I love people. I was raised in a family with lots of love and activities done together. I figured out that my job in life is to help make someone else’s day better. That was partly where my wanting to be a nurse came from. The other part was from my mother who took care … More A Funny Thing Happened at the Grocery Store
How can we foster bliss-filled peaceful minds instead of blitzed out minds? We are bombarded constantly with emotional, visual and auditory “static.” Where, or more appropriately, how can we find or make some calmness, peace and quiet in our lives? How can we motivate ourselves to practice what we know are the healthiest behaviors to … More Blissful or Blitzed, Choose Mindfully
When I was young, I had a lot of anxiety about doing the right thing or potential events that could happen. When you’re a teenager with all kinds of changes taking place in your body and brain, things can get a little crazy. You think you are in love with every handsome guy/or beautiful girl. … More Listen to Your Head and Heart
Are we there yet? Where is “there?” Do we know where our “there” is? When we were little we heard people tell our parents, “What a little man!” “What a pretty girl.” Nice strangers asked us, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Perhaps on a subconscious level we start at an … More Where is “There?”
Sometimes I have to admit that I get joy mixed up with being thankful. The two are different but so intertwined in my life, that I rarely feel one without the other. Most mornings as a child, I was awakened by one of my parents calling out, “Rise and Shine!” (I now know my mom … More The Joy of Life
My first son’s early years were started with Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood. Do you remember the words of his song at the beginning of each show? Here is a link to Mr. Rogers singing his song. https://www.misterrogers.org/videos/wont-you-be-my-neighbor/ The last verse’s words evoke much thinking. In case you didn’t watch the video, here is the last verse … More Are You a Good Neighbor?
by Melodie Elaine Estes To quest: for that knowledge that will help me to grow.To learn: with an open mind the things I need to know.To observe: with wisdom and open mind the thoughts to ponder. To give thanks: with heart and senses, full of wonder.To renew: daily the joy of new sights, smells, tastes … More How to Live a Good Life
I am basically a very happy person. My parents used to wake up my sisters, brother, and me with, “Rise and shine!” That was a great way to start your day for a young kid. It helped me look at life as a challenge, with a positive attitude for the later trials of the day. … More Do What You Can Do
I embrace my kookiness! I am me! I love myself, people, animals and life. I am a spiritual woman who is not afraid of new ideas and willing to learn and adapt. I occasionally face some anxiety from my past relationship but it is under control. I am open minded, respectful and accepting of others’ cultures, … More Who Am I?
Every day I find myself smiling at something on Facebook, or about something funny my cat does, or photos of my grandchildren or any children being cute. Smiles come naturally when you are pleased, happy, thankful, or filled with joy from any of a variety of stimuli. I smile at people who give eye contact … More Show Them You Care
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