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Today’s Poem: Sonnet to Sleep

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Sonnet to Sleep

John Keats

O soft embalmer of the still midnight!
Shutting, with careful fingers and benign,
Our gloom-pleas’d eyes, embower’d from the light,
    Enshaded in forgetfulness divine;
O soothest Sleep! if so it please thee, close,
    In midst of this thine hymn, my willing eyes.
Or wait the Amen, ere thy poppy throws
    Around my bed its lulling charities;
    Then save me, or the passed day will shine
Upon my pillow, breeding many woes;
    Save me from curious conscience, that still hoards
Its strength for darkness, burrowing like a mole;
    Turn the key deftly in the oiled wards,
And seal the hushed casket of my soul.

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Today’s Poem: Goodnight by A. E. Housman

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Goodnight

A. E. Housman

Goodnight; ensured release,
Imperishable peace,
Have these for yours,
While sea abides, and land,
And earth’s foundations stand,
and heaven endures.

When earth’s foundations flee,
nor sky nor land nor sea
At all is found
Content you, let them burn:
It is not your concern;
Sleep on, sleep sound.

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Health Fact: Do You Have A Coffee Sensitivity

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While moderate coffee consumption is generally considered safe and may even offer cognitive benefits, excessive intake can exacerbate anxiety and disrupt sleep patterns. People with anxiety disorders or those prone to panic attacks may be particularly sensitive to the stimulant effects of caffeine. It’s essential to be mindful of individual tolerance levels and to moderate consumption accordingly.

Today’s Poem: The Beloved by Paul Eluard

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The Beloved

Paul Eluard

She is standing on my eyelids
And her hair is wound in mine,

She has the form of my hands,

She has the colour of my eyes,

She is swallowed by my shadow

Like a stone against the sky.

Her eyes are always open

And will not let me sleep.

Her dreams in broad daylight

Make the suns evaporate

Make me laugh, cry and laugh,

Speak with nothing to say

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Today’s Thought: The WOW Factor: Harnessing Positive Energy from Sleep, Dreams, and Morning Rituals

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WOW! I had a great night’s sleep. I slept through for 8 + hours. My dreams were entertaining, better than most TV shows. When I woke up, I asked Alexa how my favorite teams did overnight. They won!! My day was off to a great start. I sailed through my stretches, pushups, and other exercises, turned the coffee on and headed for a hot shower. So what, you might think. Think about it for a second. You change one item, perhaps my attitude changes. No attitude change today. I am filled with gratitude for the small things, my night’s sleep, a hot shower, my exercises, and a hot cup of coffee. I’ll say WOW again. i imagine you’ve had WOW experiences today. What were they? How did they affect the way you interacted with others or felt about yourself. Here’s wishing many WOW experiences to you.

Today’s Thought: Walk Away from the Drama

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Nothing can bring you peace but yourself. Nothing can bring you peace but the triumph of principles. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

I sleep well. I get my seven to eight hours each night. I dream a lot. Most dreams I don’t recall. I rarely have a dream where I wake up and wonder how I’ll go back to sleep. I think one reason I sleep well is that I work at staying away from the drama. Drama comes in all shapes and sizes. The digital news pours it on non stop. People who have drama in their lives like to unload it on anyone who’s close by. Stay away from those folks. I was talking to a guy the other day and he wanted to talk about politics. He’s a nice guy when he’s not into the political thing. I told him I was leaving the conversation because I valued being at peace more than I valued continuing the political discussion with him. I’ve learned that it’s okay to walk away from drama-filled situations. If you can reduce the times and the types of people who fill the room with drama, you’ll find yourself much happier.

Does the Time You Eat Affect Your Sleep & Metabolish

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You Bet It Does – Want to Sleep Better and Burn More Calories? Read On!


For promoting healthy sleep and a high metabolism, it’s generally recommended to finish eating at least 2-3 hours before bedtime. This guideline allows your digestive system time to process the food and helps prevent issues like heartburn or indigestion, which can interfere with sleep quality.

Eating too close to bedtime can also negatively impact metabolism. When you eat, your body has to work to digest and metabolize the food, which can be disruptive if done too close to when your body is trying to wind down for sleep. Giving yourself a buffer before bed helps ensure that these processes don’t interfere with your body’s natural sleep rhythms.

However, these recommendations can vary based on individual health conditions, lifestyle, and dietary needs. It’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice. Additionally, maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise routine, as you’re already doing, are key factors in supporting both healthy sleep and metabolism.

Source: ChatGPT

Maintaining Good Health is a Partnership

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Everyone wants to be healthy. Not everyone wants to do the work it takes to be healthy. Imagine good health as a partnership between you and your doctor. You have to do the work that you can do to give your doctor the best possible opportunity to facilitate your continued health. The work you have to do is to eat healthy, avoid things that are bad for you, get proper rest, and exercise. The doctor’s job is to monitor your progress and to help you over those bumps that we all hit during life. When we cooperate with our doctor by doing what we’re supposed to do we increase the odds that we will maintain good health. Yes, it means giving up some things that we enjoy. I grew up loving pizza and macaroni and meatballs. They were staples in my home. Now, I occasionally have a piece of pizza or two but those are on special occasions. I’ll have pasta once in awhile but forget the meatballs. And, I find joy in exercising. I like the feel of sweat and tired muscles after a heavy workout. Think about your lifestyle and think about what you can do for you and your part of the partnership you have with your doctor to maintain good health.

5 Health Benefits of Adding Dried Cherries to Your Diet

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  1. Rich in Antioxidants: Dried cherries are packed with antioxidants like anthocyanins, which help fight oxidative stress and inflammation. Antioxidants are known to lower the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer.
  2. High Fiber Content: A serving of dried cherries can provide a good amount of dietary fiber, which is essential for digestive health. Fiber also helps you feel full longer, which can be beneficial for weight management.
  3. Vitamin and Mineral Source: Dried cherries contain essential vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin A, and several B vitamins. They are also a source of minerals such as potassium and magnesium, which are important for muscle function and other bodily processes.
  4. Natural Sugar Source: While dried cherries do contain sugar, it is natural sugar that can provide a quick source of energy. However, moderation is key, especially if you’re watching your sugar intake.
  5. Improved Sleep Quality: Dried cherries are one of the few natural food sources of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep. Consuming them may help improve the quality of your sleep, though the evidence is still somewhat limited.
Source: ChatGPT

Healthy Lifestyle Tip ~ What Happens if You Walk 2 Miles a Day?

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I asked Google’s Generative AI:  If I walk two miles a day for a month what effects will it have on me?

Here’s how Generative AI answered:

Walking two miles a day can have many benefits: 

  • Weight loss – Walking two miles at a brisk pace burns between 160 and 200 calories, which can add up to one to two pounds of weight loss per month. You can lose more weight by walking faster, walking up hills, or being heavier.
  • Improved health – Walking can improve your mood, energy, and cardio fitness. It can also lower your blood pressure, reduce belly fat, and improve your cholesterol levels.
  • Strengthening – Walking can strengthen your bones, muscles, and joints. It can also increase your endurance.
  • Sleep Walking-  can help you sleep better.
  • Walking is a free way to get fit and get outdoors more. It can also reduce your risk of diabetes. 

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