We built a snowman at someone else’s house today We built a snowman at someone else’s house today...while they weren’t home. Thanks @l_l_aurent & @dbottomz402 ⛄️
That one time we went to Hawaii and Ben reminded m That one time we went to Hawaii and Ben reminded me to work on my posture. 👀🤷🏻‍♀️
You make it easy. ❤️ You make it easy. ❤️
🍄 +🥥 + ☕️ = 💪🏽 How many superfood 🍄 +🥥 + ☕️ = 💪🏽

How many superfoods are in your coffee?? Chaga, Lion’s Mane, Collagen & MCT oil in my creamer. Mushrooms are DENSE with vitamins and minerals that promote mental health & immunity. ✌🏽#holisticnutritionist
Isn’t she beautiful?! I still can’t believe we Isn’t she beautiful?! I still can’t believe we have our very own sailboat! 😆 If you know us personally, you’d guess this was Ben’s idea but, believe it or not, it was mine! #ProudMoment ⛵️ This landlocked chick, pruned for practicality, found spiritual freedom and a man cut from the opposite cloth in 2010. And now SHE is talking him into new adventures! Click the link in my profile to watch the video of our first days on our Hunter 35.
This reminds me of an Alanis Morissette song, “I This reminds me of an Alanis Morissette song, “Isn’t it ironic? Like finding yourself white knuckling in FRONT of a plow after the most snow in 15 years?” 😐
It’s sunny and 50° ☀️ There’s a 99% chanc It’s sunny and 50° ☀️ There’s a 99% chance of finding a Nebraskan wearing a tank top or flip-flops outside right now.
Having an “off” day, week, or season? Sometime Having an “off” day, week, or season? Sometimes change, confusion, or disappointment can feel overwhelming & it’s easy to get caught up with what we see or feel. Lately when I feel confused or irritated by something I don’t understand, I try to remind myself that I don’t have a bird’s-eye-view of life. Faith is hope in the things we can not see. God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow, and he knows how this puzzle goes together. “All things work together for my good” — Something might look or feel off right now, but it’s just one piece of a greater puzzle. I can try to force it to work how I want, but it’ll never look quite right & it’ll throw the rest of the puzzle off. My practice is to take a deep breath and say, “Everything is going to be fine.” I remember times when I felt off in the past and how they worked out. This “puzzle piece” might look like a mistake but it just needs a few others to connect before it fits perfectly.
Evidence ⛵️We bought a sailboat! Click the lin Evidence ⛵️We bought a sailboat! Click the link in my bio to watch my video from the first days on our Hunter 35.
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Health & Wellness · March 27, 2014

Unwind For A Healthy Mind

STRESS is the topic today. This subject has been weighing on my mind (no pun intended) and I thought I would do some research and reflection. What causes stress? It’s different for everyone. How do we eliminate and/or handle stress? I suppose solutions are unique to the individual and situation. The scary thing is how much stress can affect our lives, health and functionality.

“Stress becomes negative when a person faces continuous challenges without relief or relaxation between challenges. As a result, the person becomes overworked and stress-related tension builds. Stress that continues without relief — can lead to physical symptoms including headaches, upset stomach, elevated blood pressure, chest pain, and problems sleeping.”

WebMD

If you think that glass of wine is helping…think again.

“Stress also becomes harmful when people use alcohol, tobacco, or drugs to try and relieve their stress. Unfortunately, instead of relieving the stress and returning the body to a relaxed state, these substances tend to keep the body in a stressed state and cause more problems.”

Avoidance prolongs the inevitable.

“Denial is a defense mechanism that people use when they cannot handle or don’t want to deal with reality. Stress is one of the results of denial left untreated. Problems tend to mount and build, resulting in even more challenges that demand attention.”

Signs of stress denial:  Anger, Depression, Immaturity, Hypertension, Addiction.

Worry & Confrontation

For a loved one, stress can come as a result of worry or the inability to control their situation. Goodness knows I caused a few grey hairs on my mother’s head. “Sometimes, it’s easy to forget that people who love us are also affected by these illnesses and may find it difficult to understand what’s happening. They want to help, but just don’t know what to do.”

According to PhycCentral.com, there are right and wrong ways to approach a distressed loved one.

  • WRONG: Confronting the sufferer with their illness or imposing your knowledge adds pressure causing them to retreat further into the “funk”.
  • RIGHT: Always offering love and support.

Unwind the mind!

There seem to be countless ways to handle or eliminate stress or anxiety and cause determines response. For example, an abusive relationship isn’t going to become less stressful by doing yoga. On the flip-side, yoga could be a fantastic solution for someone juggling a hectic schedule. So what works best for you?  I find peace in music, photos, God’s word, talking to my family or taking deep breaths.

Positive coping responses

  1. Listening to music
  2. Playing with a pet
  3. Laughing or crying
  4. Going out with a friend
  5. Taking a bath or shower
  6. Writing, painting, or doing other creative activities
  7. Praying or going to church
  8. Exercising or getting outdoors to enjoy nature
  9. Discussing situations with a spouse or close friend
  10. Gardening or cleaning
  11. Practicing deep breathing, meditation, or muscle relaxation
  12. Seeking counseling if you continue to struggle with stress.

It doesn’t cost anything to be kind

It’s easy to add to our stress by speaking out of emotion. We are more likely to regret the things we say than the things we don’t say. Take time to relax, pray and re-evaluate. By unwinding, we may find there is a simple solution, or the problem was caused by misunderstanding. Sometimes the best solution is to let it go, or say nothing at all.

Final Note

If you or a loved one struggles with chronic stress, I encourage you to try some of these “unwinding” techniques, consult a spiritual mentor or discuss with a physician. Do not let this debilitating ailment take control. Being proactive about stress could prevent more than what we see on the surface.

In: Health & Wellness · Tagged: family, health, healthyliving, hope, stress, thursday, yoga

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You make it easy. ❤️ You make it easy. ❤️
🍄 +🥥 + ☕️ = 💪🏽 How many superfood 🍄 +🥥 + ☕️ = 💪🏽

How many superfoods are in your coffee?? Chaga, Lion’s Mane, Collagen & MCT oil in my creamer. Mushrooms are DENSE with vitamins and minerals that promote mental health & immunity. ✌🏽#holisticnutritionist
Isn’t she beautiful?! I still can’t believe we Isn’t she beautiful?! I still can’t believe we have our very own sailboat! 😆 If you know us personally, you’d guess this was Ben’s idea but, believe it or not, it was mine! #ProudMoment ⛵️ This landlocked chick, pruned for practicality, found spiritual freedom and a man cut from the opposite cloth in 2010. And now SHE is talking him into new adventures! Click the link in my profile to watch the video of our first days on our Hunter 35.
This reminds me of an Alanis Morissette song, “I This reminds me of an Alanis Morissette song, “Isn’t it ironic? Like finding yourself white knuckling in FRONT of a plow after the most snow in 15 years?” 😐
It’s sunny and 50° ☀️ There’s a 99% chanc It’s sunny and 50° ☀️ There’s a 99% chance of finding a Nebraskan wearing a tank top or flip-flops outside right now.
Having an “off” day, week, or season? Sometime Having an “off” day, week, or season? Sometimes change, confusion, or disappointment can feel overwhelming & it’s easy to get caught up with what we see or feel. Lately when I feel confused or irritated by something I don’t understand, I try to remind myself that I don’t have a bird’s-eye-view of life. Faith is hope in the things we can not see. God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow, and he knows how this puzzle goes together. “All things work together for my good” — Something might look or feel off right now, but it’s just one piece of a greater puzzle. I can try to force it to work how I want, but it’ll never look quite right & it’ll throw the rest of the puzzle off. My practice is to take a deep breath and say, “Everything is going to be fine.” I remember times when I felt off in the past and how they worked out. This “puzzle piece” might look like a mistake but it just needs a few others to connect before it fits perfectly.
Evidence ⛵️We bought a sailboat! Click the lin Evidence ⛵️We bought a sailboat! Click the link in my bio to watch my video from the first days on our Hunter 35.
Look! I made a rainbow 🌈 Clem wasn’t impresse Look! I made a rainbow 🌈 Clem wasn’t impressed.

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