I feel like I’m the youngest in this group I’m 13! I’ve been going through a rough time lately. You all are amazing and always know how to brighten my day. I can improve my well-being by maintaining a good sleep schedule, staying positive, and working out. I’m learning to let go of my worries and not let anxiety take control. Although I’m dealing with grief, I know I have to move forward because every day is a new opportunity, and I can’t relive the past. So why wait?
Welcome, Aanya!
I’m with you
on ways to improve my life.
1. Good sleep schedule
2. Stay positive
3. Work out.
And I’m dealing with grief too,
but you’re right, the time to move forward is now.
We can’t relive the past.
Sending much love to you, Aanya!
Welcome dear Aanya! I am so sorry that you are grieving…We are so glad you are here…It seems you are very wise and thoughtful and us “old folks” will learn from you as well. Welcome and God Bless.
Welcome,
dear Aanya…
I think you are wise beyond your years.
As Michele said,
we all learn from each other,
and I’m sure
we will learn much from you
with love…♥
I need nourishment to give me energy, and I need nourishment to heal.
Almost two years ago my youngest sister passed from this life
and I’m still trying to find peace and acceptance around this.
I’m not there yet.
I’ve started a monthly grieving group through Kripalu.org.
I hope this will help me to find healing around my sister’s passing.
Other than that, I need to go to bed earlier and get up earlier.
That will give me more hours in the day
to do things I need to and want to do.
More productive time, more creative time
and time to rest, relax, and reflect.
That is what I need to do.
This night owl needs to change her ways.
Blessings to all on this first Sunday in December.
I was in a support group after my brother died. It was the best decision I made at the time. I thought I would be saddened by the stories of others. In a strange way I was uplifted.
Blessings to you, dear Mary. May all your creative time, rest and your dear friends may help to overcome the grief and may you be held in His Love and heal. Holding you in prayer, dear friend.
I think we all have sorrow that is hard to come to terms with ,
dear Amy,
so we are moved and touched by the process
as are you.
I hold you in my heart
and pray for your healing
when the time is right for you
with love . . . ♥
How can I bring more nourishment into my daily life? I need to nourish my whole being by staying in the present moment, breathing deep & just BE. Staying in the present has been a challenge as of late. Thinking about all the stuff I want to do, need to do, should do & all the distractions of technology has got me spinning.
I need to slow down & BE. I need to remind myself to be mindful. Be more aware of my breath. I need to limit my time with technology.
This is the nourishment I want & need.
Happy December All…🐰🐰
PKR, your statement that “thinking about all the stuff I want to do, need to do, should do & all the distractions of technology has got me spinning.” really resonated with me. That is often how I get stressed feeling as well. I have to keep reminding myself that I don’t have to do everything TODAY. It helps me when I take the time to write out just the top 4 priorities for the day and focus on those first before going on to other tasks or distractions. But I often have inner resistance to sitting down and writing down those priorities– part of me wants to think I can do everything and not put limits on it.
Today is the first day of the Christian celebration of Advent…we are getting ready to welcome Jesus. My spiritual nourishment (and also religious nourishment) has been lacking for awhile. I have returned to my religion and I am be filled with joy. I start my day with prayers and readings and then come to this site and all you wonderful people. This all fills me with the nourishment that I crave. I also get to look out my windows and see the snow covered earth and trees…no people…just silence. I am Blessed. Thank you all ..Have a greatday.
Physically, I’m pretty well nourished. Although I could always use more exercise. More walking would be a real benefit. Spiritually, I could always use more nourishment. Maybe more pauses. Maybe a mid day practice. As I think about this, it occurs to me, that really what would nourish me, is to be in the service of others. This isn’t very possible right now, as taking care of myself is kind of a full time gig. But hopefully in the future, this could happen.
I am so fond of getting to follow your process, Charlie….. you’re reflecting on the question and finding where that takes you. thank you – and best to you as you proceed. c
I wasn’t sure how to answer this, so I read other people’s answers to get some ideas. Howie Geib and Loc Tran’s answers got me realizing that my habitual way of thinking about nourishment is something routine, comfortable, and predictable. I love the idea of letting myself be nourished by variety, by apparent chaos, or when things don’t go as expected. So that is what I will try. “Be surprised,” as Brother David says.
Today’s thought to ponder is serendipitously perfect! I had a full night’s sleep unexpectedly and feel refreshed from that. Yesterday I took a little extra time to prepare 3 days of high protein breakfasts for this new week. Just ate one and can feel that nourishment already. Decided to already toss out the take home leftovers from thanksgiving w/family that didn’t agree with me. LOL both the meal and family conversation on Thursday didn’t agree with me.
(Unavoidable USA political chatter). Body. Mind. Spirit. Will take some time to journal today. It’s a good beginning to a new day. Advent, pre Solstice Blessings to all!
I found 2 Irish holiday music events that my friend and I will be attending. For years we went to Boston to a show but the host passed away over a year ago of Brain cancer. He was such a beautiful soul. I terribly miss these events at Christmas and St Patrick’s day but this year we hope to find the same joy or similar. It definitely helps nourish my soul and helps me slow down during this season as I try to work 2 jobs to help my daughter out.
Being diligent about planning my nourishing activities instead of just lounging around and doing whatever. For me, I also find it easier and more fun when another person is involved, maybe I will ask my sisters or a friend to join me next time 🧡
I can bring more nourishment into my daily life by making the effort to get out and about more than I do now. As one of my mentors use to say, “There’s nothing more real than a relationship.”
By going out and practicing yoga with others. I have already started, thanks to a gift card my husband gave me for my birthday. It’s at a hot yoga studio, which I had never done before, and it’s non-traditional. When I read the reviews, I wasn’t sure I’d like it. Faster-paced asanas, and hip-hop/pop/rap playing. And I can’t lie – the heated studio kinda scared me even though I’ve always claimed to love the heat (I am a Southerner, after all). But I’ve been twice now, and I love it! It’s like a detox with all the sweating, but the pace and music (which I enjoy) helps me stay out of my head and on my own mat rather than worry what someone else is doing on theirs. I like sharing that space and energy with others. I like talking to people before and after class. This is super nourishing for me in this big new city we’re living in now, and I’m going to continue going even after my pass expires. I’m so grateful my husband chose this “random” studio for me to try!
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I feel like I’m the youngest in this group I’m 13! I’ve been going through a rough time lately. You all are amazing and always know how to brighten my day. I can improve my well-being by maintaining a good sleep schedule, staying positive, and working out. I’m learning to let go of my worries and not let anxiety take control. Although I’m dealing with grief, I know I have to move forward because every day is a new opportunity, and I can’t relive the past. So why wait?
Welcome, Aanya!
I’m with you
on ways to improve my life.
1. Good sleep schedule
2. Stay positive
3. Work out.
And I’m dealing with grief too,
but you’re right, the time to move forward is now.
We can’t relive the past.
Sending much love to you, Aanya!
Welcome to this compassionate community Aanya.
Welcome dear Aanya! I am so sorry that you are grieving…We are so glad you are here…It seems you are very wise and thoughtful and us “old folks” will learn from you as well. Welcome and God Bless.
Welcome Aanya, so glad you are here with us! I am sorry about your loss
Welcome,
dear Aanya…
I think you are wise beyond your years.
As Michele said,
we all learn from each other,
and I’m sure
we will learn much from you
with love…♥
We are with you. You are a wise 13 year old to reach out.
We all learn from one another in this wonderful group.
Thank you, dear Aanya!
I need nourishment to give me energy, and I need nourishment to heal.
Almost two years ago my youngest sister passed from this life
and I’m still trying to find peace and acceptance around this.
I’m not there yet.
I’ve started a monthly grieving group through Kripalu.org.
I hope this will help me to find healing around my sister’s passing.
Other than that, I need to go to bed earlier and get up earlier.
That will give me more hours in the day
to do things I need to and want to do.
More productive time, more creative time
and time to rest, relax, and reflect.
That is what I need to do.
This night owl needs to change her ways.
Blessings to all on this first Sunday in December.
I was in a support group after my brother died. It was the best decision I made at the time. I thought I would be saddened by the stories of others. In a strange way I was uplifted.
That is exactly how I felt Yram.
I felt less alone in my sadness
when I heard people telling their stories of loss.
Blessings to you, dear Mary. May all your creative time, rest and your dear friends may help to overcome the grief and may you be held in His Love and heal. Holding you in prayer, dear friend.
Thank you dear Ose. ♥️
I think we all have sorrow that is hard to come to terms with ,
dear Amy,
so we are moved and touched by the process
as are you.
I hold you in my heart
and pray for your healing
when the time is right for you
with love . . . ♥
Thank you so much, Sparrow.
So sorry to hear about your sister Mary. I hope the grieving group helps you process and heal.
Thanks, Robin. The first session was already helpful.
Let go of anxiety and just BE.
How can I bring more nourishment into my daily life? I need to nourish my whole being by staying in the present moment, breathing deep & just BE. Staying in the present has been a challenge as of late. Thinking about all the stuff I want to do, need to do, should do & all the distractions of technology has got me spinning.
I need to slow down & BE. I need to remind myself to be mindful. Be more aware of my breath. I need to limit my time with technology.
This is the nourishment I want & need.
Happy December All…🐰🐰
PKR, your statement that “thinking about all the stuff I want to do, need to do, should do & all the distractions of technology has got me spinning.” really resonated with me. That is often how I get stressed feeling as well. I have to keep reminding myself that I don’t have to do everything TODAY. It helps me when I take the time to write out just the top 4 priorities for the day and focus on those first before going on to other tasks or distractions. But I often have inner resistance to sitting down and writing down those priorities– part of me wants to think I can do everything and not put limits on it.
Today is the first day of the Christian celebration of Advent…we are getting ready to welcome Jesus. My spiritual nourishment (and also religious nourishment) has been lacking for awhile. I have returned to my religion and I am be filled with joy. I start my day with prayers and readings and then come to this site and all you wonderful people. This all fills me with the nourishment that I crave. I also get to look out my windows and see the snow covered earth and trees…no people…just silence. I am Blessed. Thank you all ..Have a greatday.
Physically, I’m pretty well nourished. Although I could always use more exercise. More walking would be a real benefit. Spiritually, I could always use more nourishment. Maybe more pauses. Maybe a mid day practice. As I think about this, it occurs to me, that really what would nourish me, is to be in the service of others. This isn’t very possible right now, as taking care of myself is kind of a full time gig. But hopefully in the future, this could happen.
I am so fond of getting to follow your process, Charlie….. you’re reflecting on the question and finding where that takes you. thank you – and best to you as you proceed. c
I wasn’t sure how to answer this, so I read other people’s answers to get some ideas. Howie Geib and Loc Tran’s answers got me realizing that my habitual way of thinking about nourishment is something routine, comfortable, and predictable. I love the idea of letting myself be nourished by variety, by apparent chaos, or when things don’t go as expected. So that is what I will try. “Be surprised,” as Brother David says.
Today’s thought to ponder is serendipitously perfect! I had a full night’s sleep unexpectedly and feel refreshed from that. Yesterday I took a little extra time to prepare 3 days of high protein breakfasts for this new week. Just ate one and can feel that nourishment already. Decided to already toss out the take home leftovers from thanksgiving w/family that didn’t agree with me. LOL both the meal and family conversation on Thursday didn’t agree with me.
(Unavoidable USA political chatter). Body. Mind. Spirit. Will take some time to journal today. It’s a good beginning to a new day. Advent, pre Solstice Blessings to all!
I found 2 Irish holiday music events that my friend and I will be attending. For years we went to Boston to a show but the host passed away over a year ago of Brain cancer. He was such a beautiful soul. I terribly miss these events at Christmas and St Patrick’s day but this year we hope to find the same joy or similar. It definitely helps nourish my soul and helps me slow down during this season as I try to work 2 jobs to help my daughter out.
Being diligent about planning my nourishing activities instead of just lounging around and doing whatever. For me, I also find it easier and more fun when another person is involved, maybe I will ask my sisters or a friend to join me next time 🧡
Listening to my body and my soul to answer what they need the most.
Very wise, Ngoc.
My Ngoc, this aligns with my intuitive approach. We may be speaking different languages, but the idea is the same.
I can bring more nourishment into my daily life by making the effort to get out and about more than I do now. As one of my mentors use to say, “There’s nothing more real than a relationship.”
By going out and practicing yoga with others. I have already started, thanks to a gift card my husband gave me for my birthday. It’s at a hot yoga studio, which I had never done before, and it’s non-traditional. When I read the reviews, I wasn’t sure I’d like it. Faster-paced asanas, and hip-hop/pop/rap playing. And I can’t lie – the heated studio kinda scared me even though I’ve always claimed to love the heat (I am a Southerner, after all). But I’ve been twice now, and I love it! It’s like a detox with all the sweating, but the pace and music (which I enjoy) helps me stay out of my head and on my own mat rather than worry what someone else is doing on theirs. I like sharing that space and energy with others. I like talking to people before and after class. This is super nourishing for me in this big new city we’re living in now, and I’m going to continue going even after my pass expires. I’m so grateful my husband chose this “random” studio for me to try!
Way to be open to something new, SunnyPatti. You are inspiring.
Awesome Sunnypatti, I have tried it 2x and always felt extremely relaxed after.
Patti, I am happy for you! Hopefully, you will meet like souls and make new friends in your new environment plus maintain your yoga exercise program.
I will continue to read:
Self Care For Caregivers.
I feel nourished by the ideas and it refreshes my spirit.