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New neuroscience reveals 3 rituals that will make you happy

September 29, 2022
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UCLA neuroscience researcher Alex Korb has some insights that can create an upward spiral of happiness in your life.

Here’s what you and I can learn from the people who really have answers:

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Tags: achievement, emotions, gratitude, happy, mindfulness, reduce worry and anxiety, rituals

Gratitude is the Attitude

April 18, 2022
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A wise woman once told me:

“When you wake up in the morning — before you get out of bed — think of 5 (or 10!) things that you’re really grateful for.”

(I think 10 is a bit of a stretch.)

That simple advice, changed my attitude. And my life.

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Tags: attitude, caring, compassion, dedication, encouragement, generosity, gratitude, sensitive, strength, support

12 Recipes For Happiness — Even If You Have Epilepsy!

March 29, 2022
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“No one is in control of your happiness but you; therefore you have the power to change anything about yourself or your life that you want to change.” — Barbara de Angelis

We all know that epilepsy is no day at the beach. You may feel depression, anxiety, fear, isolation, anger, or a whole host of other things, too may to mention.

But, if you dig deep into yourself, perhaps there’s a few things you can do to relieve those feelings.

Here are some ideas…

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Tags: dream, EEGs, Epilepsy, equalizing brain waves, gratitude, happiness, laugh, music, positive thinking, read, self-esteem, socialize, soothe tension, talk

New Neuroscience Reveals 3 Rituals That Will Make You Happy…

August 9, 2021
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UCLA neuroscience researcher Alex Korb has some insights that can create an upward spiral of happiness in your life.

Here’s what you and I can learn from the people who really have answers:

Posted in Epilepsy, Tips
Tags: achievement, emotions, goal, gratitude, happy, interconnected, mindfulness, reduce worry and anxiety, rituals

Gratitude is the Attitude

November 26, 2020
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We have so much to be grateful for, especially me:

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Tags: advice, attitude, caring, compassion, dedication, encouragement, gratitude, sensitive, share, smart, support, wise

Gratitude is the Attitude

July 28, 2019
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A wise woman once told me:

“When you wake up in the morning — before you get out of bed — think of 5 (or 10!) things that you’re really grateful for.”

(I think 10 is a bit of a stretch.)

That simple advice, changed my attitude. And my life.

Posted in Epilepsy
Tags: attitude, caring, compassion, dedication, encouragement, generosity, gratitude, sensitive, strength, support

Gratitude is the Attitude…

November 21, 2018
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Sometimes, I get into a funk so bad that it’s like a black hole.

Until I remember the safety ladder that I always carry in my pocket.

I think of at least five things I’m grateful for.

Or if I’m down there awhile, I stretch it to ten.

Here are the top five on my gratitude list:

Posted in Epilepsy, Tips
Tags: attitude, deep funk, Epilepsy, gratitude, safety ladder

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Phylis Feiner Johnson

I've been a professional copywriter for over 35 years. I also had epilepsy for decades. My mission is advocacy; to increase education, awareness and funding for epilepsy research. Together, we can make a huge difference. If not changing the world, at least helping each other, with wisdom, compassion and sharing.

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