Posted May 26, 2018 in Sacred Stories

A Soldier in Afghanistan

Sacred Stories

She resisted an urge to share a personal account about her brother’s experience in Afghanistan with her book group until another member commented on having read another book by the same title of the book the club was currently reading.

“The other book is about a soldier in Afghanistan,” the club member said. […]

Posted May 23, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Dying

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Dharma of Dogs is a wonderful book about grief, and this is worth remembering: “Dying might not be pretty, but it is natural.”

If you would like some support dealing with loss and grief, 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 May 20, 2018 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

A Pinch of Salt

Debra’s Wellness Tips

“Salt is what makes things taste bad when it isn’t in them.” – Unknown

We all understand the adverse conditions from eating too much processed food packed with salt. However, salt is essential to all mammals, and that includes you and me.

(See “Different Types of Salt” to learn where different salts […]

Posted May 19, 2018 in Sacred Stories

Oscar & Boots

Sacred Stories

She was having lunch with some new friends.

The host had two cats.

One cat was named Oscar. The other cat was named Boots.

Her father’s name was Oscar, and his nickname was Boots.

These are sacred stories. Pay attention to happenings in your life. Do you have a story […]

Posted May 16, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Give

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This saying was the Brahma Kumaris thought for the day, “When you give you will realize you have everything you need.”

Have you tried Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) to clear emotions of not enough? If not, 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 May 13, 2018 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Pachamama

Debra’s Wellness Tips

A celebration of mothers has been part of human history for a very long time. The ancient Greek and Roman traditions are an example of that. In the U.S., “Mother’s Day” has been celebrated since 1906.

Not every individual had a perfect relationship with a physical mother.

Fortunately, some cultures […]

Posted May 12, 2018 in Sacred Stories

Shadow

Sacred Stories

As he sat in an alcohol rehabilitation group session he noticed a very large shadow on the floor. He moved around to confirm it was not “his” shadow, simply “a” shadow.

Looking down at it, a former boss came to mind.

A few days later he understood.

His former boss […]

Posted May 9, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Journaling

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Mark Nepo says what is not expressed is depressed. He suggests keeping a journal can help you process your feelings.

If you would like some coaching on journaling, 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 May 6, 2018 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Flowers

Debra’s Wellness Tips

The flower children of the 1960’s chose the mantra of “flower power.” Research is now showing they were on to something big.

Flowers are good for people—potted, planted, cut, or dried. Even photos or paintings of flowers improves our mood and boosts our health.

Place a bouquet of cut flowers on […]

Posted May 5, 2018 in Sacred Stories

Feel Better Brownie

Sacred Stories

It had been one of those mornings where she just couldn’t hold the emotions in. She was wiping away tears as she sat in the drive-through at Panera.

When she got to work, in addition to the breakfast she had ordered, this was in her bag:

These are sacred stories. Pay […]