Wellness Wednesday and Thanksgiving Wishes

NaBloPoMo-Day26

I just returned from a
busy day away from home ...
and want to wish everyone who is celebrating
a very Happy Thanksgiving Day tomorrow ...
and to those who aren't ... have a delightful day doing whatever!

and after you enjoy that yummy traditional meal,
remember to take a pleasant walk ...

Thought for Today
"Above all, do not lose your desire to walk. Every day I walk myself into a state of well-being and walk away from every illness. I have walked myself into my best thoughts, and I know of no thought so burdensome that one cannot walk away from it." Soren Kierkegaard

What kind of Helper are You?

NaBloPoMo-Day19

While clearing out my 'drafts' folder, I came across this post ... created last July (on the 12th apparently) and then forgotten about completely until I happened on it today ... so I've decided to change the date & publish it ... just because. Enjoy ;--)

After reading my Just for Fun (and perhaps a little insight too) post (that contains a different quiz ... equally intriguing), MPJ shared her responses at A Room of Mama's Own along with her results for this Quiz ...

You Are 5: The Investigator

You're independent - and a logical analytical thinker. My 'ex' and perhaps a few friends would laugh at the descriptor 'analytical' as related to me, so perhaps this part of my results are 'off' ... You love learning and ideas... and know things no one else does. This, however, may be more accurate, though there's much I don't know and probably never will. Bored by small talk, you refuse to participate in boring conversations. The older I get, the more true this is for me. You are open minded. A visionary. You understand the world and may change it. This one definitely 'resonates' with me ... At Your Best: You are sharp, inventive, and creative. You have the skills to lead the world. ... and so does this ;--) At Your Worst: You are reclusive, weird, and a bit paranoid. The older I get, the more reclusive I've become. I may be weird, but don't think I could be described as paranoid at all. Your Fixation: Greed This strikes me as odd, but I do have trouble letting go of things ... so perhaps there's something here for me to consider. Your Primary Fear: Being useless or incompetent. I'm not sure I would have thought this true either, but perhaps unconsciously there's a kernel of something in this as well? Your Primary Desire: Being competent and needed ... especially if this is true of me. Other Number 5's: Bill Gates, John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, Bjork, and Stephen Hawking. I certainly don't mind being included in this group, but i don't see myself as 'driven' enough to fit in here. ;--)

What Number Are You?

So ... are you ready to take this quiz and share ... either in comments below or on your blog? Perhaps you might also consider the quiz in my July post that started all this? If you share on your blog, please leave a link so I can follow along.

Thought for Today
"If you cannot be the poet, be the poem." David Carradine

Just for Fun ... (and perhaps a little insight too)

Melissa (of Taking What is Left) shared a Personality Type Quiz site, and although I've taken (and taught workshops on) the Myers-Briggs
(& Kiersey-Bates) personality profiles for years, I decided to take this abbreviated online quiz and share the results here. I offer an invitation
to others to give it a go and share their results. It could make for an interesting discussion. My results seem fairly consistent with past findings, however I'm not a vegetarian and I'm much less stubborn
than I used to be ... once upon a time ;--)

Your answers suggest you are an Idealist

The four aspects that make up this personality type are:

Summary of Idealists

1. Make sense of the world using inner values
2. Focus on personal growth and the growth of others
3. Think of themselves as bright, forgiving and curious
4. May sometimes appear stubborn

More about Idealists

Idealists put time and energy into developing personal values that they use as a guide through life. They may seek fulfillment by helping others improve themselves and often want to make the world a better place. Idealists only share their inner values with people they respect.

Idealists are the most likely group to say they are vegetarian, according to a UK survey.

Idealists enjoy discussions about a wide range of topics, particularly those that deal with the future. They are typically easy-going and flexible, but if their values are challenged they may refuse to compromise.

In situations where they can’t use their talents or are unappreciated, Idealists may have trouble expressing themselves and withdraw. Under extreme stress, Idealists may become very critical of others, or lose confidence in their own ability to cope.

Recognition for their work is important to Idealists; however, they are also good at spotting false praise.

Idealist Careers

Idealists are often drawn to jobs where they can help people reach their potential. They are also attracted to careers that allow artistic creativity.

It's important to remember that no survey can predict personality type with 100 percent accuracy. Experts say that we should use personality type to better understand ourselves and others, but shouldn't feel restricted by our results.

If you'd like to take the test click here.

Thought for Today
"Learn to ... be what you are, and learn to resign with a good grace all that you are not." Henri Frederic Amiel