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Women's Writing Workshop by Warrior Writers When: Monday, April 26, 6-8: PM Where: Online via Zoom What: Facilitated by Jessi Atherton and Portia Simmons, this generative creative writing workshop will offer prompts that cover a variety of military issues and experiences. This encourages sharing stories, opinions, and ideas for productive writing/reflecting/story-telling and art-making. This workshop is for veterans who identify as women. Registration: Register here... Cost: Free. Contact: [email protected] Use this link to register. You will get Zoom link about an hour before the session. https://warriorwriters.wedid.it/events/676

What treasures do you value? Teresa shares hers in our monthly blog. https://humblewarrior.org/blog/f/treasures

Our April blog and newsletter just went live! Check out this month's piece as Teresa takes you to her home and delves into what "Treasures" are in her home and in her heart. Share with us the Treasures you have too! Check out the full blog here: https://humblewarrior.org/blog/f/treasures

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A few poses to add to your sleep routine... https://www.mindful.org/4-yoga-stretches-for-a-good-nights/

Day 18's Challenge is to pay extra attention to your Dental Hygiene! Brushing your teeth might be one of those chores that you rush through or even forget about, but it is so important! Make dental hygiene a priority today, and maybe even incorporate some new ways to take care of it! Brush your teeth, floss, and even try tongue scraping! You can read about the practice and benefits of tongue scraping by reading our blog: https://humblewarrior.org/blog/f/take-care-of-your-tongue And most importantly don't forget to smile!

It's the weekend! Today's Challenge is to practice some Self Care. Take care of you today in a way that feels good. Maybe that means an extra sweat sesh, or a long luxurious bath, or a warm beverage and some quiet time. Take time to take care of you. How did you "treat yo self" with some self care today?

Today's Wellness Challenge is to Enjoy your Lunch Break! Eat a colorful lunch that has a variety of fruits and vegetables. Take your full lunch break and eat mindfully. How did you spend your lunch break today? Comment to enter our prize drawing for #hw30daysofwellenss Challenge.

Welcome to the second week of 2021! We could all use a good laugh these days so the challenge for Day 11 is to Laugh! Tell a joke to your friends or co-workers and spread the laughter. Watch a funny show this evening instead of the news. How will you laugh today? Comment with what made you laugh (we love sharing jokes) and be entered into our 30 Days of Wellness prize drawing!

Oops! We had a tech error and didn't get to share Day 17's Challenge with you on the actual Day 17! But progress doesn't happen in a day so it is ok to start over, regroup, and refocus at any time! Yesterday (Sunday) we wanted to challenge you to REST! Learn to listen to your body and your energy and rest when you need to. Try to take a nap, take a bath, sit in silence and do nothing! Rest in whatever way works for you! Tell us in the comments how you rested (yesterday OR today!)

Take some time on this Sunday to Try Something New! January is also National Hobby Month so it is a great time to explore new activities, skills, interests, and hobbies. Comment with the Something New you tried today to be entered into our #hw30daysofwellness challenge! Each day you participate is a chance to win a prize!

Day 22! Today we challenge you to extend your Support! Wellness is not just an individual journey, but a community one. Today, support a non-profit, a community organization, or a small business in whatever way you are able. Donate money, materials, or time. Leave a positive review. Spread awareness on social media. There are lots of ways to support the causes and people you care about! What are you supporting today?

Hooray for the weekend! We hope you get the chance to relax and enjoy yourself! Today's challenge is to Limit Alcohol. Try a non-alcoholic alternative as your drink of choice today. If you already don't consume alcohol recommend an alternative beverage to a friend! There are lots of creative options out there! Comment below with what non-alcoholic beverage you enjoyed today!

Prize Number 2 is a Cooking Kit! As a part of our #hw30daysofwellness challenge we are excited to show off the second available prize! This is the Cooking Kit! Be sure to comment or tag us with how you are completing each day's challenge. Each day you participate is a change to win! See our original post for details. You can also send us a message or email us at [email protected] Image Description: Cooking Kit Prize 2 - includes the following items: "Food is the Soluti...on" cookbook by Matthew Prescott Pampered Chef whip whisk Pampered Chef spatula Stonewashed kitchen towel 3 multi-purpose scrubbers "Life Is What You Bake It" magnet Howlite Power Beads bracelet with "Patience" charm See more

For Day 21 you are challenged to focus on eating plants! Try a new fruit or vegetable and tell us what you tried. OR try your favorite fruit or vegetable in a new recipe! Need some inspiration? Check out the Recipes page (underneath the Resources tab) on our website here: https://humblewarrior.org/recipes How did you enjoy your fruits and vegetables today?

As we are wrapping up the second week of 2021 take some time to Breathe. Really breathe. Nice full, deep breaths, that fill your belly and reset your soul. We breathe all day every day but take some time to focus on your breathing today. Try a breathing exercise that plays with the direction or count of breath. Visit the Resources page of our website to get started with some breathing exercises: https://humblewarrior.org/resources Remember to comment with how you focused on Breathing today to be entered in our 30 Days of Wellness Prize Drawing!

Move your body today! Move in any way that feels good! Go for a walk or a run, practice yoga, rollerskate, throw a dance party for yourself in your living room! Listen to what kind of movement your body needs and do it! How did you move your body today?

Happy weekend! Get some sunshine today! You get more Vitamin D from 20 minutes of sunshine than from any source of food! So go for a walk, visit a green space, or park yourself in front of a sunny window and soak up those rays. Comment how you got your sunshine today to be entered into the 30 Days of Wellness Prize Drawing!

30 Days of Wellness Challenge Prize 1! Here's a sneak peek at what is included in the Journaling Prize of our Wellness Challenge! Each day that you complete a challenge is an entry into our prize drawing and this is just one of the prizes we are giving away! Be sure to comment on each day's challenge post with how you completed that challenge to be entered. Or, comment or tag us on Instagram! Photo: Journaling themed prize bundle. Features the following items: a journal, nature-inspired daily devotional, notepad, Humble Warrior pen, pencil, motivational stone, tea cup, Matcha-Ginger Green Tea, and Paperlove brand Positivity card set and stand.

Today's challenge is to focus on Good Gut Health! Did you know that your gut health affects a lot more than your digestion? Do some investigating and learn about how your gut affects your overall wellbeing and how you can improve it. Many examples are dietary based and sometimes include taking a probiotic. Check out our story on Instagram for resources and more information! Consult your health care professional if you have questions or concerns. How do you take care of your gut?

Grab your favorite cup of what warms you & enjoy our monthly blog! Have you ever snow shoveled? https://humblewarrior.org/blog/f/cold-hands---warm-hearts

How are you creating coziness this winter?

Today's wellness challenge is to Read! Spend at least 20 minutes reading for pleasure today. Maybe pick up something out of you typical reading habits. Be sure to check out your public library! You can call and ask what resources they have available during these unusual times. If you prefer to own the books you read, be sure to support your local independent book stores! They're full of unexpected treasures. Comment with what you read today! #hw30daysofwellness

Opportunity to cultivate compassion. https://www.mindful.org/a-guided-rain-meditation-to-culti/

Remembering Pearl Harbor and that freedom is worth fighting for and defending.

Our Wellness Blog was published today! December's post is all about "Hygge" and how to stay warm and well all winter long. Check it out here: https://humblewarrior.org/blog/f/hygge-hug