Tag: november

Monday, November 1

Today is Monday, November 1, 2021. Taking advantage of the cooler weather activities and the joy it brings.

A quote from Pablo Picasso, “I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it.”

Photo by Darryl Lee

This November, we focus on exploring Novel activities.  Experiencing novel activities fosters personal growth and confidence.  It can provide opportunities to interact with new people, and a time to get to know ourselves better.

Host a dance party for yourself or family and friends. Try different styles of dance; not only will you learn a new dance but your will hear new music. 🙂

      • Polka
      • Ballroom
      • HipHop
      • Tap
      • Swing

Use this Mindfulness Activity to Re-energize your Body and Mind:  

  • 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.
  • After taking 3 belly breaths reposition your body.
  • Now shake your entire body and say to yourself, “I am letting go of…”
  • Picture the thoughts falling off while shaking your body.
  • Take 3 more belly breaths and smile to yourself for your courage to let go.

*Recharge yourself and share positive energy when you repeat:  

 “I am [*Name*].  I am open to the positive energy around me. As I connect to my courage, strength, and wisdom, I am open to new ideas and change.  I send loving kindness and compassion to all people including me.  Together, we can do great things.”

With gratitude and appreciation for all beings,

Naomi Parrella, MD & Fran Lee, FNP 

Wednesday, November 11

Today is Wednesday, November 11, 2020. It’s midweek, cooler temperatures ahead in the Northern Hemisphere, and glowing lights appear as seasons change. Looking forward with hope and connecting with the beauty of the present.

November is for nesting, nourishing, and nurturing.

While the winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, nature reminds us to slow down and recharge in more quiet ways. As animals hibernate or move to warmer climates, we invite you to explore nourishing activities for your mind and body.

Look around and find the beauty in your present space and time. It may be something simple that has always been there, or it may be something that is new or changing. Capture moments of beautiful colors and immerse yourself in the beauty. You may choose to pause and acknowledge it, write about it, take a photo, draw or paint it, or share it with a postcard, phone call or virtual connection.

22.9.marcykamenPhoto & Sketch by: Dr. Marcy Kamen, “Moments of Tranquility as we exhale.” Taking time for self-nurturing activities to give yourself joy and moments of tranquility. Evening sunset and Morning sketch.

An inspirational Quote from Edith Wharton, “There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.”

Recharge yourself when you repeat:    

“I am [*Name*]. I am human. My mind, my body, and my spirit are connected, and I am a part of a global community. I love myself and others 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 and compassion to all people. We are all human. We can create positive energy together.”

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.   
    • Release your eye muscles with 3 breaths, allowing your eyes to rest.
    • Loosen your jaw muscles and let your mouth and lips rest. Allow 3 breaths.
    • Let your hands gently rest. Be present with yourself and enjoy this pause to refresh.

With gratitude and appreciation for all beings,

Naomi Parrella, MD & Fran Lee, FNP 

 

Monday, November 9

Today is Monday, November 9, 2020. Topaz is the birthstone of November.  It is a symbol of honor and strength.

November is for nesting, nourishing, and nurturing.

While the winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, nature reminds us to slow down and recharge in more quiet ways. As animals hibernate or move to warmer climates, we invite you to explore nourishing activities for your mind and body.

Do a Brain Dump at the end of the day or whenever your thoughts feel cluttered. Write down everything on your mind.  A brain dump can help reduce stress and anxiety by resting those thoughts outside of your mind, allowing you to nourish yourself with fresh thoughts. You can choose to return to those thoughts at any time.

An inspirational Quote Will Rogers, “Don’t let yesterday use up too much of today.”

Photo by: Dan Deziel, “Autumn Carpet.”

Recharge yourself when you repeat:    

“I am [*Name*]. I am human. My mind, my body, and my spirit are connected, and I am a part of a global community. I love myself and others 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 and compassion to all people. We are all human. We can create positive energy together.”

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.   
    • Release your eye muscles with 3 breaths, allowing your eyes to rest.
    • Loosen your jaw muscles and let your mouth and lips rest. Allow 3 breaths.
    • Let your hands gently rest. Be present with yourself and enjoy this pause to refresh.

With gratitude and appreciation for all beings,

Naomi Parrella, MD & Fran Lee, FNP 

 

Friday, November 6th

Today is Friday, November 6th, 2020.  The birth flower of November is the Chrysanthemum.  The Chrysanthemum represents cheerfulness.

November is for nesting, nourishing, and nurturing.

While the winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, nature reminds us to slow down and recharge in more quiet ways. As animals hibernate or move to warmer climates, we invite you to explore nourishing activities for your mind and body.

Select a charity or group you care about and make a donation. You can choose to share:

    • Your time
    • Your expertise
    • Your kindness
    • Your creativity
    • Your enthusiasm

An inspirational Quote from Nelson Mandela

“You can start changing our world for the better, no matter how small the action.”

Photo by: Yoksel Zok

Recharge yourself when you repeat:    

“I am [*Name*]. My mind, my body, and my spirit are united, and I am a part of a global community. I love myself and others 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 and compassion to all people. We are all human. We can create positive energy together.”

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.
    • As you continue to breathe deeply and slowly, smile to yourself with kindness and compassion and enjoy a moment of being you.

With gratitude and appreciation for all beings,

Naomi Parrella, MD & Fran Lee, FNP 

Wednesday, November 4

Today is Wednesday, November 4, 2020.  Consider, the fallen leaves are giving back nutrients to nourish the earth.

November is for nesting, nourishing, and nurturing.

While the winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, nature reminds us to slow down and recharge in more quiet ways. As animals hibernate or move to warmer climates, we invite you to explore nourishing activities for your mind and body.

Share a Random act of Kindness with someone:

      • Hold a door open.
      • Let someone go ahead of you in the grocery store.
      • Making eye contact, say “thank you.”
      • Pay for the coffee or tea for the person in the car behind you at the drive-up window.
      • Send a handwritten personal note of appreciation.

Double Inspiration- Quotes from:

Morgan Freeman, “How do we change the world? One random act of kindness at a time.”

Helen James, “Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference.

Photo by: Lukasz Szmigiel

Recharge yourself when you repeat:    

“I am [*Name*]. My mind, my body, and my spirit are one, and I am a part of a global community. I love myself and others 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 and compassion to all people. We are all human. We can create positive energy together.”

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.
    • As you continue to breathe deeply and slowly, smile to yourself with kindness and compassion and enjoy a moment of being you.

With gratitude and appreciation for all beings,

Naomi Parrella, MD & Fran Lee, FNP 

Monday, November 2

Today is Monday, November 2, 2020. It is quiet early in the early morning. The later sunrise is a reminder to allow for longer moments of quiet at this time of year.

November is for nesting, nourishing, and nurturing.

While the winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, nature reminds us to slow down and recharge in more quiet ways. As animals hibernate or move to warmer climates, we invite you to explore nourishing activities for your mind and body.

A new month can be a fresh start. Take a look at your calendar; are there any things you can remove to free up time for self-care?  Consider taking a walk, reading a book, reconnecting with a loved one.

An inspirational Quote from Joshua J Marine, “Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.”

Photo by: Jeb Buchman

Recharge yourself when you repeat:    

“I am [*Name*]. My mind, my body, and my spirit are united, and I am a part of a global community. I love myself and others 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 and compassion to all people. We are all human. We can create positive energy together.”

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.
    • As you continue to breathe deeply and slowly, smile to yourself with kindness and compassion and enjoy a moment of being you.

With gratitude and appreciation for all beings,

Naomi Parrella, MD & Fran Lee, FNP