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A Time for Change
The Jewish New Year celebrates the birthday of the world for all people and Yom Kippur asks us to reflect about our own humanity. During these days of awe we search for answers about how to improve our relationships with those around us. We face and apologize for our moral transgressions against others and grant forgiveness to those who have hurt us. Divisive conflicts and frightening extreme tribalism highlight our need for connections and communal relationships. Amidst the cacophony and sounds of discord, the blast of the shofar is clear … Continue reading
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Tagged balance, change, commitment, community, connections, control, family, friends, goals, New Year, power, resources, shofar, strength
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A Metaphor for Life
My favorite T-shirt is more than just a casual top to wear; it gives me something significant to think about. What’s the motto on the front? “Jazz: A Metaphor for Life.” I bought it seven years ago at the Michigan Jazz Festival and I’ve been sporting it ever since. This summer, I’ve been thinking about how I can incorporate more of its meaning into my daily life. Here are 5 ways you too can take advantage of the assets of ‘jazz’ every day. Improvise. When you find yourself facing a … Continue reading
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Tagged accomplishments, challenge, connection, flow, friends, improvise, Jazz, passion, resiliency, take a chance, talent
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How Reunions Can Change Your Brain
According to neuroscience, our experiences can slowly change our brains. So how do we increase our positive qualities? Apparently, if we repeat activities that involve desirable characteristics–like kindness, gratitude and compassion–these inner strengths can become woven into the fabric of our brains. One of many ways to achieve this is through reunions. And that’s what a group of us just did, reconnected in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada after 50 years! Most of us had met as young girls in elementary school, remaining close friends through college. And being together last week was … Continue reading
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Tagged brain, Canada, challenges, compassion, experiences, friends, grandchildren, gratitude, kindness, mindful, neuroscience, retirement, reunions, women of '44
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Do You Hibernate in Winter?
Were you too busy watching Super Bowl commercials on Sunday to notice that Punxsutawney Phil had emerged from his burrow this year? He saw his shadow and went back in to hibernate, predicting that the blistery winter weather much of the country has been experiencing will last for another 6 weeks. You may not be as interested in Groundhog Day as I am – full disclosure, February 2 is also my birthday so I’ve followed the tradition for years. For many of us, winter weather does seem to drag on … Continue reading
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Tagged cold, exercise, family, friends, Groundhog Day, gym, mood, outside, rain, reconnect, snow, winter
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