Comments on: How To Be Kind To Yourself To Be A Healthier You https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/ Cathy Chester, MS Advocate shares decades of wisdom Sun, 30 May 2021 21:05:27 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 By: Kymberly Williams-Evans https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29380 Thu, 19 Jan 2017 19:41:22 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29380 Weeeeelll, I probably won't bring myself to be kind to Trumpites, alt-rights, or other Troglodytes. I am still too angry. But I applaud and admire your ongoing kindness

]]> By: 1010ParkPlace https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29378 Mon, 16 Jan 2017 09:01:55 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29378 Cathy, After I left my last comment, I've thought about you last night and this morning. I'm reminded of my stepfather, a good man, who was vehemently opposed to Richard Nixon during the Watergate days. As a result, my stepfather ruined his health in a number of ways he never recovered from. I pray you find a way to mentally and emotionally let go of what's happened regarding our country's political divide. For your sake, you must. As Helene said, you are not alone in this, but our nation's survival starts with each one of us. I know I haven't given you any concrete suggestions here, just continuing to think about you. xoxox, Brenda

]]> By: 1010ParkPlace https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29377 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 22:11:19 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29377 I'm surprised there are lots of studies about MS and stress. I would think they go hand-in-hand. This evening I've been talking with someone about meditation and breathing exercises. What would I have done without Dr Andrew Weil's 4-7-8 breathing exercises as I went through breast cancer and the loss of my husband? I've done them for so long, they calm me in seconds. If you don't know it, place one hand on your lower belly, the other on your midriff. Close your eyes, breathe in for a count of 4; hold it for 7, and breathe out slowly for a count of 8. For me, it's like magic! Wishing you better mindset and healthier body. xoxox, Brenda

]]> By: Helene Cohen Bludman https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29376 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 08:43:00 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29376 These are challenging times for sure. If there is any comfort in that, it s knowing you're not alone. I think that will be our stronghold for the next four years. I hope you are on the road to better health, my friend! xo

]]> By: Antionette Blake https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29375 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 21:53:22 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29375 2017 is going to be a year of joy and prosperity and I will not allow anyone to steal my jor or make me become negative.

However, I do hope that others take positive actions to make this world a better place...one can only hope and PRAY!

]]> By: Marybeth https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29374 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 07:41:29 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29374 Love this post...so true on so many levels...sometimes I need to reset by taking a deep breath in and out!!

]]> By: Carol A Cassara https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29373 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 19:02:06 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29373 Ok, so profound: 'Power down devices more often. Meditate. Be mindful. Practice gratitude. Observe nature. Help others. Read books for pleasure. Spend time with loved ones. Reach out to those being marginalized. Laugh. Sing. Exercise. Eat healthy. Write, write, write. Enjoy life. '
This really is the Rx for a happy life, I think.No, I know.

]]> By: Barbara Delaney https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29372 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 18:18:03 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29372 Dear Cathy,

I couldn't just read and run!...

I am praying for you. I want you to know that you bring such hope and compassion into my life with your writing. May you be filled with the love of those you have blessed. Love is a powerful medicine and a comfort to our deepest hurts.

"Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, yes, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10

I truly believe in a God that will one day take all the broken pieces and make us whole again.

Love and Hugs My Sweet Friend,
-Bo

]]> By: Rebecca Forstadt Olkowski https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29371 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 17:50:35 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29371 As everyone else has mentioned, we're all still trying to get back to normal, but kindness and being kind to yourself is a perfect way to start. You can do this and I know we all can too.

]]> By: Jennifer https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29370 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:44:22 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29370 You are reading my mind lately. First Corey Booker and now this? My word for 2017 is renewal because I also need to get back to taking care of myself and find a new direction .

]]> By: Lois Alter Mark https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29369 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:34:02 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29369 This is one of the most stressful, challenging times in our country's history and it's definitely taking its toll on everyone on the side of decency and compassion. Please take care of yourself, and do for yourself what you always do for others. You deserve only love and kindness - and we're all here to help give it to you. xoxo

]]> By: Kirsten Joan https://anempoweredspirit.com/healthy/#comment-29368 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:29:44 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2017/01/13/healthy/#comment-29368 Thanks Cathy. I too have been wrestling. With politics, moving, new climate and back surgery. All that and dealing with the disease. Forgive myself exactly. I am not sure you recall but you sent information to me of MS Doctors in D.C area about 6 months ago. Thank you, I will take these tips to heart, forgive myself and know we are not alone right? I appreciate this newsletter. Thanks again.

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