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There are NO Coincidences

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With very little time to spend at the computer, I randomly opened to a page of my desk calendar and it opened to one of the mom-isms.  It says (as if it knew what I have been focused on all week): "Count sheep if you're having trouble falling asleep." Why it's true:  ANY ritual or mantra that distracts you from your worries and anxieties will help you to fall asleep.  Paying … [Read more...] about There are NO Coincidences

The Ever Present Balancing Act

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Here it is September.  My plan is to keep summer going as long as possible.  No small wonder I love living in Florida.  Though the pool temperature is dropping a bit, my hope is to continue doing laps every other day until I just can't tolerate the water.   Good for both my body and my mind,  I am really enjoying the swimming.  I find it somewhat meditative as it's rather … [Read more...] about The Ever Present Balancing Act

Sit Still, Part 2

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I am thrilled with the feedback I am getting from so many of you regarding positive changes you are experiencing in your life.  It really is incredible how clean eating, regular exercise and meditation can lead to a balanced, peaceful life journey.  Personally, I am excited to be revisiting my own meditation journey a little more seriously as the benefits are "off the … [Read more...] about Sit Still, Part 2

Sit Still, Part 1

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When I was about 20 years old, my sister taught me how to meditate.  Thank you, Arlene. Like riding a bike, it is something you may or may not use often, but never forget how to do.  Though I am far from faithful about my meditation, through the years I have used it like a tool, pulling it out when no other tool would do the trick. Many of my classes end with a minute or two … [Read more...] about Sit Still, Part 1

Lessons Learned

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Yesterday afternoon Mitch and I watched the original Rocky Movie.  I forgot how much I loved it.  A great story of how true love and hard work can triumph over ANYTHING and ANYONE!  How can the line "Yo Adrianne"  still and again, make me cry like a baby?  Good job, Sylvester. Earlier this week I learned that pouring salt on a fire really does the trick!  Yelling at your … [Read more...] about Lessons Learned