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When stress takes over, it can be really challenging to return to your happy state. To help you get back there, here are some inspirational stress quotes on how to manage it. "I enjoy an evening stroll. It helps me to reflect and eases stress."...
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Remembering September 11th: A Day of Reflection
On September 11, 2001, the world watched in shock as one of the most tragic events in modern history unfolded. In a matter of hours, the skyline of New York City was forever changed, and with it, the lives of countless families and communities. The a...
National Dog Day: Celebrating Our Furry Friends
Every year on August 26th, dog lovers across the country come together to celebrate National Dog Day—a day dedicated to recognizing the joy and companionship that dogs bring into our lives. Whether you're a proud dog parent, a passionate advocate for...
Explore the Magic of Fall in Western North Carolina
When the air turns crisp and the mountains of Western North Carolina burst into a kaleidoscope of autumn colors, there's no better place to be than right here, surrounded by nature's finest display. Whether you're planning a family getaway, a romanti...
How Hot Weather Worsens Alzheimer's Symptoms: A Summer Survival Guide
As summer kicks in and temperatures start to rise, it's a good time to talk about how hot weather can impact those living with Alzheimer's disease. While many of us look forward to sunny days and outdoor fun, the heat can actually make things much to...
Christina Applegate's Strength and Determination
Christina Applegate's journey into the film world began in 1971, when she was born in Hollywood, California. When she started her job at the young age of 10, she quickly showed how talented she was by giving performances that wowed the crowds. H...
What's The Word? Hmmm...something we all can be at times!
Sunday September 19, 2021 What's The Word? It was created to learn new words...why? Why not? Keep learning. Besides, it could help expand your vocabulary or at least maybe just give you extra points in Scrabble! "His thinking has ossified as he's gro...
Corny Rock Garden!
Welcome to my garden, where bad jokes grown like weeds! Don't you hate it when someone answers their own questions? I do. I used to think I was indecisive. But now I'm not so sure. Always borrow money from a pessimist. They'll never expect it b...
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Forest Service ShieldU.S. FOREST SERVICE Caring for the land and serving people.What is open space?Open space includes all unbuilt areas, whether publically or privately owned, protected or unprotected. Open space lands include forests and grass...
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Use your sense of humor as a Stress Coping Mechanism We can prepare ourselves for stress with coping techniques, we can eliminate stressors from our lives whenever possible, and we can surround ourselves with social support--we absolutely should...
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"Some of the most powerful times are when we're quiet." -- Michael W. Smith Cultivating Quiet: 6 Ways to Invite Silence Into Your Life Nourish yourself with these simple practices. https://yogainternational.com/article/view/cultivating-qui...
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"One thing you can't hide - is when you're crippled inside." ― John Lennon"Your emotions make you human. Even the unpleasant ones have a purpose. Don't lock them away. If you ignore them, they just get louder and angrier." ― Sabaa Tahir"Ever since pe...
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We all deal with our own anger. We all cope with others' anger. My opinion only, anger is as natural to us as love, hate, happiness, fear and happiness. How we deal with our own anger is up to us. Our reaction to others' anger is also ours to de...
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"I've listened to someone as young as 14 and someone as old as 100 talk about their close friends, and [there are] three expectations of a close friend that I hear people describing and valuing across the entire life course," says William Rawli...
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Today is National Love Your Pet Day! Have you hugged your pet today? This is our dog, Missy! Every day is Love Our Pet Day! They have unconditional love for us! Pets teach us how we should be, how we could be! They make us smile first thing in the mo...
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Spoonful of Positive: Stand Up "Be an encourager, the world has enough critics already." Dave Willis “The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority.” "I allowed myself to be bullied because I was scared and didn't know how to defend myself. I was bullied until I prevented a new student from being bullied.By standing up hor him, I learned to stand up for myself," Jackie Chan "I h...
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Spoonful of Positive: Friday Yay! "Life is Beautiful! (Especially on Friday) "It's Friday...any plan of being a productive member of society is officially thrown out the window." " May today be the Fridayest Friday that ever Fridayed." "It's Friday! Let's Dance!" "Mandatory Law of the Universe On Fridays, you have to do something a little fun." "I never met a Friday I didn't like!"
Bats and Sugar: Nature's Sweet Solution to Survival
Have you ever wondered how a high-sugar diet, which spells trouble for humans, could be the key to survival for another species? Bats, the nocturnal creatures that often capture our imagination with t...
NC Lights Out Initiative to Protect Migrating Birds
A recent study has revealed that the estimated death toll of birds due to building collisions significantly underrepresents the true scale of the problem. NC Lights Out September 6 - October 6, ...
Last Days of Summer in WNC Mountains
As the summer of 2024 draws to a close, the Western North Carolina (WNC) mountains offer a perfect setting to bid farewell to the season. With cooler temperatures just around the corner, Labor Day wee...
Celebrating Earth Day 2024: Honoring Our Planet and Committing to Change
Earth Day 2024 is a time for reflection, action, and celebration. Since its inception, Earth Day has been a pivotal moment for environmental awareness, inspiring millions around the globe to take acti...
Gmail Turns 20: The April Fools' Prank That Wasn't
Can you imagine a world where 1 GB of email storage sounded like a prank? Well, buckle up, because that's exactly what happened 20 years ago today, on April 1st, 2004! Google unveiled Gmail, and let's...