by Susan Scanlan | Nov 5, 2021 | Month-by-Month Goals
November: Keep a Contented Heart Laugh Out LoudLaughing is a source of social bonding. In addition, it can deflate an stressful situation not only externally, but also internally by lowering blood pressure and cortisol levels. Your goal is to find humor and encourage...
by Susan Scanlan | Sep 30, 2021 | Month-by-Month Goals
October: Mindfulness Meditate on KoansKoans are unanswerable questions used for Buddhist spiritial thinking. They are meant to focus on the big picture instead of disecting parts. An example of a koan is: “Two hands clap and there is sound. What is the sound of...
by Susan Scanlan | Aug 30, 2021 | Month-by-Month Goals
September: Pursue a Passion Decide What Your Passion IsThink back to your childhood. Was there an activity that you enjoyed year after year? Or what would you do if you had a weekend to yourself? Consider the answer to these questions your passion. Build on Your...
by Susan Scanlan | Aug 27, 2021 | Month-by-Month Goals
August: Acknowlege Gratefulness Keep a Gratitude NotebookPut aside a few minutes each day to acknowledge what you are grateful for that day. It can be a one sentance summary or a paragraph or two. Perhaps you just want to meditate on it and not write anything ....
by Susan Scanlan | Aug 27, 2021 | Month-by-Month Goals
July: Buy Some Happiness Purchase an experienceIdeas include a tour, a vacation, an outing to a new place, or a seminar where you make or learn how to do something. VolunteerLook for a cause that interests you. Then find out how you can donate your time, energy and...
by Susan Scanlan | May 28, 2021 | Month-by-Month Goals
June: Be a Better Friend Send Birthday WishesReach out to a friend on their birthday. Text, call, or send an e-card to let them know that you are thinking of them. Be SupportiveEncourage new endeavors, listen without judging, and show up for important events. Air...
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