Talking, Showing, Living Gratitude
It's that time of year... cranberry sauce, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and mulling over all that we have to be thankful for. See what some students have to say on the concept of gratitude.
A Grateful Community
Aside from generating happiness, being thankful and showing gratitude have proven health benefits. It also strengthens relationships and leads to overall greater happiness.
Stepping Back to Step Forward
Failure’s rough; it will knock down your self-esteem and make everything harder, but don’t dwell on it too long, because there are lots of opportunities waiting for you on the other side.
No Missed Opportunities
What if I said failure is a good thing? This may seem counter-intuitive. No one wants to fail. But failing is a very important part of life. And it often results in opportunities that would never have been available otherwise.
Why Do We Fall?
It is most important to realize all the many positive outcomes, the successes, that may result from participating in the experience and resulting from the failure, regardless of the intended or desired outcome.
Jake’s Mistake
Telephone scammers can be incredibly convincing, especially to a young adult trying to establish themselves in the world. Now Jake was worried that he—and his family—might lose a significant amount of money due to his mistake.
Half Full
I sat down with five of our students at CLE Rockville during their Social Engagement Group to talk about what failure means, and why it isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I am always impressed and amazed at our students’ insights.
Encouraging a Sense of Urgency
Only after a breakup would the sudden onset of loneliness trigger a sense of urgency strong enough to give him the extra push needed to change his lifestyle.
Wellness at CLE
The word diet usually invokes rather displeasing images. We tend to revert to thoughts about restrictions and constraints. Other thoughts include having to eat less and being less satisfied when, in reality, the focus is on nutrition – you’re actually more satisfied and full of vitamins and nutrients.
Using Apps for Meditation and Mindfulness
The practices of mindfulness and meditation have been becoming more common in classrooms, workplaces, and homes in recent years. Mindfulness and meditation have to do with quieting the mind and paying attention to the present moment. This can help individuals to understand their own emotions and handle stressful situations. Luckily, there are now dozens of apps for devices that are based on mindfulness and meditation.