Posted March 20, 2016 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Joints in Motion

Debra’s Wellness Tips

Most people know the importance of cardiovascular training and strength building exercises, but as people age, joints really need flexibility exercises. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, flexibility training is often overlooked.

The best flexibility training includes stretches that are held for 10-30 seconds, such as in yoga or pilates.

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Posted March 19, 2016 in Sacred Stories

Mikey

Sacred Stories

Last night, on our way home from Mikey’s memorial gathering, we had a wonderful and majestic experience.

As we pulled up into our driveway, there was a beautiful 12 point buck, standing in the full moon light. He stood there looking right at us for a good long minute. It was picture […]

Posted March 16, 2016 in Wholesome Thoughts

Integrity

Wholesome Thoughts

Madisyn Taylor said integrity is the foundation of civilization. If you do catch yourself in a lie, ask yourself what you wanted to hide and why you felt you couldn’t be truthful.

If you have tips on living with integrity you want to share, send email to debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental […]

Posted March 13, 2016 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Foods to Keep in the Fridge

Debra’s Wellness Tips

Beyond the obvious (eggs, milk, and meat) some other foods last much longer if you keep them in the refrigerator.

Ten Foods You Should Refrigerate include a few I was not surprised by, but also some that might be new to you, too:

Apples (put a damp cloth over them in […]

Posted March 12, 2016 in Sacred Stories

October 7

Sacred Stories

Her husband had passed over 20 years prior. When she passed shortly before midnight on Sunday, October 4, the family was not thinking about his birthday coming up in a few days.

As the schedule for visitation, funeral, and burial unfolded, none of them were consciously aware of the significance: Her burial took […]

Posted March 9, 2016 in Wholesome Thoughts

Give only Good

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Betty Lue Leiber says what is best for you is best for others. She asks what it will take for you to give only what is good for you.

Let me know how you are living this reality of the ONE. Send email to debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone […]

Posted March 6, 2016 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

The Sunshine Vitamin

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Older adults with dementia were found to be deficient in Vitamin D. A recent study suggests that sufficient levels of Vitamin D—called the Sunshine Vitamin—might slow the decline of mental function.

Joshua Miller, chair of the department of nutritional sciences at Rutgers University School of Environmental and Biological Sciences in New Brunswick, […]

Posted March 5, 2016 in Sacred Stories

Bernie

Sacred Stories

Bernie’s passing on January 23 was not a total shock as he had been up and down with complications of COPD for a few years. However, when she wrote to a mutual friend to share the news, the reply was, “Just yesterday I was wondering how Bernie was doing.”

Later, learning more […]

Posted March 2, 2016 in Wholesome Thoughts

Louder than Words

Wholesome Thoughts

In Walk in Dry Places, Mel B. says thoughts and feelings speak louder than words. In what ways has this been true for you? Are you sensitive to the energy you are sharing with others?

Let me know if you have questions or would like to share. Send email to debra@scs-matters.com, or […]

Posted February 28, 2016 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Stress Journal

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A friend is going through challenges as she and her husband deal with his diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Right now, she has some wonderful support, but even as she appreciates the current situation, she anticipates a time in the future when she will be without it.

On Peggy Black’s Morning Message Day […]