Joe: “My girlfriend accused me of having a phobia of getting married.”
Pete: “What did you say to her?”
Joe: “I said, “I can’t say I do.”
Month: January 2024
Episode 27: In My Grieving Journal I Share Some Good Memories
In Episode 27 of my podcast, Journey from Grief to Healing, I recall some good memories I had with Babe about the seemingly insignificant things Iwere a big deal to her. Recalling these moments brought a smile to my face. I must be making progress. I’m recalling good memories and smiling.
Thinking Out Loud: Old Habits Die Hard
“Give yourself freedom to try out new things. Don’t be so set in your ways that you can’t grow.” ~ Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
NOTE: It’s easy to get into a rut. When we do something the same way over time a habit forms. Each time we repeat it, the habit becomes stronger. The stronger the habit, the more difficult it is to break it and substitute a new habit. When I was a kid every Sunday dinner was macaroni and meatballs. You knew Sunday was coming when the sauce began cooking on Saturday. No one ever questioned or dared question that a Sunday meal could be something different than macaroni and meatballs. My first experience of a different Sunday meal was when I was in the army. We grow when we dare to have new experiences. We expand our knowledge, friendships, and world viewpoints. It can be as simple as trying a new coffee shop or reading a book from a different genre. Do something different this week.
It’s Time to Exercise Your Brain – Take the Anagram Challenge
Today’s mind sharpening anagram is a two or three word phrase. Can you unscramble the anagram to discover the two or three word phrase? It’s time to exercise your brain!
Today’s Anagram:
Today’s Inspiring Quote: A Good Person’s Reflection
Beautiful people are not always good, but good people are always beautiful.
Ali ibn Abi Talib
One Day I Wrote Her Name: A Poem by Edmund Spenser
One Day I Wrote Her Name
Edmund Spenser
One day I wrote her name upon the strand,
But came the waves and washed it away:
Again I wrote it with a second hand,
But came the tide, and made my pains his prey.
“Vain man,” said she, “that dost in vain assay,
A mortal thing so to immortalize;
For I myself shall like to this decay,
And eke my name be wiped out likewise.”
“Not so,” (quod I) “let baser things devise
To die in dust, but you shall live by fame:
My verse your vertues rare shall eternize,
And in the heavens write your glorious name:
Where whenas death shall all the world subdue,
Our love shall live, and later life renew.”
Here’s What Changes May Happen is You Eat 1/2 Cup of Raw Nuts Every Day for One Month
I asked ChatGPT “What will happen to my body if I eat one-half cup of raw nuts every day for one month. Here’s what ChatGPT said:
Eating a half cup of raw mixed nuts every day for a month could lead to several changes in your body, largely due to the nutrients that nuts provide. However, individual responses can vary based on your overall diet, lifestyle, and health conditions. Here are some potential changes you might experience:
- Improved Heart Health: Nuts are known for their heart-healthy fats, which can help in lowering bad cholesterol levels and improving the health of your arteries.
- Better Nutrient Intake: Nuts are rich in essential nutrients like magnesium, vitamin E, fiber, and protein, which can contribute to overall nutritional health.
- Weight Management: Despite being high in calories, nuts can promote satiety, which might help in managing weight. However, portion control is key as excessive intake could lead to weight gain.
- Stabilized Blood Sugar Levels: The healthy fats and fiber in nuts can help in stabilizing blood sugar levels, especially beneficial for people with insulin resistance or diabetes.
- Improved Digestive Health: The fiber in nuts also aids in digestion and can help prevent constipation.
- Potential Allergic Reactions: If you have a nut allergy or develop one, consuming nuts could lead to allergic reactions.
- Skin and Hair Health: Nutrients in nuts, like vitamin E, can contribute to healthier skin and hair.
- Reduced Inflammation: Some nuts have anti-inflammatory properties, which could benefit those with inflammatory conditions.
- Changes in Energy Levels: Due to their protein and healthy fat content, nuts can provide a sustained energy source.
It’s important to consume nuts in moderation and be mindful of any allergies or health conditions you might have. Additionally, incorporating this change as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle is crucial for the best results. For personalized advice, it’s recommended to consult with a healthcare provider or a dietitian.
Today’s Joke: Joe Visits His Doctor for His Annual Physical
Joe: “I went for my annual physical and told my doctor I was feeling like a dog. The doctor wanted to know how long I was feeling this way.”
Pete: “What did you say?”
Joe: “I said, ‘Since I was a puppy.'”
Episode 26: Grieving’s Emotional Storms and 4 Promises I Make
In Episode 26 of my podcast, Journey from Grief to Healing, M and I talk about grieving’s emotional storms. To me they feel like hurricane winds hit me. M says it feel like the ocean tide was swallowing her. I tell M I am making 4 promises I intend to keep each day to help me move on.
Click on this link to listen to Episode 26 or listen to Episode in your favorite podcast app.
