Thankfully I have been able to help my daughter get back on her feet slowly but surely financially and emotionally. Today she accepted a PT job at a local Grocery store very close to where she lives.. The decision on the 2nd phase of her ss disability claim should be in March. Crossing fingers that it doesn’t have to go to court. Eventually if approved it will lessen her stress and be able to focus on her health more easily.
By giving my time to others guiding meditation for one .
But also to drive my friend places like today ! We hung out together and today . She doesn’t have a drivers license so I try to take her places she doesn’t get to go to very often. So today we went swimming and then put to dinner and shopping! Now I’m exhausted! 🤣
I can use my blessings to continue to educate people on tools and techniques for their mental health. I can volunteer myself at local areas which made need an extra hand, as I have a healthy functioning body that can provide help. I can continue to share the love I wish I had with others while maintaining focus of myself.
To meet people with loving kindness, doing my best to be there for them, offering a listening ear, offering support if possible, simply being there, sharing.
Recently people have sought out my help, and I was naturally equipped to give. It didn’t feel like work and it didn’t feel cognitive or intellectual at all. That sparked an interested in giving not just as another form of labor, but as a natural, spontaneously arising movement. I will remain open and receptive to what life brings, while also focusing on the most energized paths in front of me.
Today’s quote reminds me that I always have a choice to either respond or react in every situation. I do my best to respond with love. Each morning I pray to be willing to be instrument of peace. I do my best not to fall into an “Us and Them” frame of mind. I remind myself to smile. This makes me think of my 12-step sponsor (RIP). She use to say, “Are you doing okay?” If I said, “Yes.” She would counter with “Then, inform your face!”
I think we help others the most by truly being present to them.
Carol Ann, the first thing that jumps out to me when talking about the us vs them trap is my conversion to Christianity. The only one who has all the answers is god.
The head stone on her grave was a hand-hewn extremely large native rock. I felt such a loving energy streaming from it. Someone loved her very much to have created that stone and carved those words. It was almost 40 years ago that I first saw it and I still think of it often. I think it’s a perfect choice for your head stone.
Well, there are lots of ways I can or could use my blessings to improve someone else’s life. The question is, will I? At this point, I am retired and have a relatively flexible schedule. So I am free to use that blessing to deliver Meals on Wheels, to attend a women’s coffee where I frequently “listen” to friends who are facing some kind of life challenge, and to help out with grandchildren in a variety of ways. This feels like so very little, knowing the reservoir of blessings from which I could draw. One thing I do try to do regularly is to notice people…to “see” people…and let them know they are seen and valued.
Katrina, “One thing I do try to do regularly is to notice people…to “see” people…and let them know they are seen and valued.” Such a key statement. Thank you
The abundant blessings I’ve received are shared in ways I don’t always know. Random acts of kindness, donate to food bank now and then, and even choosing a positive attitude as I’m led away from self centeredness , leads to smiling disposition and helping hands. Blessings on all’s weekend! I’ve heard rumors the “guests” in MN may all be leaving. May Healing begin. 🙏🏼💕☮️🫶🏽
One of my blessings is my curious mind, which enjoys hunting for resources and storing them just in case someone needs them. I look forward to sharing the resources I have. Happy Friday to everyone! 🌸
My Ngoc, having built my BosLoc umpire rooted in protection on strong common ground, we have many different specialities as well to compliment each other.
Today I will spend time with a dear friend who just lost her partner….my blessings of abundant time, compassion and experience will bless her day. “My scars may be someone else’s roadmap”.
Time, talent and treasure. By being of service, by sharing my skills (I manage a free women’s health program) and donating to just causes. I try to do one of these regularly.
I am fortunate to have been able to study and be certified in Yoga, and I use that blessing to help others in whatever way they need it. Some come for the movement; others come for the connection; some come for it all. Whatever part of yoga helps them makes me feel happy and that I am doing my part in this world.
This is not *my* blessing, but I would like to share this website, Reasons to Stay, that I came across after watching a video on Instagram. It was started by a young man whose brother took his own life, and I find it (the website) really beautiful. If you know someone who might benefit from this, I encourage you to share it if you feel called to – https://reasonstostay.co.uk/
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Thankfully I have been able to help my daughter get back on her feet slowly but surely financially and emotionally. Today she accepted a PT job at a local Grocery store very close to where she lives.. The decision on the 2nd phase of her ss disability claim should be in March. Crossing fingers that it doesn’t have to go to court. Eventually if approved it will lessen her stress and be able to focus on her health more easily.
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That’s wonderful,
dear Robin Ann . . . ♥
❤️
Wishing all the best for the ongoing recovery of your daughter! You are a courageous, caring and beautiful mom to her. Blessings to both of you.
By giving my time to others guiding meditation for one .
But also to drive my friend places like today ! We hung out together and today . She doesn’t have a drivers license so I try to take her places she doesn’t get to go to very often. So today we went swimming and then put to dinner and shopping! Now I’m exhausted! 🤣
I can use my blessings to continue to educate people on tools and techniques for their mental health. I can volunteer myself at local areas which made need an extra hand, as I have a healthy functioning body that can provide help. I can continue to share the love I wish I had with others while maintaining focus of myself.
To meet people with loving kindness, doing my best to be there for them, offering a listening ear, offering support if possible, simply being there, sharing.
Donating to my local food bank.
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Such a wonderful thing, PKR.
Recently people have sought out my help, and I was naturally equipped to give. It didn’t feel like work and it didn’t feel cognitive or intellectual at all. That sparked an interested in giving not just as another form of labor, but as a natural, spontaneously arising movement. I will remain open and receptive to what life brings, while also focusing on the most energized paths in front of me.
That is truly sharing your blessings,
dear Drea. ♥
Thank you Sparrow.
Thanks! So good to hear of your kind and natural way of supporting others, dear Drea!
Thank you Emilia.
Today’s quote reminds me that I always have a choice to either respond or react in every situation. I do my best to respond with love. Each morning I pray to be willing to be instrument of peace. I do my best not to fall into an “Us and Them” frame of mind. I remind myself to smile. This makes me think of my 12-step sponsor (RIP). She use to say, “Are you doing okay?” If I said, “Yes.” She would counter with “Then, inform your face!”
I think we help others the most by truly being present to them.
Carol Ann, the first thing that jumps out to me when talking about the us vs them trap is my conversion to Christianity. The only one who has all the answers is god.
🙂
This is an epitaph found on an old tombstone that I have found tobe true in my life.
“What I gave, I have.
What I spent, I had.
What I kept, I lost.
Love it ! Thanks for sharing !
I so agree,
dear Richard. ♥
Richard, this reminds me of a tombstone on my husband’s great grandmother’s grave. It said, “She done what she could.”
I am sure I have now found my last directive. “He done what he could” For my epitaph.
Thank you Carol.
The head stone on her grave was a hand-hewn extremely large native rock. I felt such a loving energy streaming from it. Someone loved her very much to have created that stone and carved those words. It was almost 40 years ago that I first saw it and I still think of it often. I think it’s a perfect choice for your head stone.
Love it,
dear Carol Ann! ♥
Well, there are lots of ways I can or could use my blessings to improve someone else’s life. The question is, will I? At this point, I am retired and have a relatively flexible schedule. So I am free to use that blessing to deliver Meals on Wheels, to attend a women’s coffee where I frequently “listen” to friends who are facing some kind of life challenge, and to help out with grandchildren in a variety of ways. This feels like so very little, knowing the reservoir of blessings from which I could draw. One thing I do try to do regularly is to notice people…to “see” people…and let them know they are seen and valued.
Trust me,
dear Katrina,
it’s a lot. ♥
Katrina, “One thing I do try to do regularly is to notice people…to “see” people…and let them know they are seen and valued.” Such a key statement. Thank you
The abundant blessings I’ve received are shared in ways I don’t always know. Random acts of kindness, donate to food bank now and then, and even choosing a positive attitude as I’m led away from self centeredness , leads to smiling disposition and helping hands. Blessings on all’s weekend! I’ve heard rumors the “guests” in MN may all be leaving. May Healing begin. 🙏🏼💕☮️🫶🏽
🙏
Carla, I have heard that, too. May it BE!
One of my blessings is my curious mind, which enjoys hunting for resources and storing them just in case someone needs them. I look forward to sharing the resources I have. Happy Friday to everyone! 🌸
I think,
dear Ngoc,
that you are well equipped
to be present to
and provide real help
to the people you are
and will serve.
Blessings to you . . . ♥
My Ngoc, having built my BosLoc umpire rooted in protection on strong common ground, we have many different specialities as well to compliment each other.
Sharing and/or giving
Happy Friday 🙂
Michele, as the old saying goes, “Sharing is caring.”
Today I will spend time with a dear friend who just lost her partner….my blessings of abundant time, compassion and experience will bless her day. “My scars may be someone else’s roadmap”.
To give someone our time is truly a gift.
Time, talent and treasure. By being of service, by sharing my skills (I manage a free women’s health program) and donating to just causes. I try to do one of these regularly.
I am fortunate to have been able to study and be certified in Yoga, and I use that blessing to help others in whatever way they need it. Some come for the movement; others come for the connection; some come for it all. Whatever part of yoga helps them makes me feel happy and that I am doing my part in this world.
This is not *my* blessing, but I would like to share this website, Reasons to Stay, that I came across after watching a video on Instagram. It was started by a young man whose brother took his own life, and I find it (the website) really beautiful. If you know someone who might benefit from this, I encourage you to share it if you feel called to – https://reasonstostay.co.uk/
Thank you SunnyPatti. My brother left the planet by his own hand 23 years ago. Sometimes grief is never quite is satisfied.
🙏🏼
What a wonderful website,
dear SunnyPatti . . .
I will be sure to pass it on
when the opportunity arises.
Thank you. ♥
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