I had insomnia for years. YEARS. It had it’s benefits, but then was often filled with challenges that I sometimes wondered if I’d ever escape.

It took concerted effort to find what would work, for sure. But during the process I also discovered an unconventional thing that helps put me to sleep. Every. Time. It’s remarkable!

Do you have one? Do you need one? A technique, a tactic, a sleep inducer?

Well, let’s see if any of these help. Or at least help you towards finding your own.

This turned into part one of what is going to be a series on unconventional sleep tips: Beginning with the 10-3-2-1-0.

Glad you’re here! (Get some rest!)

C

I think it can be really fun to travel to a new place for a specific reason. You automatically have something to do!

If you like movies, nature, and traveling, have we got a show for you! Lol

Thanks for hanging out again. I never stop appreciating it,

C :)

Feeling insecure sometimes? (Or all the time??)

Listen on.

I’m so glad you’re here,

C

Sitting at a desk or staring down at your phone for hours on end can tighten your body and decrease your mobility! Yikes :/

You may have even felt discomfort in your hands, wrists, neck, back, legs, etc. I’m not a medical professional or trainer, but a trainer came up with the exercises we’re talking about today.

Make sure you consult who you need to before trying any of these or starting a new physical regimen of any kind.


Also, if it will help to see someone doing these movements, click here:

https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/...


And if you’d like to read today’s poem, click here:

https://www.instagram.com/p/C4...


So pleased you’re here! Take a few moments out of today to take care of yourself,

C :)

Surprise!

I prerecorded today's episode, as I do occasionally for various reasons. That is not the surprise.

For the first time ever once it was recorded, I FORGOT to upload and schedule the episode. Yikes! I'm still a bit dumbfounded-

I had several other things on my mind and this key detail just eluded me.

Unfortunately by the time I realized my oversight, I no longer had timely physical access to the file, meaning I wasn't going to be able to upload it before its regular air time.

Fortunately, I keep an audio backup of every show, and I did have access to that! So I did a quick edit and that is what you are listening to today. Boy, am I grateful :)

You may notice a slight difference in the volume or production value, and you probably will notice that the little music cue that I usually play before Poetry Time is missing. Other than that, it should be business as usual!

Thanks SO MUCH for your patience and understanding. I'm probably still chuckling to myself about all this lol, but I'm also thrilled that the issue was able to be resolved ahead of the broadcast and with only a moderate amount of hassle ;)

(I really do love technology.)

Have an incredible weekend!

C

I had an entirely different topic planned for today but, as sometimes happens, I felt led to pivot to another topic.

It works well; I’ve been meaning to talk about this for awhile anyway. It can be a challenging concept, but it’s so worth it to delve into.

How can you show more love and support, compassion if you will, to members of the neurodivergent community? We’re getting tips from an expert clinician to learn how to start. (Or continue!)

Thanks tons for being here. I deeply appreciate it,

C

Encouragement is back! Come and bolster yourself today.

I’m glad you’re here,

C