Our grandson Z graduated from kindergarten this week. He says he’s not sure if he’s ready for first grade, but I’m sure he’ll change his mind. He just needs some time to realize how much he’s grown and how exciting it will be to learn more. But for now, he’s got a whole summer ahead!
I hope you’ve had a great week and are enjoying the weekend. Here’s a recap of posts and links – enjoy!
Monday: Discover Energy Medicine with The Four Winds Society and ‘Luminous Warrior’ Documentary
Shamanism Demystified: Enhance Overall Wellness Through Shamanic Healing – Forbes
Energy Medicine: The Four Winds Society – Luminous Warrior documentary debuts June 7, 2024
Tuesday: Heartfelt Conversations: How to Express and Address Loneliness
It’s hard to know what to say if you’re feeling lonely, and it’s also hard to know what to say if you want to help someone who is feeling isolated or disconnected. Let’s explore current perspectives from Project UnLonely and the Campaign to End Loneliness.
We Don’t Need to Cure Loneliness – Dr. Jeremy Nobel, author of Project UnLonely – Solving our Crisis of Disconnection, emphasizes the importance of knowing when and how to connect with others.
Campaign to End Loneliness—Sheffield Hallam University—Experts in the field of loneliness and connection since 2011, their vision is that everyone can live a life free from chronic loneliness.
Wednesday: Make It Happen or Let It Happen?
What happens when “make it happen” and “let it happen” come together? Figure out your Tao – whether it’s The Tao Te Ching or The Tao of Pooh. There’s an answer for you.
The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff – A book that uses Winnie the Pooh to explore Taoism’s principles, including “wu wei” (effortless action); check out an animated book summary by Upgraded Mentality
Tao Te Ching—Poetry In Translation provides modern translations of this ancient Chinese classic about the natural way of life.
Thursday: What An Orchid Teaches Us About Growth
During a Zoom class with my students we were talking about growth, so I showed them my orchid plant to illustrate the point. It was one of the best impromptu conversations of the semester! Trust that we all bloom in our own time.
The Growth Guide – How to Map Your Own Path – Washington Post
Tips for Growing Healthy Orchids – Bachman’s
Friday: What Makes a Home a Home? Explore how our homes evolve throughout our life stages and serve many different purposes.
7 Ways to Make Your House a Home – HGTV
Love The Home You Have – Melissa Michaels, founder of The Inspired Room, New York Times best-selling author and two-time readers favorite decorating blogger from Better Homes & Gardens magazine.
Saturday: Grad Parties Galore
It’s grad party season. Dictionaries and monogrammed pen-and-pencil sets are not the presents du jour – today’s links offer options and ideas for gifts and celebrations.
51 Graduation Gifts They’ll Actually Use And remember, a gift card fits everyone! – Oprah Daily
40 Best High School Graduation Gifts That Your Teen Will Actually Use They go beyond a cash gift! – The Pioneer Woman
No graduation party? No problem. One Mom Has Ideas for Alternative Celebrations – Your Teen magazine
Not Sure What Happened to My Plans for a Low-Key Graduation Party – Your Teen magazine
Explore, Discover and Grow in the Week Ahead:
Thank you for reading Two Minutes Du Jour this week. May the stories and links lead you to a discovery that will enrich your life. Here’s to a week filled with new knowledge and inspiration!
Rose
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