Thanks for a wonderful open-mike call tonight. I ran across the following little narrative and it made me think of the AHL group. Looking forward to next week. -Betty Robinson
"By extending appreciation and goodwill to others, we contribute to an ongoing cycle of blessings and gratitude, which attracts more abundance into our own lives. When we make a conscious effort to pass along our gratitude and appreciation to others, and reach out to help others in the same way that others have helped us, we automatically contribute our energy to a higher process of growth, improvement, and gratitude that blesses everyone it touches. At the same time, the positive energy we put forth will begin to attract more abundance into our own lives, in the form of appreciation and generosity from others. As you reach out to others in gratitude and goodwill today, you are calling forth powerful energy to bless them, and yourself. "
Monday, November 30, 2009
30 Days
Well I did it. 30 Days of Blogging!
And I learned something with this as well. It't a lot easier to incorporate one small change or activity for 30 days. It doesn't take a lot of time. And as time went on, my mind naturally focused and found things that were appropriate.
So fitting with Abundant Healthy Living. Make small changes. Don't wake up jawz. Keep your focus on Anything is Better than Nothing.
And you never know what a wonderful gift you will have given yourself when you look back on the last 6 weeks, 6 months or one year.
Looking forward to our Open Mike Nite with all of you!!!
Love - Gerri
And I learned something with this as well. It't a lot easier to incorporate one small change or activity for 30 days. It doesn't take a lot of time. And as time went on, my mind naturally focused and found things that were appropriate.
So fitting with Abundant Healthy Living. Make small changes. Don't wake up jawz. Keep your focus on Anything is Better than Nothing.
And you never know what a wonderful gift you will have given yourself when you look back on the last 6 weeks, 6 months or one year.
Looking forward to our Open Mike Nite with all of you!!!
Love - Gerri
Early to Bed by Ellie Krieger
More on going to bed early ... extreme self care!
Less-than-stellar-quality sleep is a common complaint — 7 in 10 people say they experience frequent sleep problems. Yet there are a variety of ways to improve your sleep. Going to bed and getting up at the same time each day will help set your body clock. Today I want you to decide what time you're going to go to sleep — and follow through with it.
To ensure that you stick to your bedtime, it's important not to schedule stimulating activities right up until your last waking moment. For example, most of us spend the last hour before bed watching TV several nights a week. While certain programs may be relaxing, catching up on financial news or watching a violent drama may make you more prone to tossing and turning. Likewise, a heavy meal late at night is likely to affect your sleep because your body will be busy digesting it. So do yourself a favor and cut back on TV and large meals before bed. Instead, create a wind-down routine to help yourself relax and be ready for a restful night's sleep when the time comes.
Your bedtime routine might mean taking a warm bath or curling up with a favorite book for a few minutes. There's some truth to a warm bath helping to produce restful sleep — your body temperature drops after the bath, which makes you feel relaxed and sleepy. If you're hungry, a light snack is fine; milk or a carbohydrate snack will help relax you.
A bedtime ritual need not be anything extravagant — just come up with a routine that will tell your body it's time to get ready for sleep. Stick to your bedtime, and set your alarm (if you use one) for the same time every morning — you'll sleep better in the long run.
Less-than-stellar-quality sleep is a common complaint — 7 in 10 people say they experience frequent sleep problems. Yet there are a variety of ways to improve your sleep. Going to bed and getting up at the same time each day will help set your body clock. Today I want you to decide what time you're going to go to sleep — and follow through with it.
To ensure that you stick to your bedtime, it's important not to schedule stimulating activities right up until your last waking moment. For example, most of us spend the last hour before bed watching TV several nights a week. While certain programs may be relaxing, catching up on financial news or watching a violent drama may make you more prone to tossing and turning. Likewise, a heavy meal late at night is likely to affect your sleep because your body will be busy digesting it. So do yourself a favor and cut back on TV and large meals before bed. Instead, create a wind-down routine to help yourself relax and be ready for a restful night's sleep when the time comes.
Your bedtime routine might mean taking a warm bath or curling up with a favorite book for a few minutes. There's some truth to a warm bath helping to produce restful sleep — your body temperature drops after the bath, which makes you feel relaxed and sleepy. If you're hungry, a light snack is fine; milk or a carbohydrate snack will help relax you.
A bedtime ritual need not be anything extravagant — just come up with a routine that will tell your body it's time to get ready for sleep. Stick to your bedtime, and set your alarm (if you use one) for the same time every morning — you'll sleep better in the long run.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Drinking Enough...
Drinking Enough Water
This, I am finding, is one of my biggest challenges as the weather turns colder. I know I am way down on my water consumption. And I think back on what we've talked about as being side effects of not getting enough water. I have had an increase in headaches. And I also find my concentration isn't the best. So...is it as simple as recommitting to getting enough of this all important fuel for my body? Maybe so.
I believe it's worth it to refocus and recommit to this area going forward. So when you see me or talk to me you have my permission to ask me if I'm drinking enough water!
Love You! ~ Gerri
This, I am finding, is one of my biggest challenges as the weather turns colder. I know I am way down on my water consumption. And I think back on what we've talked about as being side effects of not getting enough water. I have had an increase in headaches. And I also find my concentration isn't the best. So...is it as simple as recommitting to getting enough of this all important fuel for my body? Maybe so.
I believe it's worth it to refocus and recommit to this area going forward. So when you see me or talk to me you have my permission to ask me if I'm drinking enough water!
Love You! ~ Gerri
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Redefining Health
Yesterday's topic in my Daily Om e-mail was Redefining Health - Throw Away Your Scale
And while I still use my scale daily, I believe the message of this article is very much in line with Abundant Healthy Living. Here are a few excerpts:
- Health is not a numerical concept and cannot be defined using statistics. Human beings, however, tend to want to quantify well-being into easily understandable figures...As a consequence of social pressures, we turn our attention away from health and focus instead on the most contentious of these figures—weight—checking our scales to see how we measure up to our peers and role models.
- Yet each of us is equipped to gauge our relative healthfulness without any equipment whatsoever. When we have achieved a state of wellness, we feel buoyant and energetic...Movement becomes a source of joy. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are all easy to do because your joints and organs are functioning as they were meant to.
- When you are physically healthy, your mind will also typically occupy a place of well-being. Mental clarity and an ability to focus are two natural traits of whole-self health. Surprisingly, promoting this type of easy-to-discern wellness within yourself takes no special effort outside of satisfying your hunger with nourishing, wholesome foods and moving your body.
I believe this describes AHL very, very well!
And while I still use my scale daily, I believe the message of this article is very much in line with Abundant Healthy Living. Here are a few excerpts:
- Health is not a numerical concept and cannot be defined using statistics. Human beings, however, tend to want to quantify well-being into easily understandable figures...As a consequence of social pressures, we turn our attention away from health and focus instead on the most contentious of these figures—weight—checking our scales to see how we measure up to our peers and role models.
- Yet each of us is equipped to gauge our relative healthfulness without any equipment whatsoever. When we have achieved a state of wellness, we feel buoyant and energetic...Movement becomes a source of joy. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are all easy to do because your joints and organs are functioning as they were meant to.
- When you are physically healthy, your mind will also typically occupy a place of well-being. Mental clarity and an ability to focus are two natural traits of whole-self health. Surprisingly, promoting this type of easy-to-discern wellness within yourself takes no special effort outside of satisfying your hunger with nourishing, wholesome foods and moving your body.
I believe this describes AHL very, very well!
Friday, November 27, 2009
Staying the Course
I was able to start today with a nice walk outside - before things got really blustery. It's so nice to start the day off right. And then on to decorating the house for our next holiday. My goal today was to get the small tree up in our foyer. It's the only tree we put up and I do love doing this. Looks nice too!
And this keeps me moving and stretching and bending! This DOES count as exercise!
And this keeps me moving and stretching and bending! This DOES count as exercise!
Some Questions for Monday
Hello Partners!
As promised, here are some things to think about in advance of our call on Monday.
What AHL Principles did you use to help you through this holiday weekend?
What worked the best for you?
What were your greatest challenges so we can help you in the days ahead?
What was the biggest surprise from the weekend?
Monday's call is one of two "Open Mic" sessions we have during each series. This is an opportunity for us to review what we have learned so far but more importantly, to learn from each other.
Really looking forward to re-connecting on Monday. Have a wonderful and healthy rest of the weekend.
Love, Tee
As promised, here are some things to think about in advance of our call on Monday.
What AHL Principles did you use to help you through this holiday weekend?
What worked the best for you?
What were your greatest challenges so we can help you in the days ahead?
What was the biggest surprise from the weekend?
Monday's call is one of two "Open Mic" sessions we have during each series. This is an opportunity for us to review what we have learned so far but more importantly, to learn from each other.
Really looking forward to re-connecting on Monday. Have a wonderful and healthy rest of the weekend.
Love, Tee
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