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Tag: Appreciation

  • Motivation Monday

    Our body’s basic health is impacted on a continuing basis by how we choose to utilize this amazing human attribute called our mind. — Dr. Wayne Dyer What is one activity you will do this week to make you smile?   You cannot always be number one, or always get the merit badge, but you can…

  • Meditation Monday

    How do we effectively respond when faced with ongoing stress and trauma such as, the COVID-19 pandemic? Dr. James Gorden (founder of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine) demonstrates three short and beneficial meditation practices in his webinar, Reducing Stress and Restoring Hope. Soft Belly Meditation Mindfulness Meditation Expressive Meditation Next time you are overwhelmed, scared,…

  • A New Month. A Fresh Start!

    Welcome June! What healthy change (big or small) will you commit to this month? How will you create a supportive environment to reach success? What will it feel like to accomplish your goal?

  • Thankful Thursday

    What is one thing you are grateful for today? Take a short 10 second break to write down the first thing that comes to mind.  Big and grandiose or small and simple.  10 seconds of a soothing, calming waterfall at Lake Annette Trail. *Disclaimer: Sound of running water can have an adverse effect. A toilet…

  • Wellness Wednesday

    Whether climbing a mountain or fighting through the uncertainties of a pandemic, we are all faced with hard, challenging times. We will make it. We will become stronger and more resilient. We will gain new perspectives and ideas. We will appreciate the small joys and accomplishments each day.

  • Thankful Thursday

    What small joy are you grateful for today? Appreciate life’s little blessings in a time of uncertainty, worry, and fear.  

  • Wellness Wednesday

    5 minutes to turn your frown upside down! Be Grateful. Be appreciative. Be Happy. Simply Be.

  • Laughter is Medicine

    In the midst of the novel Coronavirus and a new pandemic, we need to prepare not panic. Anxiety is a natural response to fear. We are not “crazy” to feel anxious. We need to find ways calm our frenzied minds.  Exercise boosts our immunity: How will you move your body each day? Humor lightens a tense moment. Here is a…

  • Thankful Thursday

    Make Gratitude a Habit! I am grateful for the Washington trails, and the peace and serenity of nature! 7 Habits to Become a More Grateful Person Send One Thank You Letter Each Week Write a thank you note to a friend or co-worker who was extra helpful last week. Write in a Daily Gratitude Journal Write…

  • Thankful Thursday

    As we begin November, a time to be thankful and show appreciation, let’s set a Gratitude Goal. Write 3 to 5 items on a notepad that you a grateful for each day. The first memories that come to mind, big or small. Another option is to record your answer to the following gratitude questions each day.