Posted March 30, 2016 in Wholesome Thoughts

The Smile

Wholesome Thoughts

Mother Teresa encouraged us to always meet each other with a smile. She said the smile is the beginning of love.

What are some of the things that help you smile?

Will you share a few by sending 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 27, 2016 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Placebo

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Jo Marchant holds a doctorate in genetics and medical microbiology and has written for New Scientist, Nature and Smithsonian. While working on her book, Cure, she explored how the power of the mind can be a significant resource for modern medicine.

Playing a special video game developed to help burn patients overcome […]

Posted March 26, 2016 in Sacred Stories

Backbrush

Sacred Stories

She had a back brush she would use to scratch her back when it itched. She kept the brush on the floor next to her bed.

One night, soon after her husband died, when she turned down her bed, the brush was in their bed!

This is my simple religion. There is […]

Posted March 23, 2016 in Wholesome Thoughts

Harmony of the Universe

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“A lifetime may not be long enough to attune ourselves fully to the harmony of the universe. But just to become aware that we can resonate with it—that alone can be like waking up from a dream.” Brother David Steindl-Rast said that.

What helps you feel that?

If you would like to share, […]

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

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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 […]