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Friends are a beautiful thing to have in life. They can be like a sibling you've never had. I find my friendships are beautiful and different, each one brings joy in different ways. Some are here for the long haul and others are shorter friendships where are paths meet for a while and continue on in different directions. Friendships are an opportunity to grow in some way or learn about things you'd never think you would and loving it. Others it's having someone who get's you and knows where you're at or it's another who might call you on your "beep" from time to time. Many can inspire you on your life journey, giving hugs and cheering you on in life! Friendships are beautiful to experience and enjoy.  Photo by Melissa Askew on Unsplash When friends or family are going through difficult times. You want to do something and it doesn't seem like there is anything specific to do:
It could be just taking a short pause in your day and thinking of them having some peaceful moments in their day.  Photo by Darius Bashar on Unsplash Connection & People Time video is a great way to be inspired to find ways for connection and people time, even during Covid. Enjoy Send a friend or many a virtual hug because there awesome and it's National Friendship Day! #FriendshipDay   Start planning for the lonely and feeling isolated with ways to get out into the community the best way you can in the moment. Here are some ideas:
It’s important to address and plan for lonely times and to stave off isolated feelings.  Relationships (friends, fur babies, family or significant other) are treasured, let’s reach out today by:
Let them know their important.  Do you want some added steps with a bit of community time. Watch YouTube video on: Community Time With Added Steps. This can bring joy to your day and lower stress. youtu.be/3aGGyFVnI-Q  It felt great to connect with community at the best vision board class. Billie Shults puts on the best classes and events. Her dream board class was fun, relaxed, enjoyable and I loved my vision board! Let’s connect with community through classes, events or even on a walk.  Community has been knocking. I’ve noticed getting out into community has been knocking. It came up in a conversation recently, I was reminded of it after attending a class. Some ideas for this are, take a:
  Wow, today I had a moment of recognizing how life has changed. With my hubby away, I decided to go have breakfast at a place we enjoy going to. When I walked in the waitress was asking where my Hubby was and I let her know he’s on the way home from a trip. It’s great to be a regular.
When I was sitting waiting for breakfast to show up, I realized I was sitting alone in a restaurant. This is something I often had avoided because it felt uncomfortable but today, I felt at ease and comfortable with being there. I feel misty eyed thinking of this as I write this. I contribute this ease to tapping and working with a great tapping coach, Helen McConnell. Thank you, Helen, for all you’ve done for me. Let's notice and celebrate beautiful changes in our lives! Let’s plan a head, when needed, it adds irresistible joy and ease in our lives. By Katrina L-A Davis, from: KD's Adventure   Wow, today I recognized how life has changed in the last 6 years. My Hubby was out of town and he needed to stay longer than we originally thought. When he’s away I can get lonely and I miss him. This time I planned a head, reached out to people, setup outings and calls. It was an awesome week on my own. When we plan ahead it can create a better outcome, bring us unexpected joy and accomplishment!  Find a fun book to read and enjoy some down time. Then share it with someone.
Currently, I am reading: Swimming Up the Sun: A Memoir of Adoption, by Nicole Burton. I've chatted about it with my Hubby a time or two. Using practices (tools, tips, techniques) to walk through divorce, (life) changes can feel easier and open the door to more confidence, empowerment and joy.  Thank you for being here. Is there something you’d like to hear about, a script on a specific feeling or event name (it can be something simple like; upset, family issue or friend misunderstanding)   Adding in extra steps and people can add joy in our day.
Here’s a video about community time and extra steps https://youtu.be/3aGGyFVnI-Q What is one food you could not live without? I have two that came up: Chocolate (not surprising) & Chicken I must admit the last one was puzzling because I do like beef and many other foods.   Today is a day to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
He was a passionate activist & dynamic speaker, who spoke his truth & touched many lives.  What is your favorite travel destination? Mine is the beach and I’m lucky to be close enough for day trips to the Oregon Coast. |
