Joe: “I’m saw my doctor because I can’t step making airport jokes.”
Pete: “What did your doctor say?”
Joe: “My doctor told me it was terminal.”
Month: August 2023
Word Jumble Challenge: Unscramble the Nutrition and Fitness Word
Today’s Word: otcsisrf
Yesterday’s Word: Superfoods
The Answer to Today’s Word will appear in tomorrow’s Word Jumble Challenge
Feel Good Tip ~
I asked the AI program ChatGPT to list 5 myths associated with happiness.
Here’s the 5 myths that ChatGPT generated. How many of these myths do you hold as true?
Here are five common myths about happiness:
- Myth: Happiness is the Absence of Negative Emotions: Many people believe that happiness means feeling positive emotions all the time and avoiding negative ones. However, true happiness involves a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, and fear. It’s more about having a healthy emotional balance and being able to navigate and learn from different emotions.
- Myth: Money and Possessions Guarantee Happiness: While financial stability can certainly contribute to a sense of well-being, the pursuit of material wealth alone does not guarantee lasting happiness. Studies have shown that once basic needs are met, additional income or possessions have diminishing returns in terms of increasing happiness.
- Myth: Happiness is a Destination: People often think of happiness as a future goal or a destination they need to reach. However, happiness is more about the journey and the way you approach and experience life on a daily basis. It’s not something you achieve and then maintain indefinitely, but rather something you cultivate through mindful living.
- Myth: External Events Dictate Happiness: Many believe that external circumstances, such as getting a promotion, finding a partner, or achieving a certain goal, are necessary for happiness. While these events can bring temporary joy, long-lasting happiness often stems from an internal state of contentment and perspective.
- Myth: Happiness is Selfish: Some people may feel guilty pursuing their own happiness, thinking it’s a selfish endeavor. However, taking care of your own well-being and finding happiness can actually make you more capable of helping and positively impacting others. It’s not a zero-sum game; personal happiness can lead to a more compassionate and giving attitude toward others.
Joke of the Day
Joe: “On my flight, the woman across from demanded a seat change because of a crying baby.”
Pete: “What happened?”
Joe: “The flight attended wouldn’t allow it. She said, ‘You can’t change your seat if it is your baby.'”
Feel Good Tip ~ Practicing Common Courtesies
The Little Things Add Up
Practicing common curtesies makes all the difference. One of the reasons I like living in south Texas is that folks still practice common courtesies. Rarely do I hear a horn blaring if someone is stopped at a red light and not paying attention to when it turns greens. Going in and out of a building it’s common to have someone hold the door for the next person coming through. And, people are not afraid to smile and greet each other with a good morning or buenas dias. It’s the little things that make one realize we’re all riding together on planet Earth and we just might make it if we’re a bit more friendly toward each other.
Daily Inspirational Quote ~ Find the Joy Within
“Find a place inside where there’s joy, and the joy will burn out the pain.”
Word Jumble Challenge: Unscramble the Nutrition and Fitness Word
Today’s Word: dusofrpoes
Yesterday’s Word: Sleep
The Answer to Today’s Word will appear in tomorrow’s Word Jumble Challenge
Thinking Out Loud ~ Don’t Doubt Yourself
You Are the Master of Your Thoughts
James Allen in his book, “As a Man Thinketh, says, “As a being of Power, Intelligence, and Love, and the lord of his own thoughts, man holds the key to every situation, and contains within himself that transforming and regenerative agency by which he may make himself what he wills.” P. 12
As a Man Thinketh is available online at gutenberg.org under the Harvard Classics.
NOTE: it takes heaps of courage to recognize that we are in charge of our thoughts and our actions. When we recognize we are in charge of our thoughts we empower ourselves to move forward in a direction of hope knowing that where we are going everything will work out. We know that we have the power within us to overcome the challenges we will face. We know we can discard any thoughts that discourage us or make us question our ability. Discard all thoughts that do not lead you forward. Embrace all thoughts that empower you.
Healthy Lifestyle Tip ~ Are You Familiar with the Health Benefits of Black Seed Oil?
The Benefits of Black Seed Oil
A friend told me about the health benefits of black seed oil. I decided to check it out with one of my trusted sources Healthline.com. Here is what Healthline.com reports:
Black seed oil contains antioxidants and bioactive compounds. It may benefit skin and hair health, help reduce inflammation, and support weight loss. .Black seed oil is an herbal ingredient derived from the plant Nigella sativa, which is native to Eastern Europe and Western Asia. Known for its powerful medicinal properties, black seed oil is a natural remedy that people use to treat a wide range of conditionsTrusted Source, including:
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- headaches
- back pain
- high blood pressure
- infections
- inflammation
It also offers a long list of science-backed health and beauty benefits, thanks to its content of antioxidants and other bioactive compounds. Black seed oil is a powerful herbal ingredient associated with a variety of health and beauty benefits. In particular, it may ease inflammation, lower blood sugar levels, improve skin and hair health, and help you manage your weight.
