Still Water Moments: Recent Episodes
Ashley Keene
To the Health Care Professionals: You are not alone. Take care of you. We must make it to the other side of whatever our ”this” is okay. We deserve as many still water environments (spaces of belonging and rest) as we have and can get.
In this episode Ashley discusses the benefits of taking a break. Work to ensure that your break isn't optional. It is essential in the prevention of burn out.
How to take a break from work
Taking a break from work
Today Ashley prays that God will renew your mind, and change your perspective where needed, so that you can maintain a right attitude.
And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.
Phil 4:8
Maintaining a positive attitude isn't always an easy feat. This week Ashley discusses the importance of maintaining a right attitude, some benefits on and off the job and tips to maintaining said attitude.
To the health care professional - you deserve as many still water moments (places of belonging and rest) as you have, and can get.
Mayo Clinic Post:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/positive-thinking/art-20043950
Be grateful today that Jesus cares about every facet of your being. You are His workmanship. A masterpiece.
We praise the Lord today that down to our very skin, was never an afterthought.
Prayer by: Leah McKay
This week I am joined by Leah McKay, as we discuss the importance of skin care. As HCPs maintaining infection control protocols, also damages the skin. How can you maintain the standard, while maintaining healthy skin, Leah has some great tips.
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Catch up with Leah on Instagram:
@haelwellnessinc
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@mother2mothercanada
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@_treatyourselfsweets
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I pray that the Lord Jesus continues to bless you, as you grow, discover and rediscover you!
Grace and Peace- Ashley
Bet you didn't realize how important having a hobby is? This week Ashley encourages you to discover you, by taking the time to discover the things you love. Self-discovery is a life long journey because with each passing second we change. At this very moment, you are already not who you were yesterday. Trying new activities, and rediscovery old hobbies, brings such happiness, and wonder. Those moments are not to be merely the cherry on top of a decadent life you rarely give yourselves the chance to enjoy, but a main ingredient in living a full life. Enjoy this episode!
Jesus is always available to hear our what is on our minds, for which I am grateful. Be grateful for your the friendships you have that nourish your soul and empower you to live boldly. Have a blessed day!
This week Ashley talks about venting, and how it can help decrease stress levels. She says venting but what she is really trying to say it- you need healthy community.
Take a listen to find out how talking can be a tool to help calm you.
It's the official, official episode 1 of the SWM Podcast!
I bet you didn't realize how important breathing is! Laugh out loud With that little chuckle, you just took a necessary breath. Today Ashley shares on the importance of breathing, and its value its as a tool in managing stress and anxiety levels. Take the time to enjoy the breathing exercise, and try to incorporate a tip she shares in your routine.
Links to breathing exercises:
PowerPoint Presentation (berkeley.edu)
Breathing Exercises | American Lung Association
I feel like this song goes perfectly with the episode:
Breathe (feat. Chandler Moore, Jonathan McReynolds & DOE) | Maverick City Music - YouTube
It's a miracle that we can breathe! I hope this prayer, encourages you heart. I pray you receive strength, and take the time to enjoy the miracle of breathing.
This is a beautiful song:
Breathe (feat. Chandler Moore, Jonathan McReynolds & DOE) | Maverick City Music - YouTube
What should you expect from this podcast? Why the name Still Water Moments? Who is Ashley?
These and other questions, are what Ashley will answer in the introduction episode of Still Water Moments. Get a glimpse of what this podcast has to offer.
Still Water Moments is not limited to but caters to health care professionals. It will serve as a reminder to HCPs to take care of themselves, they aren't alone and to thrive.
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