Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Self Care, Emotional Health, Joy and Singing!
I've been listening to podcasts about emotional health. (Pete Scazzero is one of my favorite at the moment)... I learned from Dr. Nicole LePera on the Do The Thing podcast, about how important the Vagus nerve is... and to activate it, deep breathing and SINGING are effective! I'm not good at carrying a tune, but I have lots of wonderful old songs in my heart. Today it was, "There is Sunshine is my soul today, more glorious and bright, than shines in any earthly sky, for Jesus is my light!" Fun to learn that singing helps keep me healthy!!
Monday, January 27, 2020
Think Before You Speak
"If thou thinkest twice before thou speakest once, thou wilt speak twice the better for it. Better say nothing than not to the purpose. And, to speak pertinently, consider both what is fit and when it is fit to speak. In all debates let truth be thy aim, not victory, or an unjust interest; and endeavor to gain rather than to expose thy antagonist." William Penn
If you think twice before you speak once, you will speak twice as well for your effort. It would be better to say nothing than to speak in a way that serves no purpose. And, to speak pertinently, consider both what is proper and when it is proper to speak. In all arguments let truth be your aim, not winning the argument, or unfair interest; and try to gain understanding rather than to expose wrong in your opponent....
If you think twice before you speak once, you will speak twice as well for your effort. It would be better to say nothing than to speak in a way that serves no purpose. And, to speak pertinently, consider both what is proper and when it is proper to speak. In all arguments let truth be your aim, not winning the argument, or unfair interest; and try to gain understanding rather than to expose wrong in your opponent....
Thursday, May 24, 2018
How to Beat Craving and Complaining
About a year ago I discovered Podcasts at last. Well, I'd heard of them a long time ago, but never had the time to listen to them. Now I have plenty of time.... to knit and listen to Podcasts! First I signed up for my Pastor's sermons... then some other sermons.... and then The Minimalists... and more.
Rob Bell's Podcast The Robcast from May 21, 2018 titled "But He Shouted All the More"....
Desires, cravings, even addictions.... my will power against the craving..... But what do I REALLY desire? Go further into my desires... Do I really want the donut, or "is there anything I want More?" Yes! I want my body to feel great. I want that more than I want seconds on dinner... focus on that.
"Let your desire for something greater overtake the smaller desire."
"Figure out what you want! Do this work." So many resentments we carry around are because we never figured out what we want rather than what others chose for us. Don't let people "should on you".
Complainers & manipulators - ask them "What do you want me to do for you?" It will draw out the real desire and then you can deal with it.
God, Help me want You more! Help me to find my comfort and pleasure in You rather than in food, depression, complaining. Help me be SATISFIED in You!!
Rob Bell's Podcast The Robcast from May 21, 2018 titled "But He Shouted All the More"....
Desires, cravings, even addictions.... my will power against the craving..... But what do I REALLY desire? Go further into my desires... Do I really want the donut, or "is there anything I want More?" Yes! I want my body to feel great. I want that more than I want seconds on dinner... focus on that.
"Let your desire for something greater overtake the smaller desire."
"Figure out what you want! Do this work." So many resentments we carry around are because we never figured out what we want rather than what others chose for us. Don't let people "should on you".
Complainers & manipulators - ask them "What do you want me to do for you?" It will draw out the real desire and then you can deal with it.
God, Help me want You more! Help me to find my comfort and pleasure in You rather than in food, depression, complaining. Help me be SATISFIED in You!!
Saturday, February 28, 2015
Be Meek!
Happiness Trigger #4 is Financial Savvy. Learning how to use money to best advantage brings confidence and contentment.
Years ago I discovered the Crown Money Map as a means of planning, and taking steps toward the goal of financial freedom. It taught me that financial freedom may not come in a month, or in a year, but it can come with consistent planning and self-discipline. Just being on that journey, with a map to follow, brings peace.
Activate this trigger: (from Valorie Burton) 1. Live below your means, 2. Be meek- choose humble surroundings, 3. Generosity; Give some away!, 4. Buy experiences, not things, 5. Negotiate (for purchases, salaries, etc.), 6. Take nothing for granted, 7. Buy time - time is a worthy investment, 8. Pay now, enjoy later (anticipation for fun already paid for!).
Years ago I discovered the Crown Money Map as a means of planning, and taking steps toward the goal of financial freedom. It taught me that financial freedom may not come in a month, or in a year, but it can come with consistent planning and self-discipline. Just being on that journey, with a map to follow, brings peace.
Activate this trigger: (from Valorie Burton) 1. Live below your means, 2. Be meek- choose humble surroundings, 3. Generosity; Give some away!, 4. Buy experiences, not things, 5. Negotiate (for purchases, salaries, etc.), 6. Take nothing for granted, 7. Buy time - time is a worthy investment, 8. Pay now, enjoy later (anticipation for fun already paid for!).
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Am I "Others-Minded"?
This morning I read chapter 3 in the book by Valorie Burton. Happiness Trigger #3 is Service.
Then I went to church, and the message today?.... was about getting involved, volunteering to become a part of the mission of the Church.
Pastor Todd reminded us a bit of the history of The Church... starting most of the world's hospitals, universities, orphanages, etc. over the centuries. Now it's our turn.... What will I do with the opportunity I have to influence others? (Influence is a stewardship).
Burton encourages us to decide: "Every day, I do at least one thing to brighten someone else's day." John 13: 12-15 One-another-ing....
Matthew 23:11 servant-hood.....
Share knowledge, give things, smile, touch, serve others! When I begin to forget to worry about my own annoyances, problems, weight gain, etc. and focus on lifting up others, I will begin to realize a lift in my HAPPY :-)
It's as important as any workout or diet. It will take discipline. It makes me smile to think that I could begin a ripple of smiles in my neighborhood.
Then I went to church, and the message today?.... was about getting involved, volunteering to become a part of the mission of the Church.
Pastor Todd reminded us a bit of the history of The Church... starting most of the world's hospitals, universities, orphanages, etc. over the centuries. Now it's our turn.... What will I do with the opportunity I have to influence others? (Influence is a stewardship).
Burton encourages us to decide: "Every day, I do at least one thing to brighten someone else's day." John 13: 12-15 One-another-ing....
Matthew 23:11 servant-hood.....
Share knowledge, give things, smile, touch, serve others! When I begin to forget to worry about my own annoyances, problems, weight gain, etc. and focus on lifting up others, I will begin to realize a lift in my HAPPY :-)
It's as important as any workout or diet. It will take discipline. It makes me smile to think that I could begin a ripple of smiles in my neighborhood.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Taming Expectations
What do you expect of yourself?
Do your expectations of yourself match the person God created you to be? Perhaps you feel like others around you are expecting you to be_______.... But your personal bent is more________......
Tame your expectations...... Author Valorie Burton points out: as women grow older, it has been noted that they also tend to grow less happy.... Expectations they set on themselves begin to create "perpetual anxiety, self-doubt, and a generally unhappy life"....
At Ease! You have nothing to prove! (That's my new motto). God created me to be creative, smart-ish, but every so slightly (or more so) air-headed. Other women are so capable of multi-tasking and planning, and I'm just not! I am an ordinary "pint person in a gallon world". I do have positive qualities that make me a worthy part of the body of Christ, a useful citizen in my town, family, etc.
Don't let anyone, least of all yourself, expect your personality to include all the strengths and none of the weaknesses. Enjoy the role God gave you. Valorie Burton says, "... enjoy simple but profound pleasures. Give yourself permission to be human and appreciate the ordinary." SMILE!
Do your expectations of yourself match the person God created you to be? Perhaps you feel like others around you are expecting you to be_______.... But your personal bent is more________......
Tame your expectations...... Author Valorie Burton points out: as women grow older, it has been noted that they also tend to grow less happy.... Expectations they set on themselves begin to create "perpetual anxiety, self-doubt, and a generally unhappy life"....
At Ease! You have nothing to prove! (That's my new motto). God created me to be creative, smart-ish, but every so slightly (or more so) air-headed. Other women are so capable of multi-tasking and planning, and I'm just not! I am an ordinary "pint person in a gallon world". I do have positive qualities that make me a worthy part of the body of Christ, a useful citizen in my town, family, etc.
Don't let anyone, least of all yourself, expect your personality to include all the strengths and none of the weaknesses. Enjoy the role God gave you. Valorie Burton says, "... enjoy simple but profound pleasures. Give yourself permission to be human and appreciate the ordinary." SMILE!
Laughter Yoga
*Laughter!* Mainers know how important it is to implement happiness triggers during a long winter. That's why the local newspaper is hosting a free Laughter session at the YMCA! Judy just told me about it this week. Thinking I'll make it part of my Happy Plan. Moms - you could lay on the floor with the "cherubs" and see who can laugh the loudest, longest, etc. :-0 What a kick!
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