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Sally in the Zen Sally
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Sally in the Zen is a bi-weekly podcast of a Chinese Zen Buddhist Caregiver in pursuit to find Zen moments in everyday living. Sally cares for her elderly Asian mother and father, who's also her actual Zen Master as well as a stroke survivor. Hear personal stories as Sally chronicles life, love and the Zen way with her aging parents. Sally is the creative owner of the Sally in the Zen family blog, and is also a contributing writer to the Ascent publication on Medium.com. Follow Sally in the Zen on Instagram and Pinterest.
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#44 Taking a Breather - Brief Message
Sally in the Zen is taking a break. We'll be back with brand new episodes June, 2021.
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BLOG: https://sallyinthezen.com/FINDING ZEN on MEDIUM: https://medium.com/finding-zenMEDIUM: https://medium.com/@sallyinthezenINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sallyinthezenPINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/sallyinthezen/If you have any questions or comments or if you would like to hear more of something in future episodes, just send your email to sally@sallyinthezen.com or DM me on Instagram. Check out my blog SallyintheZen.com.
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#043 How to Cope with Pandemic Brain Fog
In this podcast episode, we talk about Pandemic Brain Fog and how to cope with it.
Links to resources/articles referenced in the episode:
Struggling with brain fog? You’re not alone - Susan Cunningham - 01/21/21 - UCHealth Pandemic Brain’ Is Real—And It Explains Why You Can’t Focus - Jenny Singer - 03/10/21 - GlamourRetirement blues: Taking it too easy can be hard on you - Nov-2015 - Harvard HealthHow Parents Can Handle Pandemic Brain Fog - Wendy Wisner - 03/18/21 - Very Well Familly.com How to Meditate - 01/31/19 - MindfulWhich Type of Meditation Is Right for Me - Holly Berktone - 10/02/2020 - HealthlineFOLLOW SALLY:
BLOG: https://sallyinthezen.com/FINDING ZEN on MEDIUM: https://medium.com/finding-zenMEDIUM: https://medium.com/@sallyinthezenINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sallyinthezenPINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/sallyinthezen/If you have any questions or comments or if you would like to hear more of something in future episodes, just send your email to sally@sallyinthezen.com or DM me on Instagram. Check out my blog SallyintheZen.com.
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#042 Future Planning for the Final Days - Part 1 of 2
All is well with my Zen Master and Zen Mum. ♥️ Through the really tough days of COVID, we all came out the other side stronger and grateful for all blessings in our lives. The hardships put everything into perspective, which is the inspiration for today's episode. It's a hard subject to talk about but it needs to be done in order to bring peace in the final days.
In this part 1 podcast episode of a 2 part series, we begin future planning for the final days. Today's episode is kicking off the planning.
Links to Resources Cited on the Episode:
ARC of Pennsylvania - COVID-19 Vaccine Information for Unpaid Caregivers State of PA Letter for Unpaid Caregivers to get their COVID-19 shot in Phase 1A More information on Five Wishes - Living Will 8 Tips for Funeral Planning - AARP - Leanne Potts - July 7, 2020Podcast Episode #13 - Wellness Series - Kicking Off Financial Wellness: Wills and POAsPodcast Episode #14 - Wellness Series - Health Care Power of Attorney (HCPOA)FOLLOW SALLY:
BLOG: https://sallyinthezen.com/FINDING ZEN on MEDIUM: https://medium.com/finding-zenMEDIUM: https://medium.com/@sallyinthezenINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sallyinthezenPINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/sallyinthezen/If you have any questions or comments or if you would like to hear more of something in future episodes, just send your email to sally@sallyinthezen.com or DM me on Instagram. Check out my blog SallyintheZen.com.
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#041 Making Progress in Uncertain Times
In this podcast episode, we catch up on where we are as we approach the 1st anniversary of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic in our neck of the woods (State of PA).
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BLOG: https://sallyinthezen.com/FINDING ZEN on MEDIUM: https://medium.com/finding-zenMEDIUM: https://medium.com/@sallyinthezenINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sallyinthezenPINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/sallyinthezen/If you have any questions or comments or if you would like to hear more of something in future episodes, just send your email to sally@sallyinthezen.com or DM me on Instagram. Check out my blog SallyintheZen.com.
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#040 - Year of the Ox & Resolutions
In this podcast episode, we talk about the Year of the Ox (2021) and review the SMART method to resolutions.
Links to resources/articles referenced in the episode:
Five Facts About the Year of the Ox - Greg Morago - Jan 26, 2009 / Updated Aug 5, 2011 - Chron.comSMART Goals - How to Make Your Goals Achievable - Mindtools.comFOLLOW SALLY:
BLOG: https://sallyinthezen.com/FINDING ZEN on MEDIUM: https://medium.com/finding-zenMEDIUM: https://medium.com/@sallyinthezenINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sallyinthezenPINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/sallyinthezen/If you have any questions or comments or if you would like to hear more of something in future episodes, just send your email to sally@sallyinthezen.com or DM me on Instagram. Check out my blog SallyintheZen.com.
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#039 - Life Lesson 3 The Serious Business of Doing Number 2
In this podcast episode, we get dirty and talk about the smelly but serious business of older folks needing to be regular and do number 2.
Links to resources/articles referenced in the episode:
Why is Poo Number 2? - Jen Guberman 08/02/16 - Odyssey Online.comHow Many Times Should You Poop a Day? - Rachel Nall, MSN CRNA - 09/17/18 - Healthline.com25 Poop Jokes We're Convinced Were Written by Parents - Dina Gachman - 11/03/20 - Parents.com15 Healthy Foods That Help You Poop - Rachael Link, MS, RD - 10/16/20 - Healthline.comFOLLOW SALLY:
BLOG: https://sallyinthezen.com/FINDING ZEN on MEDIUM: https://medium.com/finding-zenMEDIUM: https://medium.com/@sallyinthezenINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sallyinthezenPINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/sallyinthezen/If you have any questions or comments or if you would like to hear more of something in future episodes, just send your email to sally@sallyinthezen.com or DM me on Instagram. Check out my blog SallyintheZen.com.
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