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As I work on this lens this morning, Christmas is looming and I'm wondering if I bought enough, if I forgot anyone... the list goes on and on. This year, I'm going to work on worrying a little bit less and enjoying life a little bit more. I uploaded a photo of a Christmas tree that we had while on vacation in Florida. It was pretty sad to look at lol, but it was one of the most relaxing Christmases we ever had. So, the size of the tree really doesn't matter and neither did the few items that we put under the tree. Because we were on vacation, a dollar limit was set on each gift and it was more fun just trying to buy something for each person. That Christmas morning was filled with laughter... and isn't that what it is all about.
My Charlie Brown Tree
Hurry Less, Worry Less at Christmastime: Having the Holiday Season You Long for
Hurry Less, Worry Less at Christmastime: Having the Holiday Season You Long for
Amazon Price: $10.08 (as of 12/09/2009)
It's all about slowing down and enjoying every single minute of Christmas!
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The Beauty of Life
The true way to live is to enjoy every moment as it passes, and surely it is in the everyday things around us that the beauty of life lies...Laura Ingalls Wilder
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Ways to Worry Less
- 10 Ways to Worry Less...
- ... and accomplish more. Now that is a list worth perusing!
- Worry Less in 3 Steps
- Now this list is geared towards kids. Sad to think that kids half to worry at all!
- How to Worry Less
- And this how-to is geared toward the man of the family. I think that I have covered pretty much everyone this morning.
Meditations for People Who (May) Worry Too Much
Meditations for People Who (May) Worry Too Much
Amazon Price: $11.86 (as of 12/09/2009)
I think that for my New Year's Resolution this year, I'm going to try to devote just a few minutes a day to meditating. For someone who can't sit still for more than a minute... it's incredibly difficult.
But maybe at this time next year, I will have mastered it. Here's hoping!
Where I Go When I Start to Worry
It's Been Documented
Did you know
1.anxiety
2.insomnia
3.depression
4.paranoia
5.headaches
And if all of the above aren't bad enough, they are now saying that worrying can even lead to cancer because worrying can affect the immune system.
We can pretty much worry ourselves to death and that's not stretching it by any means. If your immune system has been compromised, something as annoying as a plain cold can do pretty nasty work.
Source
Worry Free Day - Law of Attraction
Today is going to be a worry free day... lets see what that does to this law. I'm going to think relaxing thoughts and see if I can attract more of the same?
So What is a Worry Doll??
I did a bit of googling and I found that these little dolls originate in Guatamala and the little dolls do the worrying for us. Even children can use them... although I hate to think that a child has to worry about anything, but apparently the child talks to the doll, tells the doll what he is worried about and the doll takes over, doing the worrying for the child. That allows the child a good night's sleep.Here's to a world free of worry!
Photo Credit: Amazon
Worry Beads
I have always heard of these "worry beads" or Komboloi, but I really didn't know where to find them. You can't very well, go into a mall and ask at the counter... but I do know where you can find them now... of all places... in an airport.If anyone is going to be doing a wee bit of worrying, that would be a good place and you will find strings and strings of them on display. They usually range from 16 to 20 beads and they are now quite fashionable to carry, which wasn't the case a few decades ago, especially with the younger ages, but that doesn't seem to be the case any more.
Here's to a day without worrying!
Worry Beads - Komboloi, Red with Silver
Treat Yourself...
... to an hour in the park when worrying begins to get you down. Just pick a bench and let the world go by. You don't have to do anything but sit and enjoy. People watching is a great pass time for worriers.... and if it's cold out there... simply bundle up. There is nothing so gorgeous as a winter's day with the sun shining!
Photo Credit: Amazon
Are you thinking the wrong thoughts??
Life is a mirror and will reflect back to the thinker what he thinks into it.
Ernest Holmes
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How To Be Happy Today
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How To Make Your Own Worry Dolls
- Making Your Own
- A good bit of info here explaining how long it takes for these dolls to actually work!
- Toothpick People
- Another variation using 4 toothpicks and some embroidery thread.
- The Worry Doll
- Simple instructions created as a scout craft.
- An Angel Worry Doll
- This little doll starts out as a flat clothes pin and then gets prettier. :)
- Newspaper Worry Dolls
- That's right... these little dolls are made of newspaper strips to build up the doll, allowed to dry and then painted.
Today's Laugh
Worrying Prevents Happiness
One of the easiest ways to keep worry out of your day is to keep busy. Make a list of things you like to do... really. If your list is long enough, there will always be something on it that will appeal to you. Shoot for an ongoing list that you add to on a daily basis. Believe it or not, it really works.
I also have another lens to tell you about. It's called How To Be Content" and I hope that can help create more BLISS MOMENTS. :)
Don't Worry...
My Twitter is Worry Free
- shoppingdiva
- aka Shirley Bragg
- 1,556 followers
- 1,674 following
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- Why Women Love to Shop... (and men don't) http://ow.ly/KnNI Okay, that certainly sounds like my husband!
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- Sock Monkey Ornaments from Amazon - ( http://bit.ly/4xRIDe ) 4 of the cutest little faces.
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- "The Lady's Apron - Anthropologie.com" ( http://bit.ly/4oMMmY ) not your ordinary looking apron, that's for sure!
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- Christmas Thoughts and Quotes / http://tinyurl.com/57t93a I'm having so much fun with this page!
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- Rum Ball Ice Cream Cake... now this looks good! Head for the kitchen and take this recipe with you! http://ow.ly/KkPR
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- A smaller house can work if you get rid of the JUNK! And I have lots. Obviously, I still have a few lessons to learn!
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- Just finished sorting out... aka de-cluttering. Felt good lol!
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- "So You Want to Be A Writer" ( http://bit.ly/ndw1P ) Lets work on an odd character!
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- http://ow.ly/K7jd Who doesn't need their own butler to hold their bathroom tissue?? You tell me! ;)
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- I want to go Christmas shopping, but it won't stop snowing! I hope that this isn't the beginning of a very snowy winter!
People Just Can't Help Themselves!
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- Why I Worry About the Where the Wild Things Are Trailer - Techland ...
- Posting about the Where the Wild Things Are trailer has already, in 24 hours, become the trucker hat of nerdblogging. Who am I to defy the status quo? Nobody, that's who. [youtube=http://www.youtube.
- Darkest Dreams - Why do I worry about this kind of stuff?
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Today's Thoughts on Worrying
Drag your thoughts away from your troubles... by the ears, by the heels, or any other way you can manage it.Mark Twain
(Because if you aren't thinking about your troubles, you can't worry about them. It's a fact... you can only think about one thing at a time.)
Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but it gets you nowhere.
Glenn Turner
(That rocking chair should only be used to sit on a porch and watch the world go by. It should be somewhere you go every day to unwind.)
Have Someone To Talk To
My Mom is visiting this week and you have no idea just how nice it is to talk to your Mom when things are bothering you. I don't think that there is anyone quite like your Mom to put everything into perspective!
Trust me...
This week's poll
Don't Assume Anything
Chances are that you might get it wrong. This is especially the case when you move into a new neighbourhood. You automatically assume that you aren't going to fit in. Friendships have all been made and there will be no room for you. Sound familar?? Why worry about something that hasn't happened yet?
Happiness Now
Happiness Now! 8-CD Set: Timeless Wisdom for Feeling Good FAST
Amazon Price: $30.36 (as of 12/09/2009)
I have the book and the CD and each time I listen to it, I come away a little happier with my life. Tons of strategies to help you get a handle on your worry!
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A Worrier's Worst Bad Habit
Don't jump to conclusions! Sounds too simple doesn't it, but people who worry ALWAYS jump to the worst possible conclusion.
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"Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy.
Leo Buscaglia"
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How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
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The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety: A Guide to Breaking Free from Anxiety, Phobias, and Worry Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by John P. Forsyth, Georg H. Eifert
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Good Worry
Yes, there is such a thing as good worry. It's the kind of worry that sends you to dealership to have your car checked over on a regular basis! This kind of worry is called productive worry!
How to use your Worry Beads
Am I the Only One Worrying Today??
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- Dragonpiece
- Ok I am making my first blog post for the One Piece blog and @mikeydpirate I will be following the viz manga on this blog so don't worry-
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- mountainshade1
- @PearlRose86 Don't worry, I'm still compos mentis. :D
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- brokerz_forex
- RT @Anttoony - Don't know anything about FOREX?Don't Worry!These guys are being around long enough to prove their QUALITIES! http://brok...
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- padfootcullen
- @cathydianne haha dont worry about it lovie! im about to PM you! <3
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- Phenomwmn65
- @allison6071 don't worry we will have over for the holidays and shyt so u won't b so alone and sad
Worry Beads to the Rescue
Apparently,the komboloi becomes a part of you, relaxes you, draws out your negative energy and replenishes it with strong positive energy. I can see how they could have a soothing effect. Keeps your hands busy and your mind occupied.Available at Efosjewelry
Any Words of Advice?
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- Oosquid Oosquid Mar 15, 2009 @ 10:35 am
- A great lens with a very important message. We all do worry too much, at least I do. It's a life long habit, if i wasn't worried . . . I'd be worried :0) 5 stars.
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- qlcoach qlcoach Aug 2, 2008 @ 10:33 am
- Beautifully crafted lense. You know about the power of Squidoo! Too many people are suffering from panic and anxiety disorders. Thank you for sharing this lense. Please see how I am trying to help others too: http://www.squidoo.com/ebyway
Gary Eby, author and therapist
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- thrivingmom thrivingmom Jul 22, 2008 @ 10:46 am
- After visiting your lens again, I've lensrolled it to Feel Great Today, My Road to Self Improvement, and Facial Exercises. I've also joined your fan club so I can see your future squid casts. Thanks for the info.
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- thrivingmom thrivingmom Jul 22, 2008 @ 10:46 am
- After visiting your lens again, I've lensrolled it to Feel Great Today, My Road to Self Improvement, and Facial Exercises. I've also joined your fan club so I can see your future squid casts. Thanks for the info.
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- thrivingmom thrivingmom Jul 3, 2008 @ 10:43 pm
- I enjoyed your lens. I lensrolled it on my site The Secret is Out.
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Listen to the Ocean
I have this series of Cds that feature nature sounds. If I can slow myself down enough to get in a few minutes of meditation, I will put on the cd and listen to the waves. It's amazingly relaxing and as the waves are drawn back out, my stress goes out with it. All is right with the world.
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook (New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook)
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook (New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook)
Amazon Price: $14.93 (as of 12/09/2009)
I love the workbook style. Simply reading about the topic will only go so far... you have to get right into the "meat" of the subject!
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