WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with Kassandra Baker – Founder and Owner of Authenticity and Grace. MVNU Student Government President, Bailey Phillips also joined in the conversation.
The ladies shared the mission of this new outreach ministry.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
A special presentation will be held for students on Thursday, 3/21 at 7pm in the Barn on the campus of MVNU.
Click HERE to find out more about Authenticity and Grace.
Winter weather can cause many of us to feel a little down.
There’s no clinical diagnosis for the “winter blues,” but experts at the National Institutes of Health say the so-called winter blues are fairly common and are usually marked by feeling more down than usual, sad, or less energized. Estimates suggest anywhere from 14 to 20 percent of American adults experience seasonal mood changes. (Probably a lot more in the last few days). 🙂
Everydayhealth.com has 10 really great ideas on how to BEAT the Winter Blues.
Check out the full article HERE.
1. Lace Up Your Running Shoes and Get Moving
Getting at least 20 minutes of vigorous activity four times a week has been shown to reduce depressive mood.
2. Set Your Alarm Clock and Stick to a Sleep Routine
Tempting as it might be to sleep in on dark mornings, it’s best to stick with a regular sleep schedule — which means waking up at the same times on weekdays and weekends.
3. Queue Up a Stream of Laugh-Out-Loud Films
Experts believe that laughter actually stimulates processes in your brain that counter depressive symptoms.
4. Warm Yourself Up With a Mug of Real Hot Cocoa
5. Host a Festive Party — But Don’t Stress
Planning an event will give you something to look forward to — and it could also put you on other people’s invite lists (more fun for you!).
6. Give Yourself a Manageable Task to Accomplish
It’s important to build activities into your day — even chores, like cleaning the floor — that will give you a sense of competence and accomplishment.
Balance the hard work with little things that bring you pleasure, like treating yourself with fresh flowers or, yes, that homemade cup of hot cocoa.
7. But Don’t Let Your To-Do List Get Too Out of Hand
Don’t overwhelm yourself with lists of projects and chores just because you can’t do other activities you might spend time doing in other seasons. Decide to stop procrastinating on the unpleasant stuff that could just snowball into more stress later, like unpaid bills, so you’ll have more time to do things you do enjoy. Get the tools you need to get organized.
8. Book a Staycation — Even if It’s a Mini One
Most people get a lift when they have something to look forward to. You may not have the budget or time off of work to take an exotic trip, but it’s much easier to make time for and plan a local staycation treat, such as an afternoon ice skating with friends, trying out a new restaurant in a nearby town, or going to a concert.
9. Consider Light Therapy if You Can’t Get the Sunshine You Need
It’s dark when you leave for work and dark when you get home, so how are you going to get your daily dose of natural sunshine? A decrease in sunlight can disrupt your body’s circadian rhythms, and cause a drop in serotonin levels and Vitamin D levels, which can lead to depressive symptoms.
If you have the flexibility and the weather allows for it, schedule in an early-morning walk or lunchtime stroll. Light therapy can help regulate your body’s circadian rhythms and its natural release of the hormones that help you feel energized and the ones that help you sleep.
10. Don’t Hesitate to See Your Healthcare Professional
Chronic pain, headaches, sleep disorders, and even heart disease are all linked to depression symptoms, so check in with your healthcare provider to make sure your winter blues aren’t something more serious.
The bible is clear about the need to take time for ourselves, time to rest and recharge.
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” – 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 NIV
God created a Sabbath for a purpose – to rest!
The Morning Thing shared 20 great ideas for “Me Time”. Cyndi Barber is a writer for imom.com
Cyndi said that she learned that spending time on herself was an investment in her future self and the overall health of her family. It opened her up to greater creativity, productivity, and concentration. It balanced out the selflessness that being a mother required. Me time helped Cyndi to be a better parent because it regenerated energy levels and the ability to fully engage and connect with her family.
Check out Cyndi’s great ideas! Click HERE for the full article!
For our Morning Thing Fave 5, we shared our Mom’s favorite way to spend Me Time. Click on each name for another great idea. Now….go take some ME Time this weekend!
Daria’s Mom likes to watch Hallmark movies. Click HERE
Hunter’s Mom likes to do pallet art. Click HERE
Marcy’s Mom works on crafts, especially ceramics. Click HERE
Trevor’s Mom loves puzzles. Click HERE
Rachel’s Mom (Marcy) likes to hang out with family and watch movies. Click HERE
Today, The Morning Thing talked about honesty.
Colossians 3:9-10 New International Version (NIV) says:
9 Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.
We found 13 Ways to demonstrate Honesty from author, Frank Sonnenberg.
Click HERE for the full list.
We also shared 10 Ways to be a Man of Integrity from www.allprodad.com
Click HERE for the full article and insight on each tip from author, Mark W. Merrill.
Here are 10 ways to be men of integrity:
1. Root yourself in a moral foundation.
2. Be optimistic.
3. Don’t compartmentalize your life.
4. Be selfless.
5. Surround yourself with support.
6. Partner with a friend where you need to make progress.
7. Be in the habit of sharing everything with your wife.
8. Practice the habit of imagining the presence of someone whose opinion you value.
9. Hold your children accountable.
10. Have a “principle of the week”.
WNZR is proud to introduce you to Dr. Ron Archer.
Dr. Archer travels around the world sharing his testimony.
He will be in Mount Vernon on Saturday, 1/19 participating in the “Celebrating Life” event with Place 4 Grace.
The evening will be filled with worship music, stories from the ministry and Dr. Archer’s powerful personal testimony.
The event is at the Memorial Theatre, 112 E. High Street, Mount Vernon.
Doors open at 6:30pm. The event starts at 7pm.
*Due to the nature of Dr. Archer’s testimony, this event is not recommended for children.*
Click HERE to hear an amazing conversation that WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had with Dr. Ron Archer and Kandee Popham, Executive Director of Place 4 Grace.
Click HERE for more details about this event.
Click HERE for more details about Place 4 Grace.
Crunch Out Knox County is a youth wellness program involving Physical Education teachers and 4th grade students throughout Knox County. Students complete weekly journals, track their exercise progress and their healthy eating habits to win prizes.
WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with representatives from the United Way about the Crunch Out Program.
Marilyn Rutherford – PE Instructor at Fredericktown Elementary
Kurt Roberts – PE Instructor at Dan Emmett and East Elementary schools in Mount Vernon.
Click HERE to hear their conversation about the success of this program with the youth in our community.
Click HERE to find out more about the program and how to get involved.
Click HERE to support the United Way of Knox County.
Most of us would answer YES to this question.
January is “Get a balanced Life” Month. Today, The Morning Thing shared some incredible insight on this topic from imom.com
Janelle shared 3 work/life tips that actually work! She said that she learned a lesson the hard way from a coworker’s note that she left for her on her desk one day. It had just four words — “Leave some for home.” (ouch) Click HERE to read Janelle’s 3 tips.
Dana Hall McCain also shared an article about balance. She says that having it all, and having it stress-free is just not reality. Reducing the sense of conflict may depend more on accepting and making peace with the realities of two-career families (or working single-parent families) than on striving to juggle it all seamlessly. Dana shared 4 Myths of Work-Life Balance. Click HERE to gain more insight.
The pace of life can make every day seem like a blur of going here, going there, and trying to get a million things done in the time you do have. Lauren Dungy shares on imom.com that we all need to really think about what’s most important to our family.
Click HERE to see five steps on how to figure out how to keep first things first in your family’s life.
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to see NINE food pallets stacked with food from local elementary school collections. She visited a warehouse at Blubaugh Body & Frame to see the result of generous gifts from kids in our community.
Listen in as she talks with Cindi Doolittle and Sandra Fithian of Psi Iota Xi and Linda Owens of Delta Kappa Gamma about this county-wide collection.
Marcy also talked with representatives from The Salvation Army and Interchurch Social Services about how these gifts will impact their ministries.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Click HERE to give to the 2018 Food For The Hungry Drive.
WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with Lori Totman from the Knox County Parks District about their event to support Food For The Hungry. Fire and Ice will be held Saturday, December 8th from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.
Over 600 luminaries will light your paths to Honey Run Waterfall and the Kokosing State Scenic River. Honey Run Waterfall is one of Knox County’s most spectacular natural gems and is absolutely mesmerizing with the hundreds of candle-lit snowflake bags. Please stay for holiday treats and enjoy a roaring bonfire! Be sure to bring a canned food item(s) for the Food For The Hungry drive. Deposit your food gift in one of the boxes provided. Last year patrons donated 115 lbs. of food and we hope to surpass that number this year. The Knox County Park District thanks you for your generosity to our neighbors and friends in need!
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Click HERE to give to the 2018 Food For The Hungry Drive.
