Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Fridays

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It’s Friday!! I missed last Friday’s post because I was on a roadtrip with my Besty, Rosie.

So, today you’ll get TWO!

“The human touch is that little snippet of physical affection that brings a bit of comfort, support, and kindness. It doesn’t take much from the one who gives it, but can make a huge difference in the one who receives it.” 
― Mya Robarts, The V Girl

and

“We can all make the world a better place through the moment-to-moment decisions we make as we interact with people.” 
― Morton Shaevitz, Refire! Don’t Retire: Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life

Get out there, meet new people, reconnect with old friends, say hello to strangers, smile.  And have an incredible weekend!!!

Love, Lisa

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Another week has passed us by and now we’re in November! NOV-EM-BER!!

Already?!?

I hope you had a good one.  Okay, so here’s today’s Feel Good Friday quote:

“Once you start celebrating the little victories in life, you will realize just how infinite they truly are.” 
― Alicia Emamdee, Aloha Self-Esteem?

Rolling your eyes at the little quote because nothing in life has been a victory for you?  Or this week was incredibly crummy?  Change your perspective…think of the little things you were able to do:  get out of bed, eat breakfast, go to work.  Couldn’t do any of those things?  Change it even further:  opened your eyes, took a breath, enjoyed stretching out… find something to celebrate; no matter how small.

And tell me about them!  Leave me a comment, or two, or three! Share with me what’s in your life worth celebrating!!!  And hold onto those moments!

❤ Lisa

 

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Another week has flown by and October is nearly finished. Already?!?

Last night was our monthly support group meeting.  We talk about a lot of things besides our illness, and it’s a great feeling to just be yourself and hang with people who know what you’re going through.

And now with the #MeToo movement all over social media, talking about things can really help – not only help connect with others, but free a piece of you that may feel trapped.

So, today’s quote:

“When you give yourself permission to communicate what matters to you in every situation you will have peace despite rejection or disapproval. Putting a voice to your soul helps you to let go of the negative energy of fear and regret.” 
― Shannon L. Alder

Whatever it is, don’t hold back. Be yourself, completely.  And share. Talk. Express.  Without fear. ❤

Have a wonderful weekend.

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Another week is gone, with too little time to read or write. Bah! Soon, I hope!

BUT…there’s always time for a Feel Good Friday’s quote!  And today it’s all about YOU!

“Self-care is a deliberate choice to gift ourself with people, places, things, events, and opportunities that recharge our personal battery and promote whole health—body, mind, and spirit.” 
― Laurie Buchanan, PhD

I hope that you’re able to focus on a bit of “Me Time” this weekend.  Honor yourself, inside and out.  And pass it on.

Love, Lisa

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AUGH!  It’s been such a busy week!  And I am so sorry I haven’t been able to dedicate any time to the blog.  I will try harder to fit in some time for researching, writing, and sharing.  I miss it.  And our connection.

So, today’s quote is inspired by my lack of time to do the things I wanted as of late:

“It wasn’t until I slowed the car and rolled down the windows that I realized I spend most of my days driving ‘through’ life without driving ‘in’ life. So, I’ve decided to walk because the pace is slower and the windows are always down.” 
― Craig D. Lounsbrough

May we all find time to “roll down the windows,” and enjoy a slower pace in life.  Take in the beauty around us and just breathe.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Love, Lisa

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Okay, because I was out of town last Friday, I’m giving you TWO quotes today 🙂

My friend and mentor recently shared a quote that I fell in love with, and I wanted to share it with you.  I’d never heard it before, but given who said it, you think I would have!

“Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.” ~John Wayne

And this one I found while scrolling through uplifting quotes:

“You do not need any more strength. You only need to realize how strong you already are.”  ~Vironika Tugaleva

So what are you going to do this weekend? Next week? Next month? The rest of the year?

I hope you are able to look within yourself, sense your inner strength and beauty, and move ahead full steam…with whatever you may have on your plate, or what you’ve been putting off, or what’s been hindering you, or what’s lurking in the shadows…Just close your eyes and go. You can do this.

Have a wonderful weekend.

~Lisa ❤

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It’s FRIDAY!!! Already!?!  This week moved so slowly, but now that it’s over I feel like it sped by!

This week I’ve been privy to a lot of stories of pain, suffering, and strength.   Some incredibly heartbreaking. Others uplifting.  And once more I’m reminded that good things can rise out of crap and suffering.

Which inspired today’s quote…

“Remind me that the most fertile lands were built by the fires of volcanoes.” 
― Andrea Gibson, The Madness Vase: By Andrea Gibson

So, let it burn…then rise from the ashes, anew.

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Me enjoying myself; Burning Man, 2011

Have a wonderful weekend.

Love, Lisa

Blogs updated this week:

Inflammation & Endo – added a new 2017 study regarding Endometriosis and inflammation.

Natural Products that I’ve Fallen in Love With – added facial lotion (Beauty Balm) by Orglamix.

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Well, another week is behind us.  Welcome to Friday!

I’ve picked up a new hobby: knife throwing.  I’m completely new. I’ve had two short lessons with my mentor and I’ve been practicing this week.  Sometimes good.  Sometimes horrible.  And I’ve yet to be frustrated over the whole process…

That’s new to me and my mental state.  Normally if things aren’t going the way I want them to, I get frustrated, depressed, angry, upset.  So I sat back and pondered what was different about this endeavor.

And today’s quote answered that question:

“To conquer frustration, one must remain intensely focused on the outcome, not the obstacles.” 
― T.F. Hodge, From Within I Rise: Spiritual Triumph Over Death and Conscious Encounters with “The Divine Presence”

I know I’m new to the skill. I know I’m bad at what I’m doing.  And I know I can only get better.  I’ve stayed focused on the “I can only get better” aspect of this task, and have not dwelled upon the more frustrating failures I’ve experienced this week.  I want to compete. And I can only compete if I get better.  I’m holding on tightly to that end goal.

So, what are YOU doing (or are going to do) where this quote can help you?  Share about it in the comments below.  Whether it be learning a new “thing,” or making doctor appointments, or putting up with people that drive you crazy; how can today’s quote help you muddle through and beyond the frustration?

Have a wonderful weekend!

~Lisa