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Sunday, March 18, 2012
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi - 2011 UW-Madison Big Learning Event - YouTube
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi - 2011 UW-Madison Big Learning Event - YouTube
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Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's presentation at the 2011 UW-Madison Big Learning Event.
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi - FLOW - YouTube
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Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is one of the greatest living psychologists of our age. He earned his fame by defining and providing a detailed description of the FLOW state.
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Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: Creativity, fulfillment and flow - YouTube
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: Creativity, fulfillment and flow - YouTube
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http://www.ted.com Mihaly Czikszentmihalyi asks, "What makes a life worth living?" Noting that money cannot make us happy, he looks to those who find pleasure and lasting satisfaction in activities that bring about a state of "flow."
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Friday, March 9, 2012
A Personal Safari to Find Our Inner Lioness
A Personal Safari to Find Our Inner Lioness
Published on Town Square Buzz (http://townsquarebuzz.com)
A Personal Safari to Find Our Inner Lioness
By Debo888
Created Mar 2 2012 - 8:13am
By Deborah Viapiana-Ricci, TSB Contributor 
March beckons as February parts. March will begin with our "inner lioness" lying in wait…for just the right moment to carry out her “mindful” mission. Yes, the message for March will be Mindfulness.
Dr. Ellen Langer's book, “Mindfulness” speaks of how much being mindful can make an incredible difference in all of our lives.
And, truth be told, most of us lull in and out of our days rather mindlessly…sadly. Bringing this kind of awareness to the table won’t be as easy as a fleeting conversation about it. Nothing this meaningful can be truly sought after lightly.
It’s all or nothing, my friends…we are awake or we sleep; not much gray area there, I’m afraid. Every year, we New Englanders ponder the oncoming of the first taste of spring. There’s just something about winter leaving us with the hope of warmer days on their way.
Each season has something to offer but I think spring in this part of the country is a welcome event. We begin to chase away the dreary days with thoughts of our garden to come. The magic of it all somehow makes us glad to be alive. It’s a wonderful time, indeed. Okay…now for the tough part. We’ve had all winter to be holed up with our hopes and dreams.
S0, now what are we willing to do to bring them to fruition? Have you been journaling? What have you been thinking about? What kinds of things do you want to change? We have work to do if we intend to have a great crop of accomplishments come harvest time…and spring is the perfect time to start! Here’s what we’ll do. Let’s pick one thing we could use a little more clarity about.
We’ll take small steps to build on that idea so we bring ourselves closer to manifesting our desired outcome. We don’t need to have all the pieces in place at once, just so long as we keep our eye on the prize. You know…our very own prize…the one we’ve been searching for a good long while.
Then, plot a course by being accountable to yourself…Create a list of measurable results and peck them off one at a time. Maybe you have a gal pal who wants to embark on her own treasure hunt and is willing to help you with yours. You can meet once a week and report of your successes and celebrate together. I love crossing things off my list, don’t you? As we happily step into March, summon your inner lioness and keep an eye on the periphery of your life…mindfully…one day at a time, and in two weeks when we check back in with each other, let’s share our victories, big and small…they ALL matter.
Now then…get some water, sit down with pen and paper and make that list…keeping it small though. We don’t need to set ourselves up for failure. Remember thirty short days is all it takes to begin a new pattern of behavior…not that much in the vast scheme of things.
When the end of the month rolls around, our lioness will give way to our peaceful lamb that can begin calmly guiding us with a pace of grace.
Deborah Viapiana-Ricci is a freelance columnist living in McKinney, with her husband, Wil. She can be found brushing her mane and practicing her roar just in time for spring! Feel free to write Deborah@teresinas.com
March beckons as February parts. March will begin with our "inner lioness" lying in wait…for just the right moment to carry out her “mindful” mission. Yes, the message for March will be Mindfulness.Dr. Ellen Langer's book, “Mindfulness” speaks of how much being mindful can make an incredible difference in all of our lives.
And, truth be told, most of us lull in and out of our days rather mindlessly…sadly. Bringing this kind of awareness to the table won’t be as easy as a fleeting conversation about it. Nothing this meaningful can be truly sought after lightly.
It’s all or nothing, my friends…we are awake or we sleep; not much gray area there, I’m afraid. Every year, we New Englanders ponder the oncoming of the first taste of spring. There’s just something about winter leaving us with the hope of warmer days on their way.
Each season has something to offer but I think spring in this part of the country is a welcome event. We begin to chase away the dreary days with thoughts of our garden to come. The magic of it all somehow makes us glad to be alive. It’s a wonderful time, indeed. Okay…now for the tough part. We’ve had all winter to be holed up with our hopes and dreams.
S0, now what are we willing to do to bring them to fruition? Have you been journaling? What have you been thinking about? What kinds of things do you want to change? We have work to do if we intend to have a great crop of accomplishments come harvest time…and spring is the perfect time to start! Here’s what we’ll do. Let’s pick one thing we could use a little more clarity about.
We’ll take small steps to build on that idea so we bring ourselves closer to manifesting our desired outcome. We don’t need to have all the pieces in place at once, just so long as we keep our eye on the prize. You know…our very own prize…the one we’ve been searching for a good long while.
Then, plot a course by being accountable to yourself…Create a list of measurable results and peck them off one at a time. Maybe you have a gal pal who wants to embark on her own treasure hunt and is willing to help you with yours. You can meet once a week and report of your successes and celebrate together. I love crossing things off my list, don’t you? As we happily step into March, summon your inner lioness and keep an eye on the periphery of your life…mindfully…one day at a time, and in two weeks when we check back in with each other, let’s share our victories, big and small…they ALL matter.
Now then…get some water, sit down with pen and paper and make that list…keeping it small though. We don’t need to set ourselves up for failure. Remember thirty short days is all it takes to begin a new pattern of behavior…not that much in the vast scheme of things.
When the end of the month rolls around, our lioness will give way to our peaceful lamb that can begin calmly guiding us with a pace of grace.
Deborah Viapiana-Ricci is a freelance columnist living in McKinney, with her husband, Wil. She can be found brushing her mane and practicing her roar just in time for spring! Feel free to write Deborah@teresinas.com
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Monday, March 5, 2012
EMPTY BOWL FUNDRAISERS
Douglas, Elbert fundraiser to benefit victims of domestic violence
Posted:Saturday, February 18, 2012 11:00 am
Steve Buck has been a potter since his high school years.
He has a studio in his Kiowa home, has taught countless students the art of throwing at various metro-area art centers and this year joins about 70 potters for the 12th Empty Bowl, the Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center’s premiere fundraising event.
The Empty Bowl is a two-fold event, featuring the work of metro-area potters, with hundreds of hand-thrown bowls available for visitors. In exchange for the price of their ticket, those who donate at the Empty Bowl get the chance to sample the soups, breads and desserts donated from local restaurants, bid on silent auction items and choose from among the bowls potters donate to make the event happen.
Some, like Buck, make it their goal to donate more than 100 bowls each year.
“It’s a lot of fun, it’s a good gathering of people to stand up for this cause,” Buck said. “I’ve known different ladies in my life who have had problems and such. I just think of them.”
The Empty Bowl benefits the crisis center, which serves victims of domestic violence in Douglas and Elbert counties. The crisis center provides myriad services to victims, both male and female, as well as families in need of emergency shelter, crisis intervention, counseling and advocacy.
In 2011, the center served more than 12,000 people through its community outreaches, said Ann Carter, director of development for the crisis center. The number reflects a 13 percent increase in individuals served from 2010, Carter said.
The Empty Bowl is from 6 to 9 p.m., March 2 at the Douglas County Events Center. Tickets are $45 per person or $500 for a table for 10. For more information visit the crisis center website at www.twcfoc.org
DURHAM – The annual battle for the “Best Soup in Durham” will take place Thursday from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Durham Armory, 220 Foster St. Urban Ministries of Durham will hold its sixth annual Empty Bowls event, presented by RTI International, to raise funds to help UMD serve more than 200,000 meals a year to those in need.
New to this year’s event is an after-party hosted by Fullsteam Brewery (726 Rigsbee Ave.) and Motorco (723 Rigsbee Ave.) at 8 p.m. featuring live music and a food truck round-up.
Empty Bowls features chefs from some of Durham’s finest restaurants such as blu seafood and bar, Papa Mojo’s Roadhouse, Revolution, Watts Grocery, Whole Foods Café, Toast, Thrills from the Grill, L’Uva, Saladelia Café, Guglhupf and Mad Hatter’s Café and Bakeshop. The chefs will present their soups and battle for the title of “Best Soup in Durham.”
Tickets are $30 each and include a one-of-a-kind keepsake bowl created by local artists at Claymakers, Clayworks Guild, Carrboro Clay, Havenhill Studios and Durham Arts Council. There is also a $15 ticket available for attendees who just want to sample soup only. Children six and under can attend for free.
The “People’s Choice” award will be voted on by attendees and the “Judge’s Choice” award will be voted on by a panel of local celebrity judges including Locopops owner Summer Bicknell, Parker and Otis owner Jennings Brody, WTVD news anchor Tisha Powell, Fullsteam Brewery owner Sean Wilson and Independent Weekly editor Lisa Sorg. Frank Stasio, host of “The State of Things” on WUNC, will be the evening’s emcee.
Last year’s event sold out with close to 800 attendees bringing in almost $30,000 for UMD. Due to the popularity of the event, attendees are encouraged to order tickets prior to the event. To purchase tickets, stop by UMD at 410 Liberty St. or visit www.umdurham.org.
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — People in Tupelo came together Wednesday for a
unique fundraiser that benefits The Salvation Army, an organization that
helps feed so many. Hundreds arrived at the Tupelo Furniture
Market for the 14th annual Empty Bowls event where people were
offered several types of soups provided by local restaurants and
organizations. Money from the event allows The Salvation Army to help the less fortunate.
"We do a soup line everyday that feeds anywhere from 75 to 100 people," says Major Sue Dorman with the Salvation Army. "We also have our lodge where we serve three meals a day."
Everyone who attended the luncheon recieved a ceramic bowl as a reminder that someone's bowl is always empty. In 2011 alone, the Tupelo Salvation Army served 76,441 meals. This number includes meals that went to help the residents of Smithville.
Posted:Saturday, February 18, 2012 11:00 am
He has a studio in his Kiowa home, has taught countless students the art of throwing at various metro-area art centers and this year joins about 70 potters for the 12th Empty Bowl, the Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center’s premiere fundraising event.
The Empty Bowl is a two-fold event, featuring the work of metro-area potters, with hundreds of hand-thrown bowls available for visitors. In exchange for the price of their ticket, those who donate at the Empty Bowl get the chance to sample the soups, breads and desserts donated from local restaurants, bid on silent auction items and choose from among the bowls potters donate to make the event happen.
Some, like Buck, make it their goal to donate more than 100 bowls each year.
“It’s a lot of fun, it’s a good gathering of people to stand up for this cause,” Buck said. “I’ve known different ladies in my life who have had problems and such. I just think of them.”
The Empty Bowl benefits the crisis center, which serves victims of domestic violence in Douglas and Elbert counties. The crisis center provides myriad services to victims, both male and female, as well as families in need of emergency shelter, crisis intervention, counseling and advocacy.
In 2011, the center served more than 12,000 people through its community outreaches, said Ann Carter, director of development for the crisis center. The number reflects a 13 percent increase in individuals served from 2010, Carter said.
The Empty Bowl is from 6 to 9 p.m., March 2 at the Douglas County Events Center. Tickets are $45 per person or $500 for a table for 10. For more information visit the crisis center website at www.twcfoc.org
Sixth Empty Bowls fundraiser to benefit Urban Ministries
DURHAM – The annual battle for the “Best Soup in Durham” will take place Thursday from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Durham Armory, 220 Foster St. Urban Ministries of Durham will hold its sixth annual Empty Bowls event, presented by RTI International, to raise funds to help UMD serve more than 200,000 meals a year to those in need.
New to this year’s event is an after-party hosted by Fullsteam Brewery (726 Rigsbee Ave.) and Motorco (723 Rigsbee Ave.) at 8 p.m. featuring live music and a food truck round-up.
Empty Bowls features chefs from some of Durham’s finest restaurants such as blu seafood and bar, Papa Mojo’s Roadhouse, Revolution, Watts Grocery, Whole Foods Café, Toast, Thrills from the Grill, L’Uva, Saladelia Café, Guglhupf and Mad Hatter’s Café and Bakeshop. The chefs will present their soups and battle for the title of “Best Soup in Durham.”
Tickets are $30 each and include a one-of-a-kind keepsake bowl created by local artists at Claymakers, Clayworks Guild, Carrboro Clay, Havenhill Studios and Durham Arts Council. There is also a $15 ticket available for attendees who just want to sample soup only. Children six and under can attend for free.
The “People’s Choice” award will be voted on by attendees and the “Judge’s Choice” award will be voted on by a panel of local celebrity judges including Locopops owner Summer Bicknell, Parker and Otis owner Jennings Brody, WTVD news anchor Tisha Powell, Fullsteam Brewery owner Sean Wilson and Independent Weekly editor Lisa Sorg. Frank Stasio, host of “The State of Things” on WUNC, will be the evening’s emcee.
Last year’s event sold out with close to 800 attendees bringing in almost $30,000 for UMD. Due to the popularity of the event, attendees are encouraged to order tickets prior to the event. To purchase tickets, stop by UMD at 410 Liberty St. or visit www.umdurham.org.
Empty Bowls 2012
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Reported by:
Allie Ware
Email: aware@wtva.com Last Update: 2/29 8:48 pm |
(David Chimahusky, WTVA)
"We do a soup line everyday that feeds anywhere from 75 to 100 people," says Major Sue Dorman with the Salvation Army. "We also have our lodge where we serve three meals a day."
Everyone who attended the luncheon recieved a ceramic bowl as a reminder that someone's bowl is always empty. In 2011 alone, the Tupelo Salvation Army served 76,441 meals. This number includes meals that went to help the residents of Smithville.
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