Trying new things is part of growing up and evolving. Consider the value of pushing yourself out of your comfort zone to try something entirely new or stretch yourself with a familiar activity. Being open to something new can create opportunities for kindness and connection with others. Reflect on “firsts” in your life and any emotions connected to them.
Many people might remember the food pyramid. It was created by the USDA in 1992 to give a visual explanation of what was considered at the time to be a healthy diet. This common image that is likely remembered frequenting the back of a cereal box was the model of food consumption for a short 19 years.
Today I want to explore the power of cultivating a growth mindset in our lives, in the lives of our families and our communities. So, can we change how we think about things, including ourselves? The answer is yes. You can find a wealth of information on the topic of mindset, and PhD Carol S Dweck’s work, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, is just one of many resources available.
Monday, February 26th, 2024
In the movie “Inside Out,” the character Anger is portrayed as a red faced, stocky character who lacks trust in his fellow emotions and is quick to blow up. Throughout the movie we literally see flames coming out of his head when he perceives a situation as unfair. Although we do not have literal flames coming out of our heads when we experience anger, it often may feel that way.