by Joanna Ford | Mar 7, 2017 | Aging, Courage, Inspirational People, Menopause, Mindfulness, Reflection
The Beauty of Aging I am deeply moved by the images at this website . Beautiful aging is a “thing.” The images show how people looked in their 20’s compared to what they look like 50 or so years later. The writer Noam Galai notes, “One...
by Joanna Ford | Feb 28, 2017 | Anxiety, Courage, Depression, Reflection, Self Care
Emotions and Politics Is it okay to feels emotional about politics? The issues people are concerned about are people. I am thankful people are concerned about each other, it gives me great hope. “It’s not like it’s a clear divide of ‘My...
by Joanna Ford | Jan 6, 2017 | Anxiety, Courage, Depression, Reflection, Self Care
Anxiety in 2017 I am crossing paths with folks that are feeling optimistic about 2017. They have experienced a great deal of anxiety during 2016 and are hoping that it is a thing of the past. I believe we must honor the spirit of optimism and understand what leads us...
by Joanna Ford | Dec 20, 2016 | Anxiety, Courage, Depression, Mindfulness, Reflection, Seasons
There is Beauty “A snowflake is one of God’s most fragile creations, but look what they can do when they stick together!” This quote reminds me of the beauty that I sometimes forget about. This week, the sun is out and the snow is melting and it is...
by Joanna Ford | Nov 28, 2016 | Anxiety, Courage, Depression, Mindfulness, Reflection, Seasons, Self Care
Is Gratitude Enough? Gratitude. It is important to consider gratitude. We are quickly approaching December and our thoughts can turn to gifts, buying and receiving. There is great value in both acts. It can bring joy to people. I see the real gifts every day. The...
by bdbrinker | Nov 13, 2016 | Anxiety, Courage, Depression, Self Care
Fear Fear can motivate us to behave many ways. Wikipedia says: Fear is a feeling induced by perceived danger or threat that occurs in certain types of organisms, which causes a change in metabolic and organ functions and ultimately a change in behavior, such as...
