As we begin each day and go through our daily routines, how often do you say and hear, “thank you?” I can think of countless times I listen to it and say it, but do we all know why? I am sure I have not said thank you nearly as often as I should have, … Continue reading Gratitude- Taking time to understand
Category: #Emotions
Report on Happiness
Did you know there was a World Happiness Report? The current report for 2022 can be found on their website. In the graphs displayed on country ranking, you will see the United States ranks as number 16, Finland takes first place, and Denmark is in the 2nd spot on the chart, which they have held … Continue reading Report on Happiness
Today I will say….
My blog post on October 27, 2022, began with students saying. Embedded within the post was an article with data collected from middle and high school students. The data in the paper presented the biggest barriers to student learning, according to a new report released by YouthTruth, a nonprofit that surveys K-12 students and families … Continue reading Today I will say….
The aroma of life, take a deep breath
Quietness sweeps across the countryside as the sun begins to rise in the east. A chill in the air brings a crisp feel to the morning as I reach for the warmth of the freshly made coffee. The soft warm blanket, a gift from the grandchildren remind me of the many times tfreshly made coffee. … Continue reading The aroma of life, take a deep breath
Going Back
So when my friend asked if I would go with her for her mammogram, I said yes. I am back where I was when my breast cancer was discovered, my treatments began, and where my doctors all are who helped me say today, “I am cancer free.” While sitting in the lobby, I was able … Continue reading Going Back
Tuesday Talk! Self-Talk
I don’t know about you, but I can have some crazy talks with myself! I can talk myself into, and out of some situations I never thought I would be in my life. Negative self-talk can be very harmful! During our last vacation with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law, my husband and brother-in-law thought it was … Continue reading Tuesday Talk! Self-Talk
Understanding Self-Asking Questions
Today in my blog post, I posed the question of who you are. I wanted those who vied the post to share an I am statement. I am a caring learner. I am physically fit. I am spiritual. I shared in my weekly post that I would begin a “Stamping to Connect” project with my … Continue reading Understanding Self-Asking Questions
Dodging Bullets, Arrows and Fear
“Well, I tumble out of bed and stumble to the kitchen,Pour myself a cup of ambition, Yawn and stretch and try to come to life Jump in the shower, and the blood starts pumpingOut on the street, the traffic starts jumpingWith folks like me on the job from 9 to 5”~Dolly Parton, 9 to 5 … Continue reading Dodging Bullets, Arrows and Fear
Good Morning…Wednesday Wisdom
A cup full of positivity will bring a smile! Before you walk out the door, double-check you have not forgotten your smile. Here is the best thing about a smile. When others see it, they smile too! The other thing, they are secretly wondering, why are you smiling? Maybe this will cause them to reflect … Continue reading Good Morning…Wednesday Wisdom
Solution Weekly: August 28-September 3,2022
Telling a Story Inside each one is a story to be told. The author of our story should be ourselves, but how often do we allow others to take the pen to try to write in our story? Storytelling is an art. It is so engaging to listen to a true storyteller who can hook … Continue reading Solution Weekly: August 28-September 3,2022