Episode 8 from my Podcast: Journey from Grief to Healing: M encouraged me to journal as a way to get in touch with my emotions related to my grieving and accompanying suffering. I didn't realize the depth and breadth of emotions I had been repressing as I grieved. I discovered journal is a big help … Continue reading Episode 8: Grieving and Suffering Wove their Way Through My Journal
Day: December 21, 2023
Today’s Inspiring Photo: Peace Be With You
It’s Time to Exercise Your Brain – Take the Anagram Challenge
Today’s mind sharpening anagram is a two or three word phrase. Can you unscramble the anagram to discover the two or three word phrase? It's time to exercise your brain! Today's Anagram:
Today’s Inspiring Quote by Shelley Tells us Not to Fear the Future
Fear not for the future, weep not for the past. Percy Bysshe Shelley
“When the Shy Star Goes Forth in Heaven” A Poem by James Joyce
James Joyce's poem, "When the Shy Star Goes Forth in Heaven", portrays a secret admirer serenading beneath a maiden's window, hoping she identifies him through his love song.
Cut Back on the Stress When Relatives Visit for the Holidays
To manage holiday stress when relatives visit, ChatGPT suggests planning ahead, setting boundaries, delegating responsibilities, creating a relaxing environment, and practicing self-care and mindfulness.
Today’s Joke: Joe’s Going Bird Watching
Joe: "My girlfriend and I are going on a bird watching vacation." Pete: "Where are you going?" Joe: "We're just going to wng it."
Thinking Out Loud: It’s Been a Good Year
The author reviews a successful 2023: maintaining good health, making numerous friends, blogging daily, strengthening relationships with daughters and neighbors, and preserving a strong-willed attitude. Optimism is their theme for 2024.