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March - Beauty Is…
Beauty can be defined in many ways. Over centuries, people argued about its true meaning. The Oxford dictionary defines it as "A combination of qualities, such as shape, color, or form, that pleases the aesthetic senses, especially the sight." The philosopher and teacher, Confucius, however, said that "Everything has beauty but not everyone sees it." So, what is beauty? Is it defined by the symmetry of your face, your age, color, race, gender, body shape, or weight? Or is it defined by what you see in the media or by popular culture? Or does it come from a person’s character? Offer your reflections about physical, spiritual, and visual beauty. Why beauty is important?
June- Gratitude
The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what an individual receives. Grateful people acknowledge the goodness in their lives and recognize that goodness comes from outside themselves. How does gratitude JANUARY 2022
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help people connect to something larger than themselves as individuals —other people, nature, or a higher power? Why is it important to be grateful? How does this change people for better? How do people express their gratitude in various cultures? How can people cultivate gratitude?
August - Anything is Possible
Many of us have heard before that “anything is possible” with the right amount of hard work, talent, and perseverance. Is that idea true or is it something we tell ourselves to feel better? How do we determine if our ideas are really possible or they are just a wishful thinking? How do we make our desires come true? When you open your mind to possibilities, you are able to recognize that there are numerous choices available to you. Share some experiences that taught you that eanything is possible; reflect on “anything is possible” mindset. What can you do to gain awareness and expand your vision?
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