How Nutrition Impacts Your Mental Health When I was growing up on the farm we had a vegetable garden, apple trees, a cherry tree and a pear tree. We ate our own beef cattle and raised chickens (for awhile anyway…that endeavor attracted snakes and didn’t last long; but that is for another post!). We picked … Continue reading The Mind-Body Connection
How to design the life you've always wanted. Photo by Rakicevic Nenad on Pexels.com I had been a nurse for over twenty years. I was burned out and exhausted but I was also a single mom with two boys to care for, so quitting my job was not an option. I loved taking care of … Continue reading Say “Yes!” to What You LOVE!
A heartfelt art that changes lives Sometimes I take a moment to pray and gather myself between patients. Working in healthcare can be hard and I want to make sure I am at the top of my game so my patients to know that I care about them, how much I respect their decision to ask … Continue reading The Joys of Gratitude
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com We are suddenly into Fall again when the leaves start to turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and gold, and there's a crispness in the air. It's an excellent time to embrace change in our lives and promote mental growth. I am going to share with you four ideas that … Continue reading Embracing Change in the Fall Season
How Thankfulness Rewires Your Brain Photo by alleksana on Pexels.com We've all been taught from a young age to say "thank you" when someone does something kind for us. But did you know that gratitude goes far beyond just being polite? It has the power to transform your brain and improve your overall well-being. Let's … Continue reading The Science of Gratitude
Your Gateway to a Wonderful Week Ahead Sunday-Funday, the glorious bridge between the weekend and the upcoming workweek. It's that one day where you can indulge in relaxation, self-care, and all the things that rejuvenate your soul. While many people might view Sundays as the prelude to Monday blues, I see them as an opportunity … Continue reading Sunday Funday
Unlocking the Power of Positivity Today, we're diving deep into the incredible impact Patrick Mahomes' positive mindset has had on the Kansas City Chiefs' locker room. Mahomes, the quarterback sensation and reigning Super Bowl MVP, is not just a game-changer on the field but also a master of fostering a winning attitude among his teammates. … Continue reading How Patrick Mahomes Transforms the Chiefs’ Locker Room.
Crafting Character: The Top Five Books That Will Transform You. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com I have been doing some research for a project that I am working on and came across some interesting information on character formation. I want to share with you the top five books I recommend to help you build and … Continue reading Building Character with Books!
Building Hope in the Face of Adversity Photo by RDNE Stock project on Pexels.com I have worked in the healthcare industry for almost 30 years. I love older people and enjoy visiting with them when I can because I learn so much from my conversations with them. I once had a client who had fallen … Continue reading Resilience
The Healing Power of the Outdoors Photo by Mau00ebl BALLAND on Pexels.com I spent a lot of time outdoors as a kid, exploring the timber, coming upon a family of raccoons climb into their nest at the end of the day (The babies struggled at first with climbing and the momma had to work hard … Continue reading Finding Hope in Nature
Calm Journey 