You smile upon your friend to-day,
To-day his ills are over;
You hearken to the lover’s say,
And happy is the lover.
‘Tis late to hearken, late to smile,
But better late than never;
I shall have lived a little while
Before I die for ever.
Helping someone stop the habit of nail-biting involves a combination of understanding, patience, and strategic interventions. Here are several approaches you can consider:
Remember, changing a habit takes time and patience. It’s important to approach the situation with empathy and understanding, avoiding any criticism or negative reinforcement that could add to the stress or anxiety that might be contributing to the nail-biting habit.
Joe: “I went to a bar and used a new pickup line.”
Pete: “What was it?”
Joe: “I’m not cheap. But I’m on special this week.”
Welcome to Episode 71 of Dr. Ray Calabrese’s ‘Journey from Grief to Healing’ podcast. As he takes you with him on a tranquil morning walk in San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Ray explores the profound influence of nature on our emotions and healing process as we grapple with grief. Listen as he immerses himself in his surroundings, inhaling the fragrance of the blooming mountain laurel, greeting the mockingbirds and dogs he meets along the way, and exchanging smiles with passersby, sharing his first-hand experience on how these simple, seemingly mundane activities could, over time, help deflate the grief balloon.
In this episode, Dr. Ray prompts us to consider that perhaps it’s the perfect time to emerge from our winter of grieving and welcome the warming sun of our own springtime, letting love in its manifold forms touch us, bring a smile to our faces, and hasten our healing. Echoing the profound thoughts of Victor Hugo, he emphasizes that love thrives even in the direst of circumstances, and it’s this steadfast love that can help us foster resilience and healing in the face of grief. Embrace the warming rays of spring and journey towards healing with Dr. Ray.
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Have patience with all things – but first with yourself. Never confuse your mistakes with your value as a human being. You are perfectly valuable, creative, worthwhile person simply because you exist. And no amount of triumphs or tribulations can ever change that. ~ Saint Francis de Sales
NOTE: Oftentimes the toughest critic in our lives is the critic we see in the mirror. We evaluate how we look. We critique ourselves by saying things such as, “That was dumb.” The next time you stand in front of the mirror take a cue from Saint Francis de Sales and say, “I am a perfectly valuable, creative, worthwhile person simply because I exist.” How does that make you feel? Did you try it? Say over and over until it becomes part of your belief system.
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:
Bamboo is flexible, bending with the wind but never breaking, capable of adapting to any circumstance. It suggests resilience, meaning that we have the ability to bounce back even from the most difficult times. . . . Your ability to thrive depends, in the end, on your attitude to your life circumstances. Take everything in stride with grace, putting forth energy when it is needed, yet always staying calm inwardly. ~ Ping Fu
GIVE me but room to fight my way,
I ask no other gift from Fate;
Though it should crowd on me at bay,
Where only ghosts and shadows wait.
Shadows of old defeats blown by,
Ghosts of old dreams drawn from life’s pit;
Yet all I ask is room to try
And prove Fate cannot make me quit.
No glint of glory from the height,
No flare of fame to call me far;
Merely the ground to make my fight
Against whatever odds there are.
Eating beans is a healthy choice, as they are rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. However, beans can cause flatulence for some people due to their high content of oligosaccharides, a type of sugar that the human body cannot fully digest. The bacteria in the gut ferment these sugars, producing gas as a byproduct. Here are some suggestions to enjoy beans without the added flatulence:
By implementing these strategies, you can enjoy the health benefits of beans without the discomfort of added flatulence. Each person’s digestive system is unique, so it may take some experimentation to find what works best for you.
Joe: “I’m going take up sky diving. I got a good online deal on a parachute.”
Pete: “How good of a deal?”
Joe: “The ad said, ‘Like new. Used once, never opened. Small stain.'”
