The ever-changing menagerie of our windowsill

One of the really fun things about recording appreciations over for a long time is going back to revisit them. Today I came across an appreciation for our windowsill menagerie from 2017. It still makes me smile today!

Windowsill menagerie August, 2017
Windowsill menagerie August, 2020

The players have changed, but the game still remains!

If you want help getting into your own appreciation practice (oh, and want to meet some cool new people and have some fun!), join us for our Rewire Your Brain — Appreciation Practices for Challenging Times class on Tuesday, August 25th. It’s the last time I’ll be offering this class for awhile, so be sure to register if you’ve been meaning to check it out!

REGISTER HERE

Beautiful things

What is beautiful in your day so far?

For me it is listening to the red squirrels chittering outside, watching monarchs dance around our baby oak tree, spotting an Eastern Tiger Swallowtails in our garden, and watching Sarah & Ida dance their way into the room. 💚

Plus coffee. 😆

Learn how you can get the most wonder from your days (even when they are less than wonderful). Join us tomorrow for Rewire Your Brain: Appreciation Practices for Challenging Time!

https://bit.ly/AppreciationPracticesAUG19

I appreciate…my upcoming classes!

Due to popular demand, I am offering two more sessions of Rewire Your Brain: Appreciation Practices for Challenging Times. I’m adding several new tools and a little more time for these classes. Even if you’ve attended this class before, feel free to join us again. It’s gonna be fun!

Appreciation Practices for Challenging Times – AUG 19

6:30 – 8:00 PM CT
Suggested donation $25 – OR pay what you like after the class! 
To get class link register here: bit.ly/AppreciationPracticesAUG19

Appreciation Practices for Challenging Times – AUG 25

6:30 – 8:00 PM CT
Suggested donation $25 – OR pay what you like after the class! 
To get class link register here: bit.ly/AppreciationPracticesAUG25

Rewire Your Brain – Grow Your Happiness Practices for Greater Resilience

5 Thursdays, September 17 to October 15, 2020
6:30 – 8:00 PM CT
Cost: $150, sliding scale available!
Register here: bit.ly/ResilienceToolsSEP17

As our days get shorter and we head into winter, we need our positive brains more than ever! This series includes five 90-minute classes that will teach you how to use your innate strengths, personality, and preferences to create lasting habits that support a happier brain.

Your happier brain contributes to better relationships, increased creativity, and even a stronger immune system. Join us for fun interactive classes that increase your well-being and resilience — and create community!

Topics

Week One – Your Amazing Brain! 
Brain chemistry basics
Appreciation and soothing

Week Two – Laugh & Play
Laughter yoga
Creativity and play

Week Three – Connection & Kindness
Social connections
Value of kindness

Week Four – Beyond the Brain
Signature strengths
Nervous system tips & tricks

Week Five – The Kitchen Sink
Cultivating your unique happiness practices