Tag Archives: journal

Memory

Posted on December 4, 2021 by msw blog

Think of your memory as a mental white board. whatever we need to pull from long term memory shows up on its surface so we can use it efficiently in the moment. But, during periods of high stress, when rumination, … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged balance, happiness, health, health and wellness, journal, life, life lessons, life story, long term memory, memories, memory lane, memory loss, mindfulness, Nostalgia, opportunity, purpose, Reflections, self care, self-awareness, stress, treasures, vitality | 2 Comments

Sign Here

Posted on November 22, 2021 by msw blog

I put a washable marker at each place setting so guests can sign their names right on my plain white table cloth . Then I backstitch the names and use the cloth again next year. It’s a wonderful record log … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY💭 | Tagged antiques, embroidery, entertaining, family, Family Heirlooms, gifts, guest list, heirlooms, journal, memories, name tag, Reflections, Signature, stitching, table cloth, treasures, vintage | 6 Comments

Treasure Hunt

Posted on October 12, 2021 by msw blog

In my 40s, I spent summers with my widowed mother in England. Before returning to New York, I would write playful notes and hide them around her house. Under the silver candlestick, she discovered: “The butcher, the baker and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged antiques, Childhood memories, family, Family Heirlooms, gifts, happy mail, heirlooms, Jennifer fella Hayes, journal, letter writing, memories, Reflections, treasures | 6 Comments

How to Get Organized for School

Posted on September 21, 2021 by msw blog

A paper journal that you use for calendaring, for task lists, for doodling, for writing your grocery list, just all the things that are currently living in your brain — once you offload those things into a place, you know … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged calendar, doodling, journal, life skills, list, organzation, planner, schedule, task, thoughts, to do list | Leave a comment

Inquire Within: How I Mental Health

Posted on August 23, 2021 by msw blog

My definition of a mental-health day is ?• I unwind with ? • On a good day, I deal with rejection by? • The not-so-great coping mechanism I had to abandon ? • When I’m being pulled in many directions … Continue reading →

Posted in Moment of Truth... | Tagged active listening, changes, communication, emotions, Empowerment, gratitude, guidance, journal, mantra, mental health, Mental health questions, mindfulness, perspective, Pondering, possibility, realationships, self reflection, self-awareness, writer, Writing prompts | Leave a comment

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