The Body Heals With Play, The Mind Heals With Laughter, and The Spirit Heals With Joy
Over the years I’ve helped many friends who have lost a loved one. Sending flowers, calling, taking food to the house, etc … It never seemed to be enough.
One of the most important things is that we remain constantly present through the tough times. I found this Buddhist Proverb “The body heals with play the mine heals with laughter and the spirit heals with joy.”
We’ve put together a list of activities that can help uplift their body, mind, and spirit.
The Body Heals With Play
Play Ideas to heal the body
- take up walking
- join a tennis group
- belong to the YMCA
- begin a yoga routine
- take a dance class
- stretch each day
- pilates for fun
- play baseball or touch football
- heavy gardening with friends
- never laugh at another’s expense
The Mind Heals With Laughter
Laughter Ideas to heal the mind
- intentional smiling
- befriend funny people
- get a dog
- hang out with younger people
- take up something new
- laughter meditation
- watch funny sitcom
- count your blessings
- don’t dwell on the negative
- never laugh at another’s expense
The Spirit Heal With Joy
Joyful Ideas to heal the spirit
- get plenty of sleep
- meditate
- do something for someone
- engage in mindful eating
- be grateful
- breathe deeply
- watch funny sitcom
- keep a journal
- ditch your phone
- plan you week
