A Nature's Path

When it is time to take a break,  take a well earned break The next task on the list can but wait It is way past the time so don't be late Be that person who goes for that well earned lunch The task won't be gone so don't have a hunch It is way too late to be eating past 2, Sit back and eat that lunch, for it is long due.   Take in the flavours of the lunch that was ready At past mid day when queues lined the streets  waiting for their lunch to eat,  not to gulp down so take good heed (Lunch is to be eaten, digested and be the day's creed). Don't speed off with a mouthful of lunch, Sit back and eat slowly, get a drink and relax Time can wait until lunch has been eaten Be that sensible person who takes that well earned break,  not beaten, (c) nature thoughts nw Inspired by the Greeting card designed by Tihara Smith of tiharasmith.com Tihara's nice message reflects the Greeting's card message too and that is Give Yourself A Break. The Museum of London has an e...

Daily thought: (via mrwallpaper.com)   Reflections on the river, by a river ledge is probably one of the best ways to spend the day. Reflections on the River   Reflection in the River Sow (Victoria Park Photo)   Reflections by the River   Narcissus (mythology)   Forest River Forums                  

Daily thought: (via http://www.boredpanda.com/autumn-photography-2014) Think of at least one way to contribute to your personal wellbeing. 5 Ways to wellbeing Wellbeing - Steps for Stress: A Simple Guide to Stressing Less and Enjoying Life More 10 Keys to Happier Living

Daily thought: (c) Nature Thoughts NW So when I think of the sun shining in autumn/wintery months I think of that song, by Aha (or a-ha), The Sun Always Shines On TV     10 Ways To Make Your Own Damn Sunshine   19 Signs You Really Need Some Sunshine In Your Life   7 Things You Should Keep In Mind to Bring Sunshine In Your Life Every Day 15 Reasons Why The Sun Is Good For You   12 Ways To Practice Positivity - Bring Loads Of Sunshine in Your Life                  

Daily thought: (via wallpaperup.com) A glimmer of hope in the distance. Some times that glimmer into a brighter moment, isn't inevitable. Glimmer of Hope "Little slithers of light in the darkness"   Glimmer Of Hope Quotes   Famous Quotes About A Glimmer Of Hope          

Daily thought: Cafe Terrace at Night by Vincent Van Gogh via sharpmag.wordpress.com Je suis en terrasse - I am at the cafe (terrace). A cafe is one of the places that helps a person reflect and feel good inside. 20 Reasons Why Creative People Like to Go to Cafes to Work Study Finds More Evidence Coffee Can Be a Life-Saver Why You Should Work From A Coffee Shop, Even When You Have An Office

Daily thought: (photo by Cory Rumple for Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation) Crossing the roads, strangely enough, can be a 'cross road' and a major one if caution isn't taken!!   Life's Crossroads:  How To Thrive in Times of Change     Are You At A Crossroads In Your Life?  It Means More Than You Realize     Crossroads: Making Life Changing Decisions     Thinkexist   Inspirational Quotes                  

Daily thought:  (via https://www.pinterest.com/sandrareinhardt/quotes) Today, breathe in the autumn air and look around you. See why autumn colours are used in nature photography, paintings and poetry! Autumn colours give us a reason to believe nature helps us the way it knows how to! Below are some awesome free autumn screensavers: Free autumn screensavers New Free Screensavers   Free Fall Wallpapers and Backgrounds Autumn Wallpapers   Free Mobile Wallpapers - Autumn

Daily thought: (via quotesgram.com) 15 - 20 minutes in the open air is like 'a breath of fresh air'. Breathe in the October air and feel how de-stressing this is! For an autumn break,  Where to go on holiday in October . Some of the places mentioned, are: Turkey, North Cyprus, Puglia, Italy, Malta, Corfu, Morocco, Cairo, Dubrovnik, Florence, etc. Follow the de-stressing breathing technique in post: http://anaturespath.blogspot.com/2015/10/motivational-words.html

Daily thought: (via commentsmeme.com) List all the changes that have happened in the past few weeks. Are they ones that have made you feel relaxed or stressed? At the end of the week, relax, listen to some relaxation music and do some exercises and the breathing technique: Follow the de-stressing breathing technique in post: http://anaturespath.blogspot.com/2015/10/motivational-words.html Below is an example of a diary record to list all these changes. W/E 4 Oct 15 Changes noticed and in brackets note if they change made you feel relaxed or stressed. MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT SUN W/E 11 Oct 15 Changes noticed and in brackets note if they change made you feel relaxed or stressed. MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT SUN W/E 18 Oct 15 Changes noticed and in brackets note if they change made you feel relaxed or stressed. MON TUES WE...

Daily thought: (c) Nature Thoughts NW Think of a time the song below, reminds you of: Autumn Leaves or Les Feuilles Mortes (Translated from French as 'the dead leaves') is a well known French song, first recorded in 1945. Here's the original version by Yves Montand: The story behind Autumn Leaves can be found at: http://www.frenchmoments.eu/autumn-leaves-the-story-of-the-song Nat King Cole's version: Eric Clapton's version: Follow the de-stressing breathing technique in post: http://anaturespath.blogspot.com/2015/10/motivational-words.html

Daily thought: (via weheartit.com) How would you build your own mosaic of colours, today,  to suit your mood? Follow the de-stressing breathing technique in post: http://anaturespath.blogspot.com/2015/10/motivational-words.html You build a mosaic of colours and using the mood ring chart, below, you can see what mood you're in today. (via jewelry.lovetoknow.com)

Daily thought: It took me a good 1 hour to upload this image but as the saying goes, 'patience is a virtue'. How many times today have you waited patiently for something to get done? Follow the de-stressing breathing technique in post: http://anaturespath.blogspot.com/2015/10/motivational-words.html

Daily thought: (via s3.amazonaws.com) Think of one thing today that you felt good about. It could even just be a person who smiled at you today. Daily de-stressing exercise: Start with a 50 second - 1 minute breathing exercise that you should try to do first thing in the morning. Breathe in slowly (count up to 5 seconds) Hold breath for 1 - 5 seconds Breathe out slowly through the mouth for a duration of 1 - 5 seconds Continue this exercise 5 times (try up to 50 times to increase the length of time you do this exercise) Then relax. (Repeat daily)

                                                             (photo via en.wikipedia.org) Daily thought: In all things of nature there is something of marvelous.                                                                                     - Aristotle There is so much beauty to see in nature that we need more than a day to appreciate it. Take the waterfall in the photograph.  It beautifully portrays the graceful waterfall in its surroundings. Breathing techniques: Start with a 50 second - 1 minute breathing exercise that you should try to do first thing in the morning. Breathe in slowly (count...

Daily thought: Think of one moment today that made you feel good. Daily de-stressing exercise: Start with a 50 second - 1 minute breathing exercise that you should try to do first thing in the morning. Breathe in slowly (count up to 5 seconds) Hold breath for 1 - 5 seconds Breathe out slowly through the mouth for a duration of 1 - 5 seconds Continue this exercise 5 times (try up to 10 times to increase the length of time you do this exercise) Then relax. (Repeat daily)

(photo via go-grafix.com) Daily thought:  Picture yourself on the beach, above, sit back and relax.   Take a deep breath and do the de-stressing exercise, below: Daily de-stressing exercise: Start with a 50 second - 1 minute breathing exercise that you should try to do first thing in the morning. Breathe in slowly (count up to 5 seconds) Hold breath for 1 - 5 seconds Breathe out slowly through the mouth for a duration of 1 - 5 seconds Continue this exercise 5 times (try up to 10 times to increase the length of time you do this exercise) Then relax. (Repeat daily)