Cyndi Sabo-Cook
I am an English Instructor living in England. I study Shakespeare and the Renaissance. I live with my English husband, David, and our dog, Hope and our cat, Purdy. I am a dual citizen UK and USA
Location I live in Glasshouses, North Yorkshire, England
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
This is a great ppt!! Thank you! I love our indoor plants.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Hello, I live in North Yorkshire, England (think James Herriot country). We have several indoor plants! I would have more but our bungalow is only 600 sq ft. :) We also have a wonderful front and back gardens as well as a plot at our local allotment. We love gardening. We have given away several plants because we just don't have room for them after they reach...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Nature is definitely worth conserving! Without nature, we have no world. Animals and insects, flowers and birds, were all here before we were and we have a duty to protect it all. I am not sure it is an either/or. Both arguments have their merit, but I also feel that we need to protect Earth and the environment simply because we have gotten so much and need to...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Hello, My name is Cyndi. I live in North Yorkshire, England. I am always interested in animal conservation and environmental activism which ties in my with druidry. I am looking forward to this course!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
This is the sad part when the moderators don't respond to any comments.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Thank you for this quick glimpse into the history of York.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I've really enjoyed learning about York. It is a city I love to visit and would gladly live there given the opportunity. I do admit I knew little of its chocolate history though. I am glad the issue of racism has come to the fore. This stuff cannot and should not be suppressed. We as consumers have the right to know where our stuff comes from whether it is...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I've really enjoyed learning about York. It is a city I love to visit and would gladly live there given the opportunity. I do admit I knew little of its chocolate history though. I am glad the issue of racism has come to the fore. This stuff cannot and should not be suppressed. We as consumers have the right to know where our stuff comes from whether it is...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Sounds like sugar coating or white washing. They sort of accept that the company is racist but not really. Bollocks.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Selling to Nestle is a big mistake. That company cares nothing about anyone. Just look at what has happened in Flint, Michigan. The CEO saying that water is not a right, but a privilege. I do not buy Nestle's products.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Again, people just excuse this behaviour as 'normal'. Says who? How do people NOT see anything wrong with this?
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
One word...disgusting. End of...
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Exploitation is exploitation no matter how nicely we might dress it up. Just another way for a rich White man to exploit those HE considers inferior. Ugh.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Appalling. This Haig person sounds like a horrid person. That said, at least this has come out in the open. It just astounds me how people of ANY time can consider others 'less than'. But then again, look what British people did to the Native Americans in the US. Also the Dutch who kindly brought over blankets with small pox. Ugh...I will end my rant now.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Yes. As I stated previously, we don't always tell the whole truth, especially if it will make the nation look bad. We don't think, ask, or care about where our stuff comes from as long as it is affordable. Who know the suffering that has gone on or still goes on today with this mentality?
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Yes, I do think that countries have a tendency to ignore, downplay, or hide unsavoury dealings from the past. And yes, even today, we do the same thing. I say this as both a UK and US citizen... I see how both countries have done so especially after studying for the Life in the UK Test. Interestingly, I am drinking tea and wearing jeans as I take this week's...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Interesting history here that I did not know! I have shopped at Sainsbury's and Morrisons, along with Next and Marks and Sparks, for years. There is a also a Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust to help low income people with affordable housing. We almost bought a house through the Trust. And unless I am mistaken, the Quaker movement started in England (don't quote...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I really don't know much about Rowntree. I have seen the shop in the photo, but that is about all I can say to this.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I love chocolate! Cocoa Joe's in York is one of the BEST chocolate shops ever! I go there whenever we are in York, which is never often enough. KitKat is okay.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I have really enjoyed this course. I have also learned more helpful information for the class on fairy tales I have been asked to teach. Thank you!!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
In the class I took at uni, Myth, Magic, and Literature, we read Blue Beard out of The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter. It was an eye opener for sure!! I really was not that familiar with the story so it was a shock to read it. Wow.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
For me, this fairy tale has always been about acceptance. No need to change anyone into or out of anything. Belle accepts the Beast as he is. He is not abusive to her. It can however under the wrong circumstances give women the idea that if they just love him enough, he will turn from a beast to a prince. THAT is dangerous.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I think the ending is rather fitting. People seem to get away with such awful behaviour nowadays.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I, personally, think it's great they helped her escape. We do the same for abused wives and women in relationships. Abuse is abuse. Period. And religion, especially Christianity, is or can be especially abusive...I know, my religion was abusive.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I think any youngster should be careful, but girls especially.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I figure she is probably about 12 or 13, not younger, but too much older and the story wouldn't work either.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I have never thought of forests or the untamed natural environment as dangerous. I have always felt at home in these environs. I would love to live in a travelling caravan and just be in the forest.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I've read a version where Riding Hood actually seduces the wolf and the Huntsman kills the wolf.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I was a bit surprised that Little Red Riding Hood was eaten by the wolf. I understand the moral of the story...I just hate wolves being so vilified.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
At first, I think of Disney versions that are all softened up. I have read The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter...that really opened my eyes to what fairy tales REALLY are like.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I have learned online before and I have also taught online classes as well.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Hello,
I live in England (North Yorkshire to be precise). I am a dual citizen--UK and USA. I hold a MA in English--Languages and Literature from NMSU. I have always been fascinated by fairy tales. I took a class as an undergrad at UNM called 'Myth, Magic, and Literature' where we studied these fairy tales. I have also read 'Women Who Run with the Wolves' by... -
Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
What is not to be excited about with the topic of York?! Cannot wait!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Hiya, I live in Glasshouses, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, UK. I've been fascinated by York since the first time we went. This city is just fabulous. I would live there if I could!!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I live fairly close to York and have visited many times. My husband used to work at the York Magistrates Court. We love the city and visit often. Looking forward to learning more!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I live in North Yorkshire, just outside of Harrogate. I often travel to York. I read about this place in one of my druid books and so looked it up and found the course. How exciting! I've not really done any archeology per se before.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
This looks like a fascinating study and it will be great to visit the place in person!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
That was quite lovely.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Blimey! That is an interesting way to dress!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I am looking forward to this week! I sometimes wish I had been able to take my place at the Uni of Stirling for my PhD, but circumstances prevented that from happening.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I have no idea how to use Padlet. I did, however, find my family crest on my mother's side when I was at the Celtic Festival in Albuquerque, NM, USA. I was quite excited to see this!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
This is fascinating. I tried to both read and watch Outlander but I just could not get into it. It never grabbed me, but what a beautiful castle to use as the home!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook replied to John Walker
Duolingo is great for learning Gaelic!!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook replied to Cyndi Sabo-Cook
@SueF Fàilte! Tha mi ceart gu leòr. Tha mi a ’bruidhinn beagan Ghàidhlig. Tha mi ag ionnsachadh cuideachd. (I can't find the accents on my latptop either. :) )
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Thanks for that!!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
The revenge enacted by the Macdonald clan is tragic. Killing innocents who have no say in anything is just unacceptable. These acts are simply the anger of one or a few who feel wronged and therefore manage to vent their anger and frustration on others. Unacceptable.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Interesting as I had no idea there were so many clans. If I remember correctly, 'Mac' means 'son of', yes?
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@GrantYoung Sgoinneil (brilliant)! We would love that! My husband is English so that is why I am here. I love it here. We cannot wait to visit Scotland. (You can always look for me on FB Messenger)
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Tapadh leibh!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I am an American expat living in England, Pateley Bridge North Yorkshire to be exact. I have always been fascinated by the UK. I remember whilst at uni in the US that one of my fellow students came in and played the bagpipes for us. It was mesmerising. I can remember there was a huge Celtic Festival in Albuquerque, NM, USA and when I visited, I saw a huge area...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I wish I had seen this course earlier. I am fascinated by Scotland. I am even learning Scottish Gaelic!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
No, because the exhibit is not based on actual information. I know. I lived in CA near LA and saw many slums and none looked this nice.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Having grown up in CA very near the LA area, I find it interesting that someone from another country would try to depict what a slum looks like. This is actually quite nice compared to the real slums of skid row or South East LA.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Wow. Not at all what I was imagining.
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I agree. I can see Shakespeare using this strategy. Many of his plays are about problems in society and the 'outsider' is one he uses.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
This has always been an unusual play for me. From the first time I read it, I have to remind myself that the Merchant is not Shylock. I 'know' it is Antonio, but it still seems stuck in my mind that it is Shylock. At the Mill Studio in Guildford, we watched a performance of Shylock. It was him talking about his life. It was a fascinating look at the character....
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I never tire of reading about Shakespeare or taking classes devoted to this subject.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Fascinating!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Sounds like a fab group of educators!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I love museums. They offer so much. I could, and have, spent hours wandering around and taking in the exhibits
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I have just found this course and realise the moderators are not looking anymore, but it looks like it will be amazing. I just signed on with a museum (I have left teaching to branch into another field) and I feel I need to really understand as much about museums as I can.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Close reading can be fun and challenging. I had to do it twice in graduate school for two different classes. One was a Shakespearean sonnet and the other was a passage from one of the readings from Mediaeval Women Reading the Bible.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
These are beautiful! I must see if there are any close to Guildford. But then, I really don't mind travelling anywhere in England.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook replied to Maura Dacey
I used to volunteer at my local zoo in Albuquerque, NM when I still lived there. I loved it.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Hi, I am Cyndi and I live in Guildford, England. I am heading back for my PhD in Shakespeare this September so quite excited. This course has always fascinated me and I take it every time it comes around.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I can sometimes spot the signs in myself and my family. My stress levels are very high right now due to a very boring job. I am taking steps to create a better life, but I know that I suffered a depressive bout the other week and it was hard to feel good or motivated.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Hi, My name is Cyndi and I work at Merrist Wood College in Worplesdon, England as a GCSE English tutor.
How successful are you at managing your emotions (and the emotions of others) at work? I am better now that I am older. When I was younger, I would get carried away a lot.How have your emotions helped or hindered you at work? When I was younger, I...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
What are the gems for you from this course? That I can take care of myself and not endure things that are not good for me physically, mentally, or emotionally and that this is okay. To slow down and look around. To eat slowly and enjoy. Be aware. The videos and meditations were great. I really enjoyed them. I am working on daily becoming more aware. This has...
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@PamClark Right? Just who is everyone talking to that is so damn important? The Queen? The PM?
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I remember when I used to sit behind a desk for hours. I would get up and just feel stiff even in my early 20s. Of course, nothing like this was around yet. Now at least as a teacher, I do move around a whole lot more. That helps. These are great tips!!
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Drives me insane to see parents on the bloody phones for a long time when they have kids! Did Haramba not pay the price for a parent's stupid phone use? I am just so tired of seeing it. It is everywhere. It is one thing to post that people are doing something or going somewhere but to have one person on the phone and the other just there...ugh...I am pretty...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I remember as a kid my dad would make me chew my food 20 times. It drove me nuts!! I wanted to go play or whatever. I never really learned to appreciate food. I have practised mindless eating on several occasions (hence the reason I weigh 13st) but I find that I am really starting to slow down and eat mindfully. We eat at the table and we just talk. That has...
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Worry is ever constant for me. I am at least much more aware and can take steps to move away from it knowing it does not help in any way.
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This was very different. Difficult in some ways but healing in another. Just really good.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
This was a good video. It helped me a lot. I have held onto this job, which I just quit, for all the wrong reasons. Despite that, I still feel sad, hurt, and rejected, yet very relieved. A jumble of emotions for sure. I also stayed in 2 relationships for way past their shelf life.
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I have not had a chance to do this yet as the week has been very busy at work especially as I try to get things ready to turn over to the next teacher.
I interviewed for a job 10 minutes walking distance as opposed to the 2 hour driving I do now. I am actually trying to see if my job just wants me to use my holiday pay and let the other teacher take over...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I really want to read the article presented. There are days when I am so afraid of whatever, but I just keep walking. Fear=False Evidence Appearing Real or Face Everything And Rise.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
This is an interesting topic to explore. I made the decision about this job without really being mindful. Usually when I make decisions without much thought, find they are not the best decisions.
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@JenOpie For me, it really does enhance the feeling plus it keeps me from just saying something for the sake of saying something. I have to really think about the 'why'.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Portion sizes in the US are ridiculous. I love that the portion sizes in the UK are so much smaller. In the US, my husband and I always have to share. When we come home to the UK, we can eat our own meals. And then the US throws away how many tonnes of food each year? At least in the UK we recycle our food. Just crazy.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
First, I do not agree with animal testing. If this is going to be done, get humans. My physiology matches a human, not a mouse or rat. That is just the start of the problem with animal testing. Anyway, I heard this about coconut oil. I rarely believe hype anymore. All these fad diets and such. Eat this...months later, don't eat this!! I just try to eat at...
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If you are tired or do not sleep well, does this affect your food choices or your appetite? Usually. When I am tired, I would prefer easy foods like a sandwich.
Does your budget or lack of time to cook influence the foods that you choose? Lack of time whilst working this crazy job (last day is 20th Dec) has caused our meals to be really sloppy and quick.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I never diet. I just try to improve my eating habits. Dieting implies denial which will cause people to want it more.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I am quite discouraged by the weight regain. I did all the things mentioned but I guess the stress of the visa process and moving to a new country were just more stress than my body could handle. I did not increase my food intake nor did I decrease my exercise during this time.
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I know. I am so frustrated that the weight I lost has come back and seems to have stuck to me like glue this time.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Great video!! So many great thoughts. I am looking forward to next week.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Great week as always!! Will come back for the video tomorrow.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
How do you think mindfulness can help you with self-compassion and your emotional health? As I slow down and allow my body, mind and emotions to heal, I find I am much more compassionate. I catch my negative talk and stop it by trying to replace it with 3 good things. I just try to think now about what I am doing as opposed to always being in the 'next' thing...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Very interesting video about pain and mindfulness. I think the anticipation of pain is as bad as the actual pain itself at times.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Mine came from my high school counsellor. I was 14. I told her I wanted to be an exotic animal vet and live in Kenya. She told me I could not be a vet because I was a girl and vet schools did not take girls. I was shattered. I told my mum, but since my mum did not have even a high school education, she thought this woman knew best. No support. I just stopped...
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I am finally learning to be 'self compassionate'. I have always been so incredibly hard on myself. Granted, this was a take over from my young days, but that still is no excuse, just an explanation. I have finally learned that I am enough...just as I am. And that is pretty damn good!!
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
I now practise gratitude much more than before. Now, I write down 10 things a day I am grateful, but I also add a why. I am grateful for my husband. Why? Because he is so helpful when I have to leave in the mornings by getting my lunch ready for me. I try to do this with all 10. Lately, again because of this job, I have not had time or energy or even mental...
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
With the help of my Druidry and my 12 step programmes, I am getting much better at self compassion.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
How do you tend to show up for people you care about when they are suffering in some way? I will listen and be supportive of their decisions. I will let them vent if they need to. I will hug if they want one.
How do you tend to relate to your own suffering? Now? Better, as I have a bit more compassion for myself, but I can still be pretty hard on myself. For... -
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What time is it? 12.51
How long ago did you last eat? About 5 minutes
How hungry do you feel? Very, as we are waiting on my SIL and niece to show up so we can go celebrate my husband's birthday.
How tired do you feel right now? Not too bad.
What food and drink would you most like to consume right now? I am having a coffee as I await their arrival. We... -
@NorahDempster Phones have their place. Of that, I am sure, but I also do not want to be tied to my phone. My husband and I are really limiting out technology use over the weekends. I love that part.
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@DrSherelleConnaughton Yes, for those in the techy age, it is much harder. I just sometimes am so sick of my phone and technology in general.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook made a comment
Thank you for a great video. This was really interesting.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook replied to Cyndi Sabo-Cook
@Zan. Excellent reminder! Thank you.
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Cyndi Sabo-Cook replied to Cyndi Sabo-Cook
@AnnLangston It is self care but it took me a long time to be okay with it. I feel so much better now that the decision has been made.