Joe: “Four months ago I bought a book on how to protect yourself from getting scammed online.”
Pete: “What have you learned?”
Joe: “Nothing. The book hasn’t arrived.”
Month: February 2024
Episode 60:Grieving, freed from the Grip of Anger
In Episode 60 of my podcast, Journey from Grief to Healing, I talk about my struggle with anger and how I moved away from anger to wholeness. I learned that anger and healing can’t co-exist.
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Thinking Out Loud: Celebrate Love
There are countries, there are rivers, In your eyes, My country is your eyes, I walk through them, They light the world Through which I walk, Lovely one. ~ Pablo Neruda
NOTE: Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love. Every day could be a celebration of love if we want it to be. All one has to do is learn the language of the heart. The hearts sees, hears, and speaks from a place that burns with an all consuming eternal love. Nothing can escape its grasp.
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: Love and Love Always
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart.
Always: A Poem by Pablo Neruda
Always
Pablo Neruda
I am not jealous
of what came before me.
Come with a man
on your shoulders,
come with a hundred men in your hair,
come with a thousand men between your breasts and your feet,
come like a river
full of drowned men
which flows down to the wild sea,
to the eternal surf, to Time!
Bring them all
to where I am waiting for you;
we shall always be alone,
we shall always be you and I
alone on earth,
to start our life!
Want to Look Younger? Watch What You Eat
A youthful appearance can often be supported by a balanced diet rich in certain nutrients known for their skin-health benefits. Here’s a list of foods that can help your face look younger, followed by those that might contribute to an aged appearance.
Foods That Help Your Face Look Younger
- Berries: Rich in antioxidants and vitamins C and E, berries can help protect your skin from damage and promote collagen production.
- Leafy Greens: Spinach, kale, and other greens are high in vitamins A, C, E, and K, which are essential for skin health and cellular turnover.
- Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds are full of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, which are beneficial for reducing inflammation and promoting skin hydration.
- Avocados: High in healthy fats and vitamins E and C, avocados can help keep your skin flexible and moisturized.
- Sweet Potatoes: A great source of beta-carotene, which acts as a natural sunblock and may protect your skin from sun damage.
- Tomatoes: Rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that can protect the skin from UV damage.
- Fatty Fish: Salmon, mackerel, and herring are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which are known for reducing inflammation and keeping skin moisturized.
- Olive Oil: The monounsaturated fats in olive oil can improve skin elasticity and firmness.
- Green Tea: Contains catechins, powerful antioxidants that can protect the skin from sun damage and reduce redness, improving its hydration, thickness, and elasticity.
Foods That Might Age Your Face
- Sugar and High-Glycemic Foods: Foods that cause a rapid spike in blood sugar can lead to glycation, a process that can damage collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles and sagging.
- Processed Meats: High in sodium and preservatives, which can lead to water retention and puffiness.
- Alcohol: Dehydrates the skin, making it look more dry and older. It can also lead to inflammation and a loss of collagen.
- Deep-Fried Foods: High in trans fats and oils that can lead to oxidative stress, negatively impacting skin health.
- Dairy Products: For some individuals, dairy can trigger inflammation and hormonal changes, leading to breakouts and aging skin.
- Caffeine: In excessive amounts, caffeine can dehydrate the body and skin, exacerbating the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
It’s essential to balance your diet with whole, nutrient-rich foods and limit those that can harm your skin’s health. Alongside dietary choices, maintaining a healthy lifestyle that includes regular exercise, adequate hydration, and proper skincare can further support a youthful appearance.
Today’s Joke: Joe Gives His Girlfriend Advice
Joe: “I told my girlfriend instead of complaining she should embrace her mistakes.”
Pete: “What did she do?”
Joe: “She hugged me.”
Episode 59: Guideposts that Help to Navigate the Grieving Process
In Episode 59 of my podcast, Journey from Grief to Healing, I talk about the emotional scars that grieving leaves and offer 4 guideposts to help navigate life while one grieves.
You can listen to Episode 59 on your favorite podcasting app or click here for Episode 59.
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