Posted April 8, 2017 in Sacred Stories

Happy Birthday!

Sacred Stories

It was the one-year birthday of her twins. Her daughter had lived only three-days.

She was trying to post a “happy birthday” message for her son on Facebook.

NONE of his posts were going through, until after she posted a photo of her daughter.

Her comment, “This little girl is […]

Posted April 5, 2017 in Wholesome Thoughts

Swim!

Wholesome Thoughts

You do not die if you fall in the water.

You die only if you do not swim.

It is important to do what helps us “make it” in life. Sometimes that is as simple as swimming….

If you would like to share how you make it in life, send email to […]

Posted April 2, 2017 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Whole Grains

Debra’s Wellness Tips

A study found that people who ate whole grains burned off more calories at rest than those who did not.

For the study, researchers recorded the weight, metabolic rate, blood glucose, fecal calories, hunger and fullness for 81 participants over an eight week period. After an initial period of two weeks […]

Posted April 1, 2017 in Sacred Stories

Bee Aware

Sacred Stories

She was cleaning the house and had the doors open. Many bees came in the house. She says, “I love bees and I caught each one and took it back outside. As the day went on I was outside and suddenly got stung by a bee inside my shirt. At first I was […]

Posted March 29, 2017 in Wholesome Thoughts

Nourishment of Happiness

Wholesome Thoughts

It is said: There is no nourishment like happiness and no illness like worry. Constantly eat the nourishment of happiness.

If you want to share that nourishment, send email to debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone or text (269) 921-2217.

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Posted March 26, 2017 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Get Physical!

Debra’s Wellness Tips

Scientists are looking at whether running as a young person helps your brain as it ages.

“The areas of the brain where we saw more connectivity in runners are also the areas that are impacted as we age, so it really raises the question of whether being active as a young adult […]

Posted March 25, 2017 in Sacred Stories

Boat-4-Sale

Sacred Stories

He saw an ad for a boat in Boat-4-Sale magazine. He made a call and went to see the boat.

When he got there, this boat was not the same boat he had called about, but this boat was perfect for him.

“How did you know about the boat?” the woman […]

Posted March 22, 2017 in Wholesome Thoughts

Use Things

Wholesome Thoughts

Don Miguel Ruiz says, “Nobody abuses us more than we have used ourselves.”

We can learn to use things and love people. And we can begin by loving ourselves.

If you would appreciate support in this, send email to debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone or text (269) 921-2217. […]

Posted March 19, 2017 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Sally!

Debra’s Wellness Tips

A while back I posted a tip (Volunteering, December 2015) about how those who volunteer have greater self-confidence and sense of purpose, and how being a volunteer prevents depression and keeps one healthy.

I decided encouraging volunteering again is worthwhile when I saw a wonderful video about Sally, the 97-year-old dog walker.

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Posted March 18, 2017 in Sacred Stories

The Touch of the Master's Hand

Sacred Stories

He was going through a divorce. It was a very tough time.

He had a very heavy heart as he boarded the plane.

The man seated next to him on the flight gave him a booklet.

When he finished reading and turned to thank the man, the man had […]