Today is a day many of us are off from work for Yom Kippur, a Day of Atonement. While I was not raised in the Jewish traditions, this day has always affected me as a day we could all use. I originally learned of its importance through Jewish friends. This day, I have discovered, isContinue reading “Day of Atonement”
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Obscured Vision
In my younger years I was always happy that I had perfect 20/20 vision. I never had to worry about eyeglasses as did so many of my siblings and classmates. Unfortunately, as most of us experience, when I was in my 40’s I began to notice that I couldn’t read in bed as easily asContinue reading “Obscured Vision”
Act or React?
There are so many opportunities for us to become angry and frustrated. The way we respond to these situations makes a difference in our overall sense of peace. Do we react at the way the driver just cut you off by screaming and pounding our fists on the steering wheel? Or, do we act andContinue reading “Act or React?”
Inner Peace
A state of feeling inner peace is sought after by most people. We would all like to be free from inner turmoil and conflict. We may feel as if we are making good headway and feel peaceful in our hearts. Then… Our computer crashes right before we sit down to write our blog that needsContinue reading “Inner Peace”
The Measure of Success
Our society places a lot of emphasis on being successful. We are all trying to be the best spouse, parent, employee, athlete, etc. The list could go on and on. Miriam Webster defines success as the degree or measure of succeeding; favorable or desired outcome; and the attainment of wealth, favor, or eminence. “Success isContinue reading “The Measure of Success”
Face Your Fears
Whenever I think of common fears, and research done on anxiety-producing situations, I always laugh at the fact that when listing common fears in order of worst to best, many people list fear of public speaking above the fear of death. This is a common topic for many a comedian’s skit. I have to sayContinue reading “Face Your Fears”
Our Powerful Mind
Recently all our lives have become fraught with uncertainty, conflict, and anger. You cannot live in this country (and probably the world) without feeling the unrest, stress and tension present everywhere you go (even if you never leave your home). We are being bombarded by negative messages, nastiness, and even lies, which are almost impossibleContinue reading “Our Powerful Mind”
A Place for Everything, And Everything in Its Place
For me, being organized is a way to reduce stress. I have learned that by being unorganized, I waste a lot of time in my day. I also would get frustrated with myself which would lead to feelings of self-hatred and incompetence. I began the habit of “A Place for Everything, And Everything in ItsContinue reading “A Place for Everything, And Everything in Its Place”
Don’t Forget To Stretch
We all have heard the experts tell us the importance of stretching prior to and after our exercise routine. Stretching before we exercise allows our muscles to loosen up and become resistant to the strain they are about to endure, thereby reducing the chance of injury. When you stretch your muscles after a workout, you’reContinue reading “Don’t Forget To Stretch”
Grit – I Don’t Mean Sand in Your Bathing Suit
The word grit has a few definitions, one being small particles of sand. Another version is the item for breakfast that I learned about when visiting the south. I wasn’t a fan at first until I had homemade grits – they were delicious! The grit I am thinking about today is the courage and resolveContinue reading “Grit – I Don’t Mean Sand in Your Bathing Suit”
Organizing, Growing, and Finding Peace Together 