Diane Stafford On Focus

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Actions Speak louder Than Words

'They' say, "failing to plan is planning to fail"

A Question or Two For You

What have you done recently that you thought you might fail to achieve but you tried anyway?

Was the outcome as you expected or imagined?

Would love to hear your story, please add your response to the comment section.

thanks
Diane

Inspirational Women

Inspirational Women

When I posted the article and video in my post "Stroke of Insight", I did so because it is a well presented and fascinating insight into the brain, how it works, its fragility and strengths.

Also, the personal story of the presenter, her scientific observations throughout and survival of a stroke, is compelling and inspiring.

The additional interest to me is that a client I work with suffered a brain injury some years ago and although she will never fully recover, she remains an inspiration as she is constantly positive, happy and determined to achieve the things she sets out to accomplish.

Would you find the inner strength to continue to pursue your goals despite real life obstacles?

Very shortly after making that post, my mum began suffering mini strokes herself.  She's over here for a holiday, which we are thankful about.  So as you can imagine it's been, and is, a worrying time for us as a family.  Thankfully she has been receiving the very best care locally.  Again, when you need them, the NHS delivers.

It transpires that mum, a strong and inspirational woman, actually had a heart attack about 3 months ago and has been having mini strokes on and off, all without actually knowing it!  Despite what she has been through, is going through now and is about to go through, she remains strong minded, her sense of humor is as bright and as wicked as ever (as the doctors at the hospital with testify) and she continues, determined to get over this challenge. Hugs mum, we love you :-)

Life presents you with challenges, it's not what happens it's how you deal with them that makes a difference to you and those around you.

Wishing you and all inspirational women well.

Diane
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Stroke of Insight into Brain Chatter

Brain Chatter experienced by Jill Bolte Taylor when she 'observed' her body and mind during a potentially fatal stroke. 

She tells her fascinating, moving story with humor in this video, which presents an amazing insight into the way our complex minds work and how it battles for our survival.

Jill found her nirvana, something she describes as such a gift

A video worth watching.

Diane paperclay day

Salt Dough Craft Recipe

Salt Dough Craft

A little something for the weekend if you are stuck in the house with bored kids and they enjoy modeling dough.

This little salt dough craft recipe, a good substitute for playdough that you can easily make at home, should keep them occupied for a while.

Easy to follow recipe.  All you need is :

Salt, plain flour, water, a couple of peppercorns, a bowl to mix it all in and.....

.... oh yes a child or two!

You can get the full salt dough craft  recipe here.

Have fun this weekend

Diane
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