Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can. ~ John Wesley
Month: November 2024
Today’s Poem: Heartbeat by Rainer Maria Rilke
Heartbeat
Rainer Maria Rilke
Only mouths are we. Who sings the distant heart
which safely exists in the center of all things?
His giant heartbeat is diverted in us
into little pulses. And his giant grief
is, like his giant jubilation, far too
great for us. And so we tear ourselves away
from him time after time, remaining only
mouths. But unexpectedly and secretly
the giant heartbeat enters our being,
so that we scream ——,
and are transformed in being and in countenance.
Health Facts: Hydrating 1st Thing in the Morning Kick Starts Your Metabolism
Here are two lesser-known but important facts about hydrating first thing in the morning:
- Boosts Metabolism: Drinking water upon waking can help kickstart your metabolism. When you’re dehydrated, your body’s metabolic processes slow down. Hydrating first thing in the morning can help your body function more efficiently throughout the day.
- Improves Digestion: Drinking water in the morning can help stimulate your digestive system. It helps soften stools, making bowel movements easier and more regular. Additionally, water aids in the digestion and absorption of nutrients from food.
Source: Gemeni
Today’s Joke: Joe’s Got a Problem
Joe: “I had a job interview today and was asked to tell her my biggest weakness in 7 words.”
Pete: “What did you say.”
Joe: “I’m not good with numbers.”
Today’s Thought: Someone’s Waiting For You
Someone js waiting for you. They’re waiting for your smile. They’re waiting for a warm greeting. They’re waiting to discover that the space they’re in is safe. We can give this to each other. All we have to do is lose a bit of ourselves and make room for someone else. It’s a game changer.
Can You Solve this Anagram?
Daily anagram challenge! Sharpen your brain with today’s anagram puzzle. Unscramble the letters to reveal the hidden word or phrase, and submit your answer to see if you’re correct. Happy puzzling!
Today’s Anagram:
Today’s Quote: Success and Hard Work, Partners
The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand. ~ Vince Lombardi
Today’s Poem: 2 little whos by e. e. cummings
2 little whos
e. e. cummings
2 little whos
(he and she)
under are this
wonderful tree
smiling stand
(all realms of where
and when beyond)
now and here
(far from a grown
-up i&you-
ful world of known)
who and who
(2 little ams
and over them this
aflame with dreams
incredible is)
Health Facts: Are You Getting Enough Iodine?
Here are two lesser-known but essential reasons why iodine is important for a healthy body:
- Supports Cognitive Health: Beyond thyroid function, iodine is crucial for brain development and cognitive function. It plays a role in neurodevelopment, particularly in the fetal and early childhood stages. A deficiency in iodine during pregnancy or early life can lead to impaired cognitive abilities, decreased IQ, and developmental issues.
- Detoxification and Antioxidant Defense: Iodine helps detoxify the body by aiding in the removal of heavy metals like mercury, lead, and cadmium. It also has antioxidant properties, helping protect cells from damage by neutralizing free radicals, which can lead to cellular aging and disease if not regulated.
Foods Rich in Iodine
Many of these sources are ideal even for a plant-based diet:
- Sea Vegetables: Seaweed (such as kelp, nori, and wakame) is one of the richest sources of iodine.
- Dairy Products: Milk, yogurt, and cheese contain iodine, partly due to iodine in animal feed.
- Iodized Salt: One of the simplest ways to ensure adequate iodine intake.
- Fruits and Vegetables: Foods grown in iodine-rich soil, like cranberries, strawberries, and potatoes, contain small amounts.
- Seafood: Fish and shellfish, like cod, shrimp, and tuna, are good iodine sources for those who include seafood in their diet.
For a vegetarian or mostly plant-based approach, sea vegetables and iodized salt are particularly effective.
Source: ChatGPT
Today’s Joke: Joe’s GF Has it Right
Joe: “My girlfriend said my mom spoiled me.”
Pete: “What did you say?”
Joe: “I said, ‘All the guys smell this way.'”
