In Episode 18 of my podcast, Journey From Grief to Healing, I played music in my home. I hadn't played music since Babe entered the hospital six months earlier. The first song that randomly played was Garth Brooks' Unanswered Prayers.' It wasn't easy, but I listened to it.You can listen to this episode on your … Continue reading Episode 18: A Step Forward While Grieving: I Began Playing Music
Day: January 3, 2024
Today’s Inspiring Quote: Eyes Forward – It’s Going to Okay
The difficulties you meet will resolve themselves as you advance. Proceed, and light will dawn, and shine with increasing clearness on your path. Jim Rohn
Today’s Joke: Joe Starts a New Band.
Joe: "I'm starting a new band we're calling ourselves the 999mb" Pete: "How are you doing?" Joe: "We haven't had any gigs yet."
Thinking Out Loud: Turn Your Fantasy into Reality
“It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist NOTE: 2024 is in front of us. Call it a dream, adventure, quest, or pursuit embrace it not as some far off thing you'll do once you retire. Don't put it off any longer. You don't have to do … Continue reading Thinking Out Loud: Turn Your Fantasy into Reality
Today’s Inspiring Photo: No River Is Too Wide to Cross
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:
Kind Hearts: An Anonymously Written Poem
Kind Hearts Anonymous Kind hearts are the gardens,Kind thoughts are the roots,Kind words are the blossoms,Kind deeds are the fruits;Love is the sweet sunshineThat warms into life,For only in darknessGrow hatred and strife. Source
Maintain Good Health During Long Flights
Leslie Kaminoff, a yoga therapist and breathing specialist, explains that airplane cabins, simulating altitudes of 8,000 feet, have less oxygen and low humidity, challenging passengers' respiratory systems. He recommends taking long, deep breaths. Kaminoff advises plane travelers to contract calf muscles, not perform strenuous exercises. Simple movements like foot tapping help pump blood from the … Continue reading Maintain Good Health During Long Flights