Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal
My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou
Tag: Health
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Although we don’t know what’s to come in the upcoming weeks, I think Thursday and Friday were thus far, two of the worst grocery shopping days that I ever experienced. I felt compelled to write to encourage you to stay healthy during this unprecedented time. A time when a serious virus is impacting our country…
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Vic’s metal cane sways from right to left when he walks. Slightly hunched over, he creates a rhythm with a periodic pause but confidently steps forward along the busy paved trail. There is no doubt in my mind that Vic is enjoying his morning stroll. Although I walked passed Vic once, I could not bring…
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I have lived in Georgia for a little over a year now and have visited more parks than I did in my entire life in the Garden State for over 50 years. How does that happen? A friend said it best, “A Change in location can equal a change in mind.” -NCH Never did I…
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The recent purchase of a gorgeous fern got me to thinking about the environmental wellness in my home. Environmental wellness (EW) supports and promotes healthy living. It is the quality of the habitat at home, school, the community, and pretty much every space you encounter. The way you interact with nature and the personal environment can…
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The concept of total wellness recognizes that our every thought, word and behavior affects our greater health and well-being. And we, in turn are affected not only emotionally but also physically and spiritually. -Greg Anderson While ironing a shirt for work (do people still iron?) you mentally drift. The tip of the iron touches your…
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“Grandchildren complete life’s circle of love.” For the fall semester, my 14-year-old has a freshman health class. Tailor’s class is learning about the harmful effects of smoking cigarettes. Nothing is more convincing than graphic images that show the deterioration of the human body. After dinner today he knocked on his grandmom’s bedroom door. “Grandmom, can I…
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