Chocolates and Tissues

    A blog about mental health, finding joy, and living life to its fullest.

    Tag: joy

    • Happy Valentine’s Day?

      As you celebrate this day of love please take a moment to think of those who are not so happy on Valentine’s Day. For some people, this is a very sad and lonely time. They could have recently lost their partner, never had a partner, or longed for a partner. Holidays are not enjoyable for…

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    • It’s Christmas Eve

      I think Christmas Eve is my favorite day of the year. As a child, I loved the anticipation that Dec. 24 brought to my house. At my house, I remember doing fun things during the day—playing outside in the snow, making a batch of sugar cookies, and turning on the outside Christmas lights. In those…

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    • Transitions

      Life events. Situations that make us stronger. Things that are difficult. Growth. Good things. Endings. New beginnings. These all lead to transitions. Yesterday I attended the pinning ceremony for my 4th semester nursing students. Today was graduation. I love going to pinning because it is such a big celebration of the journey towards becoming a…

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    • I Believe

      I just made these worry stones for my senior students, as a reminder to take a moment to believe in themselves as they venture out into the world of nursing. Each stone will be packaged in their own little bag and plan to hand them out in class tomorrow. I love the word “believe.” I…

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    • Giving to Others

      At the end it’s not about what you have or even what you’ve accomplished. It’s about who you’ve lifted up, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you’ve given back. – Denzel Washington graciousquotes.com It feels great to be able to make something for my students once again. Giving to others feels really good. My…

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