving up convenience. This vegan breakfast casserole is perfect for serving a lot of guests, so your family gatherings and brunch parties dont have to be a chore. (via Vegan Heaven)

5. Kale, Cauliflower, and Sweet Potato Gratin: This casserole is a healthy vegan comfort food that works well as an entree or a side. It features a coconut milk sauce that coats sweet potato, cauliflower, and kale, making each bite taste creamy and rich. (via Foraged Dish)

6. Pumpkin Vegetable Bake: Pumpkin makes this hearty vegan casserole surprisingly creamy. Combined with a variety of veggies, like broccoli, zucchini, and carrots, it doubles as ameal thats comforting and healthy. (via V Nutrition and Wellness)

7. Cauliflower Alfredo Scalloped Sweet Potatoes: Cauliflower is a vegan secret ingredient that makes non-dairy comfort foods possible. Here, it makes a creamy Alfredo sauce thats baked along with sweet potatoes for a lighter but still delicious take on a classic. (via Food Faith Fitness)

8. Crispy Pumpkin Cheese Pasta Bake: Vegan cheese substitutes can weird some people out, but this creamy cheese sauce is made from roasted pumpkin, nutritional yeast, and non-dairy milk. Mix it with pasta, top with crispy breadcrumbs, and youve got a dish that rivals macaroni and cheese. (via Avomaniac)

9. Sweet Potato Green Curry Quinoa Casserole:This sweet potato and quinoa casserole gets a flavor boost thanks to green curry paste. (via Fit Foodie Finds)

10. Vegan Eggplant Moussaka:This vegan moussaka, made with lentils and a vegan bchamel, totally hits the spot. (via Connoisseurus Veg)

11. Creamy Vegan Wild Rice Casserole: Creamy wild rice casserole is always delicious. In this recipe, it gets an extra dose of flavor thanks to lots of sauted mushrooms and a topping of crispy breadcrumbs and herbs. (via Oh My Veggies)

12. Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole: Served alongside a Tofurky roast or with a dollop of cashew milk ice cream, you cant beat this sweet potato casserole. Its sweet and has a celebratory flair, but is totally vegan. (via Wake Up to Waffles)

13. Tomato Pasta Bake: Make dinner for a crowd with this pasta bake. Its a riff on the classic pasta and red sauce that can be made ahead of time for easy weeknight meals. (via A Virtual Vegan)

14. Vegan Taco Cornbread Casserole: Some days, youre just too lazy to make individual tacos from scratch. Thats when this vegan taco cornbread casserole, loaded with veggies, comes in handy. (via The Colorful Kitchen)

15. Mashed Cauliflower Green Bean Casserole:A creamy cauliflower sauce makes this easy green bean casserole a recipe youll turn to time and again. (via Contentedness Cooking)

16. Maple Bourbon Sweet Potato Ribbon Casserole: Finally, a new way to use sweet potato noodles. This casserole bakes them up with flavors of maple syrup, bourbon, and coffee, putting a new spin on a favorite. (via The Endless Meal)

17. Smoky Portobello Mushroom Vegan Cassoulet: Vegan French food may sound like an impossibility, but this recipe proves otherwise. It gives the classic cassoulet a makeover, adding mushrooms for a savory bite along with creamy, garlicky white beans. (via Connoisseurus Veg)

18. Easy Vegan Corn Casserole: Corn casserole goes with almost anything. Try the version alongside faux-roasts, roast potatoes, or as a vegan-friendly side dish that omnivores will also enjoy. (via Namely Marly)

19. Ratatouille Quinoa Casserole: Quinoa adds protein and fiber to this colorful casserole. Its a flavorful way to get all the veggies and nutrients you need for dinner and as lunch the next day. (via My Organic Diary)

20. Cheesy Rice and Broccoli Casserole: Vegan cheese sauce is not without faults cashew-only recipes can be pretty heavy. This recipe makes for a casserole thats slightly lighter, thanks to a sauce thats made with potatoes and carrots, not just nuts. (via Catching Seeds)

21. Tempeh Bacon Zucchini Casserole: Smoky tempeh bacon gives this dish tons of robust flavor. Add a crispy breadcrumb topping and its a vegan dish the whole family will love. (via Contentedness Cooking)

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