3/29
Daily Affirmation:
“I will focus on what I love to get me through this”
Good morning friends,
Think of two things that you love. Write them down on a piece of paper (this will help sink it into your mind) and read them out loud. Keep this paper out to remind you throughout your day.
It is important if we feel negative thoughts creeping in our minds to STOP the thought and replace it with a positive one. Take a deep breath and say, “I will focus on what I love to get me through this.”
3/28
Daily Affirmation:
“Self-Care is not selfish. I cannot serve from an empty vessel.”
Why is self-care so important? An important reminder to students from Stanford University:
“Prioritizing our own needs isn’t always an easy thing to do. And focusing on self-care can be especially challenging for students, as day-to-day rhythms are oftentimes flooded with too much to do and not enough time. But self-care for students is crucially important—we must slow down as frequently as necessary and pay attention to our individual needs in order to be our best selves.” (Kirst, 2017)
Take the time to meet these basic needs:
Headspace → Guided meditations on subjects like focus, exercise, and sleep; daily meditation topics; “SOS” sessions for panic and anxiety; option to buddy up with friends and meditate together
Simple Habit: Meditation App → Wellness and sleep recommendations by psychologists, therapists, and mental health experts
Motivation - Daily quotes → Quotes to help you get through difficult times or just if you need some inspiration; customizing options
3/27
Daily Affirmation:
Today I will not stress over things I cannot control.
3/26
Daily Affirmation:
I am beautiful and see beauty in everything
Positive Outlook
Most of us that follow sports are familiar with the story of the injured athlete that returns from their long absence and performs better than ever. With the increase in downtime with the outside world cut off, it gives us time to look inward and work on ourselves. This is a unique time that we can work on ourselves so that when the world re-opens, we can be better and be our best selves. This will help us have a more fulfilling and joyful life.
A few ideas to work on your inwards self while the outside world is gone
3/25
“Let us touch the dying, the poor, the lonely and the
unwanted according to the graces we have received and let us not be ashamed or slow to do the humble work.” Mother Teresa In the coming days and weeks, you will receive daily affirmations and tools each morning to try to lift the heavy and somber mood hanging over the world.
Historical Outlook
Since the turn of the Millenium, there have been many epidemics and outbreaks, among them, are West Nile Disease, SARS, MERS, Ebola, H1N1, and many more. In any other time in history, each of these outbreaks could have resulted in the sort of lockdowns we are seeing now. As difficult a time as it can be right now and as easy as it is to put blame on others, we should remember that we have been very fortunate compared to any historical measure. The last large lockdown in the US was in the 1950's, that’s 70 years. That’s pretty good. Maybe next time, we’ll be able to make it 80 years.
Positive Outlook
The affirmation from yesterday is today’s positive outlook.
No matter what changes, I remain calm and centered.
Friends,
This morning take a deep breath, think of two things you are grateful for. Write these two things down so they are further solidified. During this time of uncertainty and stress, say to yourself. No matter what changes, I remain calm and centered. This is your affirmation for the day. When stress or doubt enters your mind, repeat it. :)
Stay safe
3/24
Adversity has ever been considered the state in which a man most easily becomes acquainted with himself.
-Samual Johnson
In the coming days and weeks, you will receive daily affirmations and tools each morning to try to lift the heavy and somber mood hanging over the world.Friends, This morning take a deep breath, think of two things you are grateful for. Write these two things down so they are further solidified. During this time of uncertainty and stress, say to yourself. No matter what changes, I remain calm and centered. This is your affirmation for the day. When stress or doubt enters your mind, repeat it. :)
Stay healthy everyone!
3/23
"I am the creator of my life. My past doesn't predict my future."
In the coming days and weeks, you will receive daily affirmations and tools each morning to try to lift the heavy and somber mood hanging over the world.
Historical Outlook
Building the Panama Canal failed twice due to epidemics of Yellow Fever, Dengue Fever, and Malaria that killed tens of thousands of workers. At this point, no one knew the source of these infections and as such were incapable of fighting it. Then came Colonel Gorgas. He used his experience and expertise and meticulous attention to detail to prove to the world that these viruses were transmitted by mosquitos. With tireless work, he eradicated these mosquitos from the canal zone and construction continued. He gave a world a model so that in the following 100 years, Yellow Fever, Dengue Fever, and Malaria are on a march toward eradication.
Currently, we are asked to pay attention to small details to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Let's follow Colonel Gargas's example and even when it's hard, unpopular, and tiring, remember our role in history.
Positive Outlook
One of the largest sacrifices working professionals and students have to make is to be apart from their families for long periods of time. It's common for parents to miss mile-stones of their young ones, or to go long periods of time without calling the elders of the family. Sacrificing one's family has only happened in the last few decades. This is a time to find that love within us that has driven people to do miraculous things in the past and makes a life worth living. During these weeks of home time, see if these relationships can be rekindled. Over the next weeks, let's see how fulfilling and strong these relationships can become, these relationships that were on life support when the pandemic began. Maybe, they can develop to the point where the enormous cost of this pandemic will seem cheap in retrospect.
Tools to help
- Pull out those old board games to play within your household, or download a game app that can have teams. Invite your friends and family to play virtually.
- Make a list of friends of family and put dates next to the last time you talked with them. Give them a call.
- Read the history of the Panama Canal, "The Path Between The Seas," is excellent.
- Get your kids some chalk and decorate the concrete around your house.
Daily Affirmation:
“I will focus on what I love to get me through this”
Good morning friends,
Think of two things that you love. Write them down on a piece of paper (this will help sink it into your mind) and read them out loud. Keep this paper out to remind you throughout your day.
It is important if we feel negative thoughts creeping in our minds to STOP the thought and replace it with a positive one. Take a deep breath and say, “I will focus on what I love to get me through this.”
3/28
Daily Affirmation:
“Self-Care is not selfish. I cannot serve from an empty vessel.”
Why is self-care so important? An important reminder to students from Stanford University:
“Prioritizing our own needs isn’t always an easy thing to do. And focusing on self-care can be especially challenging for students, as day-to-day rhythms are oftentimes flooded with too much to do and not enough time. But self-care for students is crucially important—we must slow down as frequently as necessary and pay attention to our individual needs in order to be our best selves.” (Kirst, 2017)
Take the time to meet these basic needs:
- Get enough sleep (6-8 hours recommended)
- Eat enough food and drink enough water (6-8 oz of water daily)
- Exercise, when you can (Runner’s high is a thing!!)
- Do not forget about personal hygiene
- Give yourself a break: go on a walk or even close your eyes for a few minutes
- Remove distractions, consider low-stimulus environments
- Put yourself in a new scenery (once this is allowed)
- Do something that makes you happy that does not have to do with school or work!
Headspace → Guided meditations on subjects like focus, exercise, and sleep; daily meditation topics; “SOS” sessions for panic and anxiety; option to buddy up with friends and meditate together
Simple Habit: Meditation App → Wellness and sleep recommendations by psychologists, therapists, and mental health experts
Motivation - Daily quotes → Quotes to help you get through difficult times or just if you need some inspiration; customizing options
3/27
Daily Affirmation:
Today I will not stress over things I cannot control.
- “6 Ways to Stop Stressing About Things You Can’t Control”
- Determine what you can control.
- Identify your fears.
- Concentrate on your influence.
- Differentiate between ruminating and problem-solving.
- Create a stress management plan.
- Develop healthy affirmations.
- For full Forbes Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/amymorin/2017/05/13/6-ways-to-stop-stressing-about-things-you-cant-control/#473d84bd30db
3/26
Daily Affirmation:
I am beautiful and see beauty in everything
Positive Outlook
Most of us that follow sports are familiar with the story of the injured athlete that returns from their long absence and performs better than ever. With the increase in downtime with the outside world cut off, it gives us time to look inward and work on ourselves. This is a unique time that we can work on ourselves so that when the world re-opens, we can be better and be our best selves. This will help us have a more fulfilling and joyful life.
A few ideas to work on your inwards self while the outside world is gone
- Learn to meditate (use the affirmations that are included in these emails if you’d like)
- Read, read, read
- Take time to review what motivates you when outside forces aren’t telling you want to do (best to do this during meditation)
- Reconnect with loved ones that are likely sitting at home.
- Catch up on sleep
- Review or make goals so when the world re-opens, you have direction from within.
3/25
“Let us touch the dying, the poor, the lonely and the
unwanted according to the graces we have received and let us not be ashamed or slow to do the humble work.” Mother Teresa In the coming days and weeks, you will receive daily affirmations and tools each morning to try to lift the heavy and somber mood hanging over the world.
Historical Outlook
Since the turn of the Millenium, there have been many epidemics and outbreaks, among them, are West Nile Disease, SARS, MERS, Ebola, H1N1, and many more. In any other time in history, each of these outbreaks could have resulted in the sort of lockdowns we are seeing now. As difficult a time as it can be right now and as easy as it is to put blame on others, we should remember that we have been very fortunate compared to any historical measure. The last large lockdown in the US was in the 1950's, that’s 70 years. That’s pretty good. Maybe next time, we’ll be able to make it 80 years.
Positive Outlook
The affirmation from yesterday is today’s positive outlook.
No matter what changes, I remain calm and centered.
Friends,
This morning take a deep breath, think of two things you are grateful for. Write these two things down so they are further solidified. During this time of uncertainty and stress, say to yourself. No matter what changes, I remain calm and centered. This is your affirmation for the day. When stress or doubt enters your mind, repeat it. :)
Stay safe
3/24
Adversity has ever been considered the state in which a man most easily becomes acquainted with himself.
-Samual Johnson
In the coming days and weeks, you will receive daily affirmations and tools each morning to try to lift the heavy and somber mood hanging over the world.Friends, This morning take a deep breath, think of two things you are grateful for. Write these two things down so they are further solidified. During this time of uncertainty and stress, say to yourself. No matter what changes, I remain calm and centered. This is your affirmation for the day. When stress or doubt enters your mind, repeat it. :)
Stay healthy everyone!
3/23
"I am the creator of my life. My past doesn't predict my future."
In the coming days and weeks, you will receive daily affirmations and tools each morning to try to lift the heavy and somber mood hanging over the world.
Historical Outlook
Building the Panama Canal failed twice due to epidemics of Yellow Fever, Dengue Fever, and Malaria that killed tens of thousands of workers. At this point, no one knew the source of these infections and as such were incapable of fighting it. Then came Colonel Gorgas. He used his experience and expertise and meticulous attention to detail to prove to the world that these viruses were transmitted by mosquitos. With tireless work, he eradicated these mosquitos from the canal zone and construction continued. He gave a world a model so that in the following 100 years, Yellow Fever, Dengue Fever, and Malaria are on a march toward eradication.
Currently, we are asked to pay attention to small details to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Let's follow Colonel Gargas's example and even when it's hard, unpopular, and tiring, remember our role in history.
Positive Outlook
One of the largest sacrifices working professionals and students have to make is to be apart from their families for long periods of time. It's common for parents to miss mile-stones of their young ones, or to go long periods of time without calling the elders of the family. Sacrificing one's family has only happened in the last few decades. This is a time to find that love within us that has driven people to do miraculous things in the past and makes a life worth living. During these weeks of home time, see if these relationships can be rekindled. Over the next weeks, let's see how fulfilling and strong these relationships can become, these relationships that were on life support when the pandemic began. Maybe, they can develop to the point where the enormous cost of this pandemic will seem cheap in retrospect.
Tools to help
- Pull out those old board games to play within your household, or download a game app that can have teams. Invite your friends and family to play virtually.
- Make a list of friends of family and put dates next to the last time you talked with them. Give them a call.
- Read the history of the Panama Canal, "The Path Between The Seas," is excellent.
- Get your kids some chalk and decorate the concrete around your house.
