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Susan Boyle
As the third personality in my mini-series on People of Inspiration, step forward Susan Boyle. In the musical “I Dreamed a Dream” , which I saw at the Birmingham Hippodrome, I learned much about this gifted singer and deepened my knowledge…
Posted in inspiring, uplifting
Tagged fear, follow your dream, for those of mature years, overcoming fear, Susan Boyle
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Eat That Frog – The Movie
Humorous – but vital advice to all procrastinators! Eat That Frog Movie. This is something I really need to put into practice!
For Meditation – Painted Lady
I’ve added another photo to my collection for meditation. The elusive painted lady – I spent a long time stalking these butterflies in Mallorca before I ‘caught’ this one. I love the way the petals of the flower look like … Continue reading
‘Negative’ emotions are signals that something needs to change. They can be great motivators. Mindfulness can help us identify these emotions. This post deals specifically with Fear, Anger and Loneliness. More on ‘negative’ emotions in future posts.
Posted in emotions, mental health, relationships
Tagged anger, anxiety, change, emotions, fear, loneliness, thoughts, worry
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3 Ways to Heal Your Abused Brain and Spur Creativity
3 Ways to Heal Your Abused Brain and Spur Creativity. Sleep, Exercise and Time Alone – good for our mental health
Biblical Meditation 3 – A Divine Chain Reaction – from Strength to Joy
Many times when I meditate one Bible verse another comes to mind: I lift up my eyes to the hills where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, Maker of heaven and earth. [Psalm 121:1,2] brings … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Meditation
Tagged bible, Brother Lawrence, God's love, joy, practising the presence of God, strength
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Originally posted on hometogo232:
Today I’m thinking of just life in general and the fact that we never know what the next day holds in store for us. We can’t know and I don’t think we would want to know.…
Posted in mental health
Tagged acceptance, emotions, joy, mental health, serenity prayer, worry
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reblog – 10 myths @ BPD
BPD – as described by someone who knows
which celebrities have personality disorder
Not many have come ‘out’ – I’ll be writing more about this in future posts
Posted in mental health
Tagged borderline personality disorder, DBT, Marsha Linehan, mental health, Stephen Fry, stigma
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Crochet lace – with thicker yarn
Crochet lace need not be fiddly – we don’t have to do it with thin thread and a tiny hook. I’ve made several shawls, a bolero and a cocoon jacket with double knit and a large hook. They work up … Continue reading