October 2024 – Message for THANKSGIVING Day

 Today (October 14’24) in Canada we celebrate a new Thanksgiving Day, occasion which allows me to send along another bunch of heartfelt wishes to all my dear friends (old & new, closer or more distant), collaborators (occasional or recurrent) and at large sympathizers of ALICE & Friends Circle™ for their ongoing support throughout the almost 7 (seven) years of existence of our literary and socio-cultural group!

I always enjoy working with thoughtful and positive people! Please continue stay close, to be compassionate, to be wise, to lend a hand, because in the end I believe that we all will be blessed with the splendid joy that only kindness brings along...that special Joy which is so uplifting and refreshing for our souls.

Nay  we  continue to enjoy each other's presence, while attending our Circle's events!

● My previous greetings on the same theme: Thanksgiving Day – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018

September 22, 2024: Happy AUTUMN, dear friends!

Officially speaking, today (September 22’24) is the first day of a new autumn (also known as the autumnal equinox) in our Northern Hemisphere,
occasion which allows me to send along my best regards to all for a prosperous season ahead!

Pleasing harvest, dear ones! Let the bounty of this autumn fill your hearts and homes!

"Coboara toamna-ncet din slava. Naframa galbena-i rasare...." (Octavian Goga)

● A brief oasis of poetry and inner reflection:

          ⚪ (Ro) ”Şi totuşi, vine toamna... Şi tu o simţi şi o îngâni... Şi totuşi, vine toamna... Şi vai, suntem bătrâni! ”

                                    ”Totuşi toamna” (poem de Adrian Păunescu;  interpretare Tatiana Stepa) – video clip

          ⚪ (English)...September musical notes...”Try To Remember, the kind of September” (song interpreted by Harry Belafonte)

● Short scientific briefing on AUTUMNAL EQUINOX:

The Autumnal Equinox is an astronomical event, nearly noticed by everyone, marking the arrival of fall in Northern Hemisphere. During the equinox, the night & day have almost the same length (12 hours) throughout the world. The word "equinox" derives from Latin, meaning “equal night". The equinox happens when the equator passes the centre of the sun. This is when the North & South Poles of the Earth are not tilted towards or away from the sun, as at other times, but are aligned so as to give, theoretically, the same amount of daylight in both of the Earth's hemispheres.

● My previous greetings on the same theme: AUTUMNAL EQUINOX – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018

September 21, 2024: INTERNATIONAL PEACE Day

September 21^st 2024 reminds us that the entire world unites to celebrate International Peace Day, and the theme for this year is “Cultivating a Culture of Peace.”

PEACE…what is “Peace”? Peace is the path we each take if we wish to bring along growth and prosperity, in order to make our society a better place to live in.

It has been observed countless times that if we do not have peace and harmony within ourselves first, achieving political strength, economic stability and cultural growth will be impossible. Therefore, if we truly wish to transmit the notion of peace to others, it is vital for us to make sure we have it within, while keeping in mind that is not only a certain individual’s responsibility, but everyone’s duty.

”World peace can be achieved when, in each person, the power of love replaces the love of power.”

● Historical background info:

“The International Day of Peace, also officially known as World Peace Day, is a United Nations-sanctioned holiday observed annually on 21 September. It is dedicated to world peace, and specifically the absence of war and violence, such as might be occasioned by a temporary ceasefire in a combat zone for humanitarian aid access. The day was first celebrated in 1981 and is kept by many nations, political groups, military groups, and people.” (Source: Encyclopedia)

● My previous acknowledgements on the same theme: PEACE Day – 2023, 2022, 2021

Alice’s Book Club – SUMMER session of 2024

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August 31, 2024: ROMANIAN LANGUAGE Day

August 31^st highlights the ROMANIAN LANGUAGE DAY, which offers Romanians (around the world & in the country) a new occasion to honor their roots.

May we each take a moment to remember Eminescu’s comment vis-à-vis of this, which says: “The language is the very flower of Romanians' ethnic soul”. 

”Cine nu gândeşte în limba maternă şi-a uitat drumul spre casă.”

● Academia Română (follow the link to learn more about the Academy.... Romanin Academy) – Sesiunea festivă „Ziua Limbii Române“ (video clip)

● Historic background info:

Romanian Language is mother tongue of around 30 million individuals, taught as a foreign language in universities, in 45 countries.

Romanian Language Day is “celebrated nationally on August 31, starting from the year 2013 when the law establishing this holiday was enacted. The programs and cultural-educational events, with evocative or scientific characteristics, dedicated to this day emphasize the importance of the Romanian language not only as a means of communication but also as a repository of history, culture, and national identity”. (Source: Business Reviews News)

● My previous greetings on the same theme: ROMANIAN LANGUAGE Day – 2023, 2022, 2021

NOTE: Dear readers, please be advised that on this website each of the previous postings, pertaining to the recurrent annual themes, portray a different perspective of the subject/s presented (same theme/s, but a different outlook without duplication due to the cultural richness of the specific topic/s discussed). 

Few LESSONS life is teaching us

 We all are fully aware that life is beautiful, but definitively not always easy…it has its occasional difficulties, and the challenge lies in facing them with courage, grace and dignity! Happiness or sorrow, victory or defeat, day & night, etc. are affecting each life on Earth.

For your enjoyment, here I’m sharing the perspective of a 90 years old lady about life in general, wisdom worth pondering upon…peaceful reading, dear ones!

Thoughts

“To celebrate growing older, I once wrote few lessons life taught me. It is the most requested column I've ever written.

– Life isn't fair, but it's still good. | – Life is too short…enjoy it. 
– When in doubt, just take the next small step, one at the time.

– Your job won't take care of you when you are sick.
But for sure your true friends and family will be there for you.

– Pay off your credit cards every month.
– You don't have to win every argument. Stay true to yourself.

– Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
– Save for retirement starting with your first pay check.

– When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
– Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.

– It's OK to let your children see you cry.
– Don't compare your life to others under any circumstance.
Truth to be said, you have no idea what their journey is all about.

– If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
– No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

– Take a deep breath. It calms the mind. | – Get rid of anything that isn't useful. Clutter weighs you down in many ways.

– Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger. | – It's never too late to be happy...it’s all up to you and no one else.

– When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer. | – The most important organ is the brain.

– Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special. | – Over prepare, then go with the flow.

– Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple. | – Frame every so-called disaster with these words 'In five years, will this matter?'

– Always choose life. | – Forgive, but don’t forget. | – What other people think of you is none of your business.

– Time heals almost everything. Give time time. | – However good or bad a situation is, it will change. | – Believe in miracles. 

– Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now. | – Growing old beats the alternative of dying young. | – Your children get only one childhood.

– All that truly matters in the end is that you loved. | – Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere. (I love this one!)

– If we all through our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back. | – Envy is a waste of time. Accept what you already have not what you need.

– The best is yet to come. | – No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up. | – Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.”

Socializing: Summer Picnic 2024 & Travel Stories

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Meanwhile, please continue to enjoy the ongoing summer!

Warm regards,

Alice

Summer vibes of 2024

As these days I’m taking my time to enjoy every summer day more intensely than ever before, I realized that I’ve become even more observant of my surroundings, of my neighbours, of my friends, of all the people we meet along the way during our walks in nature – my conclusions are truly astonishing, but what I find really interesting is the fact that people sense the presence and the authenticity in a very pleasing manner.

Usually folks love to be at the center of the world, but I would rather prefer a peaceful corner where my entire world could be.

Generally speaking, you may think that you are not important at all in this world, but actually you are because your thoughtfulness, your compassion, your positivity, your genuine amiability leave behind fragrant echoes of kindness, which is quite marvelous!

Just think about these…if someone drinks coffee every morning from the favorite cup you gave them,

Or if someone heard a song on the radio that reminds them of you,

Or if someone is reading a book you recommended and it's stuck in their head,

Or if someone remembered a joke of yours and smiled coming home from work in the evening,

Or if someone now loves themselves a little more because you gave them a nice compliment, you really brought a certain amount of kindness into this world.
Never think that you don't influence anything, because it is impossible to erase the beautiful traces you leave behind, even with small deeds.

Dear friends, I wish you  enjoy the ongoing summer - flower by flower!

“Summer time” – by George Gershwin (classical music)

Benefits of TRAVELLING

According to many, travelling should be considered an essential human activity because it seems to be in our genes, as extensive scholastic studies are demonstrating that it is not natural for us to be sedentary.

Historically speaking, for most of the time our species existed, people lived as nomadic hunter-gatherers moving around quite often, approach which proved to be quite useful.

Personally, it feels to me that the very nature of travelling entails a fair share of wishful thinking, demanding at the same time a leap of faith and imagination. From making you happier, to reducing stress or by teaching you about the world or yourself, travelling could be considered an exquisite nourishing “food” for the soul.

Whether traveling for a vacation, business trip or some other adventure/s, whether taking a quick weekend getaway or a multi-month sabbatical around the world, travel offers a wide range of benefits, and for your convenience, here is a concise list various experts put together:

- Travelling could improve your communication skills, your creativity, and it could help expand even further your personal development

- Travelling could help you achieve a lasting peace of mind (by reducing stress & anxiety) and it could boost your self-confidence effectively

- International travelling could make you more tolerant and it could broaden your understanding of different cultures

- Travelling could help you appreciate even more the beauty of our nature and Earth

- Travelling could expand your horizons and your social network, while giving you the possibility to create new lifetime memories

- Travelling could sharpen your mind, it could shift your perspective about life in general, and (if needed) it could help you find a new purpose

- World travelling could help you appreciate even more your home, your friends, your country or your life.

Concluding, dear friends, I truly believe that travelling it is not always or necessarily about a certain place or specific destination, but rather about what we bring to it and how we interact with it. Extrapolating, we could state that travelling it is not necessarily about the destination or about the journey in itself, but rather about how you transform yourself during the experience…it is not necessarily about leaving your home, but about leaving behind old habits that are not serving you any longer.

Wherever life might take you next, I wish you happy and safe travels!

Socializing: CANADA Day 2024 – Morning Coffee Talks

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July 1, 2024: CANADA Day

Yearly, on July 1^st, Canadians across the country and around the world display their national history, showcase their culture and acknowledge achievements…without any doubt, this is a special day, when lots of festivities are held throughout the entire realm, since 1868. 

Once again, as I’ve mentioned few times in the past, CANADA truly reflects the old concept of unity in diversity, and diversity in unity.

Congratulations to you, Canada…and once again, a very warm and happy Canada Day to one and all!

● National Anthem: “O Canada” – audio  

● Historic background info:

On July 1, 1867, the nation was officially born when the “Constitution Act” joined three provinces into one country: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and the Canada province, which then split into Ontario and Quebec. However, Canada was not completely independent of England until 1982. The holiday called “Dominion Day” was officially established in 1879, but it wasn't observed by many Canadians, who considered themselves to be British citizens.

“Dominion Day” started to catch on when the 50^th anniversary of the confederation rolled around, in 1917. In 1946, a bill was put forth to rename “Dominion Day”, but arguments in the House of Commons over what to call the holiday stalled the bill.

The 100^th anniversary of the nation's official creation in 1967 saw the growth of the spirit of Canadian patriotism, and “Dominion Day” celebrations really began to take off. Although quite a few Canadians already called the holiday “Canada Day” (“Fête du Canada”), the new name wasn't formally adopted until October of 1982.

● My previous greetings on the same theme: CANADA Day – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019

June 24, 2024 – Universal Day of the ROMANIAN BLOUSE

June 24^th marks the annual celebration of The Universal Day of the Romanian Blouse. For all Romanians around the world (and back in Romania) this is the perfect occasion to showcase their beautiful culture and their rich traditions. This day (June 24) is also known as “Midsummer Day”, or “Sânzienele” (in the Romanian folk beliefs). So, dear fellow Romanian, wherever you are today, please wear your national outfit and be proud of who you are!

Our ancestral tradition is alive, and we carry the story further on.

La mulți ani, iei și cămășii tradiționale românești! Tradiția este vie și noi ducem povestea mai departe.

”Fiecare civilizaţie occidentală sau din est şi-a păstrat şi dezvoltat propriile caracteristici ale vestimentaţiei tradiţionale purtate zilnic sau la momente festive. Tocmai acest lucru conferă distincţie şi diversitate portului de sărbătoare de pretutindeni. În ce priveşte portul românesc, acesta s-a bucurat de o deosebită apreciere şi dincolo de graniţe. Înseşi reginele Elisabeta şi Maria, amândouă de origine britanică, au ştiut să observe frumuseţea şi eleganţa costumelor populare româneşti, ele însele îmbrăcându-se în portul tradiţional românesc la recepţii de înaltă ţinută, împreună cu principesele şi doamnele de la curte.” (Steliana Băltuţă – etnograf)

● Did you know?

On December 1, 2022, (on Romania’s National Day), UNESCO has decided to inscribe the Romanian traditional blouse on their list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, on the same list in 2017 “Mărțișor” was added.

Also, it is important to mention that “the Romanian Blouse has been an international symbol of the Romanian culture and a source of inspiration for some of the world’s greatest fashion.” Initiated and coordinated by the online community La Blouse Romaine, in 2013, this type of celebration is an opportunity to publicize and further broadcast an old and beautiful Romanian cultural tradition. 

The Romanian blouse, "ie" by its original Romanian name, is not a simple traditional peasant blouse, but it became a symbol of Romania, with its legends, stories and deep significance. The "ie" (pronounced "ee-eh") is a blouse, commonly worn by Romanian girls and women, and it has overcome its historic peasant confines, as it became an important source of inspiration for the fashion designers in Romania and abroad (high-ranking names, such as Tom Ford based his 2012 collection on the Romanian traditional motifs). 

The "ie" is entirely hand-made from a special fabric (called approx. in English "sheer lawn"), with exquisite embroideries on the chest, back and sleeves, with designs preserved for centuries. The signs and symbols embroidered on the Romanian blouse aren’t just random decorations, but each has its own significance, depending on the region, the seamstress, and the person who wore it.

Every "ie", along with the other items of the traditional folk costume, has its own story. Among the symbols embroidered on the blouse there is the tree or a tree-like design, which is the symbol of life, wisdom and rebirth. The fir tree is particularly drawn on the Romanian blouse, especially in the mountain rural areas, and symbolizes the immortality, a motif seldom found in Romanian mythology.

The circle or a sunflower represent the sun, day or Divinity; in Romanian tradition, the sun was at the core of life and often associated with abundance.

Other motifs related to daily activities can be found ranging from one region to another: water (either as a river or as sea waves) and fish in the fishing villages along the rivers and sea coast, wheat or corn stems in agricultural villages, wheels or coin in crafting traders’ villages, and so on.

At the same time, the colors on the blouse also vary according to the geographic region; green and gold symbolize the plains, gray, red and brown for the mountains and blue for the rivers. 

For instance, in the past, young girls from the countryside, who were not married used to wear merry colors on their blouses, combinations of red, yellow, pink & light colors, while the dark ones (brown, black, dark green) & gold were usually worn by older women, married & having a certain social statute.

● My previous greetings on the same theme: The Universal Day of the ROMANIAN BLOUSE – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
NOTE: Dear readers, please be advised that on this website each of the previous postings, pertaining to the recurrent annual themes, portray a different perspective of the subject/s presented (same theme/s, but a different outlook without duplication due to the cultural richness of the specific topic/s discussed). 

PARTNERSHIP: June 2024 – The ROMANIAN BLOUSE Day

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June 20, 2024: SUMMER solstice

 A warm welcome to a new SUMMER! 

“Summer Solstice” (also called “aestival summer”, or “aestival solstice”, or “Midsummer”) is an annual planetary event, noticed by everyone throughout the world, this year occurring on June 20^th – an instance which marks the longest day of the year, as well as the beginning of lengthening nights & shortening days. 
Solstice occurs when one of the Earth’s poles has its maximum tilt toward the Sun (this happening twice a year, once in each hemisphere).

Wishing you all a truly beautiful summer! 

● My previous greetings on the same theme: SUMMER Solstice – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019

June 2024: Happy FATHER’s Day!

Father's Day is a great opportunity to appreciate the love and effort of our fathers. This holiday honors all fathers, grandfathers, great-grandfathers, and father figures for their contribution. The Day was created to complement Mother's Day.

F-fantastic, A-awesome, T-terrific, H-honorable, E-excellent, R-remarkable…This sums up a good dad...

Wishing all fathers out there to feel loved & appreciated! Happy Father's Day!

● Suggestions on how to spend the day

Many people in Canada celebrate Father’s Day in a variety of ways to express their love and gratitude to fathers or father figures.

Father’s Day activities include (but are not limited to):

- Participating in Father’s Day fun runs and other events in which the proceeds go towards charity or prostate cancer research.

- Buying presents such as neckties and other items of clothing, chocolates, books or equipment for various types of hobbies.

- Giving handmade or purchased cards.

- Breakfasts, brunches, lunches, or dinners either at home or in restaurants.

- Taking fathers or father figures out to the movies, the park, the zoo, or another place of interest.

Some people organize joint Father’s Day parties and activities with close friends and family. Those who live away from their fathers or father figures may make long-distance phone calls, send an email or online card, or arrange for gifts to be delivered on Father’s Day.  Some museums and other venues open to the general public may host special Father’s Day celebrations where fathers and father figures can enter free of charge.

● My previous greetings on the same theme:  FATHER’s Day – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019

TIME – priceless in every way

The most extraordinary feature of time is its fantastic preciousness – its value is unfathomable, its power is truly inestimable, and its potential is something which we cannot even begin calculating. We’ve all noticed often that a minute is enough to win a victory, a second could be enough to make you the richest man in the world, and a fraction of a sec­ond can make a difference between life and death.

As we go through life, we realise for ourselves that, if there is anything in the world which will never come back, it is time; once time crosses into the threshold of the past, it never again returns to the ‘present’. Those who have realised this basic truth of life, never allow time to pass away unused.

Until and unless we set up a time-table for ourselves and make a general division of time for the various tasks and jobs at our hand, time will keep slipping away with its golden opportunities unnoticed...unplanned living is the surest way to waste it….

For your enjoyment, here are few thoughts received from a dear friend, worth sharing further….pleasant reading, dear ones!

“Canon in D Major” – by Pachelbel (classical music)

PERCEPTION...

“In the last Quarter of Life”

“A lot of us are in the last quarter of life and I share without politics, religion, race cards. Just gentle thoughts: You know, time has a way of catching you off-guard about how quickly it travels.

It feels like just yesterday that I was young and ready to start adult-life. And in a way it feels like eons ago, and I wonder where the years have gone.

I know I lived them all. I remember all my hopes and dreams. I remember the plans I made.

And suddenly, here I am in the last quarter.

How did I get here so fast? Where have the years gone and where did my youth go?

I can recall looking at older people, thinking how long it will take for me to get where they are. That I am still in my youth, that I have many years ahead. At that time I could not even think of being where I am now. And yet, here I am.

My friends are retired, they all have grey hair, they move much slower than they did and when I look at them, I see older people. Some are in a better and some a worse condition than me. But I see the big difference. They are no longer the youthful, carefree, full-of-life friends.

Just like me, age shows. And we are now the older people we used to look at and thought it was still a long way off.

I find that these days, taking a shower takes its toll on my breath and energy levels. And an afternoon nap is not just a treat, it’s become a necessity. And if I don’t, I find myself sleeping in the same chair I started reading or watching television in.

Now I have entered this new season of my life, totally unprepared for the discomfort, aches and pains, loss of energy and strength and ability to do what I could, yet sometimes didn’t. At least I know that, even though I am in the last quarter and I have no idea how long this quarter will be, when my time on earth is over, a new adventure awaits too. Yes, I do have things I wish I I had never done. Yet so thankful for those I did. It is all in a lifetime.

And if you are not in the last quarter yet, I want to remind you that it comes faster than you could anticipate. Do the things you still want to do as soon as possible. Do not procrastinate. Life runs on fast legs. Do today what you can. There is no promise that we will all see the seasons of life. Live for today. For now.

Say the words to the ones you love. Often. Hopefully some will appreciate the things you did for them. And if they don’t, it is also okay.

Life is truly a gift. Just be happy. It is after all your choice. And remember that health is a treasure, not wealth, gold and silver, property or your bank balance.

You may think that going out is the best, but believe me – coming home is much better. 
You may forget names and that is okay, because some have already forgotten that they knew you.

The things you cared about previously, you may lose interest in. If you fall asleep in your favourite chair, stay there.

Growing older is wonderful. It is comfortable. It is loaded with memories that you never grow tired of. It is an absolute treasure. Look after yourself.”

“Living in the present is a sign of practical wisdom!”

June 1, 2024 – INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN's Day

 Let’s celebrate the children of every age and race, while ensuring that every child has a smile on their face…Happy International Children’s Day!

Lumea copiilor este una fantasticã, uimitoare, unde imposibilul devine posibil! La mulți ani, tuturor copiilor - mici & mari!

My previous greetings on the same theme:  INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN's Day – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019

Alice’s Book Club – SPRING session of 2024

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MENTAL well-being

Mental health is extremely important for everyone and it needs to be carefully taken care of in order to have a good quality life. But what is this “mental health” since so many people are talking about in our society nowadays?

Well, before I progress with my thoughts on it, here I begin (as I often do) with the scholastic definition, most accredited academics of the world agreed upon: "Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influencing cognition, perception, and behaviour".

According to several organizations from the health field, mental health is "the state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and can contribute to his or her community". In other words, "it determines how an individual handles stress, interpersonal relationships, and decision-making, including subjective well-being, perceived self-efficacy, autonomy, competence, intergenerational dependence, and self-actualization of one's intellectual and emotional potential, among others".

Pretty complex, isn’t it?! Of course it is, and that’s why governments allocate tremendous resources (accessible and comprehensive) in order to empower individuals with knowledge, but it is up to each person to be willing to stay informed and up to date on this matter. 

For your reference, here I’m sharing a fragment from the Government of Canada's website (the Division of Public Health Services), which lists few valuable points, concerning mental health:

Fragment: "How can you take care of your mental health?"

Take care of your mental health in the same way you would take care of your physical health. It takes practise, patience and support.

You can maintain or improve your mental health by following the advice below:

- Know and accept that life can be challenging.

- Know and accept your strengths and weaknesses.

- Set realistic goals for yourself.

- Accept yourself and others. This is the basis of self-esteem.

- Learn to recognize and understand that you and others have both positive and negative feelings.

- Create a sense of meaning in your life by learning and trying new activities, like starting a hobby.

- Create healthy, trusting relationships with people who accept and support you.

- Building a supportive community is an important way to improve mental health.

- Making meaningful connections with your family, friends, peers, colleagues and other members of your community can help you feel: like you belong, safe and secure, free to express your thoughts and feelings on issues that are important to you.

- You can help create a healthy and safe environment where you live, learn, work and play by:

* knowing and accepting that everyone has difficulties in their lives

* taking part in local events and getting to know your neighbours

* finding ways to get involved and giving back to your community

* supporting and including people of different ages and backgrounds in your community

Also, for my Romanian readers, below I’m publishing a text written by professor, doctor Leon Dănăilă, for whom I have a tremendous respect.

(As a courtesy, here I’m publishing the text in original, asking the non-Romanian speaking readers to use the automated translator installed at the bottom of the page. Thank you!)

NOTE: Neuroplasticity is the brain’s capacity to continue growing and evolving in response to life experiences.

"Dragii mei, dragile mele,

Astăzi vreau să împărtășesc cu voi câteva modalități simple de a stimula neuroplasticitatea:

- Utilizați mâna nedominantă: Faceți activități zilnice, cum ar fi spălatul pe dinți sau folosirea furculiței cu mâna mai puțin folosită. Acest exercițiu, cunoscut sub numele de neurobice, consolidează conexiunile dintre celulele creierului.

- Călătoriți: Explorați locuri noi și expuneți-vă creierul la stimuli inediți și medii înconjurătoare noi pentru a deschide noi căi neuronale.

- Antrenați-vă memoria: Utilizați mnemotehnici pentru a vă exersa memoria, stimulând conectivitatea rețelelor neuronale.

- Citiți ficțiune: Cititul unui roman și implicarea în acțiunea acestuia îmbunătățesc conectivitatea creierului și activitatea în regiunile responsabile pentru senzații și mișcare.

- Dansați: Practicarea dansului reduce riscul de dezvoltare a bolii Alzheimer și îmbunătățește conectivitatea neuronală, datorită implicării multiplelor funcții ale creierului.

- Asigurați-vă un somn adecvat: Somnul ajută la consolidarea învățării prin creșterea spinilor dendritici și transferul informațiilor între neuroni. Recomandat este un somn de minim 7 ore pe noapte.

- Faceți exerciții fizice și meditați: 30 de minute de exerciții fizice zilnic sau meditația contribuie la formarea de noi sinapse, iar consumul de flavonoide (cacao, afine) și antioxidanți (ceai verde) susține plasticitatea creierului.

Încercați aceste metode pentru a vă menține creierul în formă și a spori agilitatea mintală, indiferent de vârstă!"

So, dear friends, reading only the brief thoughts shared above, I guess we could safely imply that more often than we think, our mental health is in our hands and taking it seriously is an essential part of our overall well-being.

Your mental health is crucial; make time for it like your life depends on it, because it does!