September 16th, 2024 Royce Shook
Smiling and laughter can have significant health benefits, particularly for individuals over 65 for several reasons. Smiling releases endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine, natural stress relievers. which lowers stress levels helping to reduce blood pressure and to improve heart health, which is especially important for older adults. Smiling can help with pain management as the endorphins released […]
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September 16th, 2024 Royce Shook
Smiling and laughter can have significant health benefits, particularly for individuals over 65 for several reasons. Smiling releases endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine, natural stress relievers. which lowers stress levels helping to reduce blood pressure and to improve heart health, which is especially important for older adults. Smiling can help with pain management as the endorphins released […]
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September 15th, 2024 Royce Shook
The power of a smile cannot be overstated. It’s a universal language that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers, conveying warmth, kindness, and understanding without a single word. A smile can transform a stranger into a friend, diffuse tension in a stressful situation, and uplift someone feeling down. Its impact is profound, reaching both the giver […]
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September 14th, 2024 Royce Shook
We were talking about music of my generation which started because when I was at an open mic recently when a singer started performing a song by Pearl Jam. While many people today know their version, I immediately recognized it from the original hit by J. Frank Wilson and the Cavaliers called “Last Kiss.” This […]
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September 13th, 2024 Royce Shook
The idea that each person in our lives is there for a reason, and that reason always has something to do with love, is a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness and purpose of our relationships. When we think about the people in our lives, we often focus on the surface-level reasons why they’re there. We […]
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September 13th, 2024 Royce Shook
The idea that each person in our lives is there for a reason, and that reason always has something to do with love, is a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness and purpose of our relationships. When we think about the people in our lives, we often focus on the surface-level reasons why they’re there. We […]
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September 12th, 2024 Royce Shook
The idea that there is silence at the center of each person, an untrammelled space where the inner voice grows free to speak, is a powerful reminder of the creative potential that lies within us all. The notion that this space expands in solitude is a testament to the importance of quiet contemplation and introspection […]
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September 11th, 2024 Royce Shook
Whenever conferring with another either face to face or across the miles—whether a human being, departed spirit, or sentient tree, always speak to the highest within them. It makes such a difference. Speaking to the highest within another being can have a deep impact on the interaction, regardless of whether it’s a human being, a departed […]
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September 10th, 2024 Royce Shook
A friend I know is grieving, here is part of what he and I talked about the other day. I know that grief can be a heavy burden to carry. Losing a loved one is never easy, and it’s okay to feel overwhelmed by the emotions that come with it. I want you to know […]
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September 9th, 2024 Royce Shook
Death. The ultimate buzzkill. It’s like, one minute you’re sipping margaritas with your BFF, and the next, you’re sobbing uncontrollably because they’re no longer with you. Yeah, it’s a real party pooper. Death is a natural part of life, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. So, instead of trying to avoid it or pretend […]
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