Today is Monday, August 31, 2020. In 1897 on this day, Thomas Edison patents the movie projector.
Inspiration: A Quote from Malala Yousafzai
“’One child, one teacher, one pen, and one book can change the world”
Photo by Luke Richardson
We invite you to experience the Joy of Reflective Journaling. You may repeat this prompt until the next one is released.
Reflective Journaling Prompt: The strengths I recognize in myself are: ______ [Continue adding to the list as you recognize more and more of your strengths.]
The Mindfulness Activity to practice this week to create Calm Moments:
- Straighten your spine. Roll your shoulders back and down, smile to yourself, & relax your jaw.
- Take slow deep belly breaths, allowing your stomach to rise with each breath in and relax with each breath out. You may find that each breath gets better and better. Allow your shoulders to relax on each exhale.
- Experience an Affirmation meditation: Find a comfortable position in bed,
- Repeat your affirmation: [My body is calm, my mind is at ease, I breathe in goodness, I exhale peace or choose your own affirmation].
Recharge yourself when you repeat:
“I am [*Name*]. I am resilient and learning every day. I am a part of the global community. I love myself because I have kindness and love in my heart and soul. As I think about those I love and care for, I send loving kindness out to all people.”
With gratitude and appreciation for all beings,
Naomi Parrella, MD & Fran Lee, FNP
The Daily Gifts of Vitality are released 3 times per week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
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