Worth Sharing Vol. 4

Hello 2021. It’s January. Here’s what’s up: Rest, dream and stay behind the scenes and recenter.

Here’s 5 links worth sharing. Mindful reinforcements from around the web.

Do you know about notes from your therapist? Speaking of Instagram, unfollow anyone that makes you feel bad about yourself. I gave my IG an overhaul and it’s a much better experience, maybe even empowering and interesting.

Last year I discovered that you can take free classes from Yale University. I took The Science of Well-Being taught by Dr. Laurie Santos. It is Yale’s most popular class ever. For good reason. It’s an approachable class with just enough science to make it a fascinating revealing delve into what makes us happy and what doesn’t - and more importantly, what brings lasting life satisfaction. It shows us the power of our own brains over our well-being.

I think some books are just better when they’re read to us. Such is the case with How to Be a Good Creature. The author reads it like we’re all gathered around for story time. I like that. If you like to learn from animals and love animals more than people you’ll enjoy this audio book. I listened to it for free on the Libby App. You know about Libby right?

The brain is mysterious, malleable, constantly changing and up for new challenges no matter your age. Check out this podcast episode to feel in awe of the three pound mass that sits between your ears. It’s Neuroscience for regular folks like you and I. Hot tip, to keep your brain sharp learn a new thing. Suck at something new. It’s good for you.

I’ll leave you with this new mural painted by artist, Naomi Haverland. She was asked to paint something that would convey “diversity and empowerment.” After a few brainstorming sessions, Haverland proposed a magnificent tiger whose roar released a waterfall of flowers and sequins. Seems fitting for 2021.

“I created the image of the tiger roaring flowers because I liked the idea of combining an image of something fierce and powerful with an image of something delicate and beautiful.” - Naomi Haverland