Reflection - Gratitude Practice 365

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of the blog series called "Gratitude Practice 365". Today is the last day of the month of November 2021 and I am writing and composing reflections. I have been writing, uploading and polishing the Gratitude Practice 365 blog series since January 1, 2021. Since then every day, without missing a single day or delay, the blog has been written and uploaded. The momentum is still ON. I recognize and comprehend the blog series for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• I have been passionately and devotedly writing and composing gratitude practice 365 blog series. While diving into this notion, gratitude practice broadens my perspective and strengthens my writing skills

• My passion and enthusiasm are still ON and the momentum of this blog series will end on 31 December 2021. This is my one-year journey and there are many ups and downs in my personal, professional and social life however, the energy and drive for writing the gratitude practice 365 blog series is approaching the 365 aspects of the gratitude

• The most significant and valuable blogs of this month are special celebrations, reaching out, gratitude note, remembrance day, transition, world children's day, paint and brushes and share a dish- share a story. I am blessed with a variety of ventures and projects and that is reflected in my blogs 

• This blog series awards me a sense of achievement, accomplishment, fulfilment and satisfaction. At the end, it affects my mental health and wellbeing

• This my incredible journey with Gratitude Practice 365. Try to find some enterprises and approaches that will soothes your personal, professional and social needs, is the thought of the day

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Diverse Caregivers Access Project (DCAP)

 

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of the Diverse Caregivers Access Project (DCAP) facilitated by Davina Hang, coordinated by Abdul Rashid Athar and led by Stephanie Conant. I was part of the project as a participant and a note-taker. I recognize and comprehend the DCAP project for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Diverse caregivers access project was organized and funded by Woodgreen and powered by the Centre for ageing + brain health innovation. It was 4 sessions and well facilitated and coordinated with a variety of activities and videos. Every session commenced with the following steps such as:

• Everybody introduced themselves to the group

• Attendees mentioned purposes and why are they here for the session. A variety of pieces mentioned by the attendees such as someone taking care of an aunt, father, husband, family members and someone was a caregiver with dementia and forgetfulness issues

• Video calling guidelines were discussed

• Guidelines and privacy/confidentiality were explained

• Land acknowledgement for Toronto by Davina Hang

• Our commitment to caregivers statement was described to the attendees

• Everyone shared their emotions and feelings towards the session

• The taken insight and learning from the sessions were:

• Practice CARER

• What is the meaning of caregiving?

• Who needs caregiving?

• What are the challenges?

• What are your caregiving experiences?

• Solution finding videos were shared

• Caregiver's perspectives were shared

• What are the redirecting activities?

• Self-care breaks

• How to overcome language barriers?

• How to take care of yourself?

• What are the different ways to get informed?

• Access caregivers resources

• Get involved

• This was my incredible journey with Diverse Caregivers Access Project (DCAP). Find training, sessions, project or webinars that will soothes your professional, personal, social and emotional need, is the thought of the day

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Tandori Rotian

 

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of preparing tandori rotian at home. Tandori roti is an all-time favourite for everyone. I prepared it at home in the oven. It was hot, aromatic and delicious. This is my very own recipe and I learned it after trial and error. I recognize and comprehend its value for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• The ingredients of this roti are all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, yogurt, milk, baking powder, baking soda and coconut oil. Mix all ingredients and prepare a fine dough then leave it for 2 to 3 hours. Turn the oven to high heat and make rotian. It hardly takes 5 minutes to prepare

• The most significant part is that it is fresh, very warm, tasty, aromatic and delicious. Even you can have it without any curry. You may create your own version such as garlic nan, green nan, butter nan, til wale nan, kalonji nan, mustard nan and whatever you like, you can add

• Tandori roti harmonizes very well with a qorma, nihari, chicken or mutton karahi, bhaji, fried beef, namkeen karahis, kaleji, fried lentils and even with aloo ki sabzi and leftover can be eaten in the breakfast

• Tandori rotian are so flavourful, while preparing, it proffers joy, pleasure, happiness, satisfaction and sense of achievement. Try to make some at home, is the thought of the day

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Share a dish - Share a story

 

Today I am grateful for and thankful for participating in a virtual event called "Share a dish - Share a story" funded by Woodgreen, supported by TNO and offered by E Heroes. Today's session was hosted and coordinated by Viji Pal and facilitated by Riffat Fatima and Rukhsana Athar. I appreciate and recognize today's session for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Share a dish - share a story was a remarkable virtual gathering to spark an intergenerational connection between seniors and youth. This session was planned very well such as selection of the recipes, instructions, facilitation and hosted/coordinated by Viji Pal

• All ingredients and supplies were provided yesterday. There were 20+ ingredients in the package including onions, celery, spinach, green chillies, coriander, carrot, bottle gourd, garlic, ginger, cream, tomato paste, chickpeas, oil, turmeric, red chillies, crushed chillies, coriander powder, quinoa and cumin powder.  It was funded by Woodgreen and supported by TNO

• The session was commenced with the land acknowledgment then proceeded with the facilitators. Viji Pal explained today's session with a PowerPoint presentation

• The first recipe was instructed by Riffat Fatima that was creamy quinoa soup. She guided and supervised very well and everyone followed her directions. The soup was ready within 35 minutes. It was so aromatic, appetizing and flavourful

• The second recipe was directed and instructed by Rukhsana Athar. It was Calabash curry made with bottle gourd. The curry was ready within 25 minutes as all ingredients were chopped and ready before this session. Calabash curry was easy to cook, aromatic and delicious

• This was the first time ever in my life I enjoyed cooking with my fellows virtually. My son was holding the camera all the time showing my cooking virtually. Both children were enjoying and assisting me. It was a family fun engagement and get together

• I noticed and realized the sense of belongingness and connectedness with the community. Everyone shared a story linking with ingredients or the recipes such as bottle gourd is used to prepare halwa, kheer, raita, with lentils, with mutton and one person connect with the religious faith. Stories were shared and people got the insight and deep connectivity with the dishes

• The final dishes with garnish were shared and eaten together. I was deeply connected with a session. I noticed giggles n chuckles, joy, pleasure and happiness. Sense of achievement and satisfaction was clearly observed. It was positively affecting mental health, wellbeing and wellness. In the end, there were 3 lucky draws that kept the momentum on all the time

• Personally, I do highly recommend these sessions to the community at this time of the COVID 19. The below picture is my preparations and final dishes

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Grape

Today I am grateful for and comprehend the significance of the fruit called "Grape". This is an incredible fruit with lots of health benefits. Grapes are consumed and eaten regardless of gender, age and socioeconomic status. I appreciate and recognize its value for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Grapes are loaded with precious antioxidants, nutrients, vitamin C and K. It has a tremendous effect on physical and emotional health. Grapes have a variety of species and appear in a variety of tones and tastes such as red, green, blue, black, yellow, brown and pink. All of them are distinct in taste and aroma

• Grapes are really beneficial for heart health, blood pressure, cholesterol, eyes, memory, mood, bones and boost immunity. Grapes are a real blessing to humanity

• A variety of products are prepared with grapes such as jam, jelly, marmalade, juice, nectar, syrup, smoothies, salads, mixtures, slaws, medicine, herbs and a lot more

• Grapes are easily available in the local markets, regular and organic ones. Fresh and raw are called grapes and dried ones are called raisins and munaqa. Wine is also prepared with grapes with a specific process 

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International day for the elimination of violence against Women

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of international day for the elimination of violence against women. November 25 is declared by United Nations to be honoured and acknowledged around the globe for eliminating violence against women. Women are the most significant member of society in a variety of ways. The world's existence/survival is actually dependent on the women's functionality. I recognize and comprehend the importance of women in a variety of ways for instance:

• Women have many appearances and profiles under this umbrella term such as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, fiance, partner, colleague, aunt, niece, friend, boss and sportswomen. Every character is loaded with a variety of responsibilities

• If a woman is healthy, strong, gets fair treatment and is not treated badly then she would be fully functional and productive. This may impact society as a whole. Women around the world are suffering for decades in a variety of ways and that suffering causes emotional, behavioural and psychological damage

• This day is acknowledged and recognized for eliminating violence against women around the globe. Violence against women has various applications such as physical abuse, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, harassment, gender discrimination, biases, inheritance, dowry, preventing them to get married, exploitation and not acknowledge or disrespect 

• This day is for awareness and recognition. Organizations and institutions arrange lectures, offer webinars, training, workshop and sessions for highlighting the significance of women and their contributions. They may further focus on policies and protocols to prevent violence against women

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Turmeric

 

Today I am grateful for this incredible ingredient/spice called "Turmenic". It is a yellow spice and is easily available in grocery stores. Turmeric is used in south Asian cuisine for decades and even it is a part of every meal except sweet dishes. Turmeric has immense health benefits and is good for the body. I appreciate and recognize its benefits for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Turmeric proffers a yellow tone to the meal. It has a bioactive compound called curcumin that has tremendous effects on the body and brain. Its medicinal properties are countless that is why it is used as a herb, medicine and supplements

• Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties, is very soothing to the sour throat, inflammation, pain, swelling and redness

• There are some cuisines that can not be prepared without turmerics such as Karhi, lentils, vegetables, tehari, chat papri and turmeric milk

• Turmeric milk is very common in south Asian culture after having any cut, injury, wound or scar. It boosts the healing and faster the recovery process 

• Nowadays there are a variety of beauty products with turmeric available in the market such as creams, lotions, balms, ubtan and other skincare produce

• Personally, turmeric is my favourite spice or herb and I use it in every single cuisine and sometimes use it in smoothies 

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Depression - Part # 2

 

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of today's Facebook live session titled "Depression" on Malton Bazm-E-Khawateen page. This session was hosted and coordinated by Gulnaz Rehan and facilitated by Arshi Ali (Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying). I recognize and comprehend the importance of today's session for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Malton Bazm-E-Khawateen is exclusively focusing on women and their wellbeing in a variety of ways. This is a great platform for spreading awareness regarding wellness, wellbeing and mental health

• Gulnaz Rehan has been coordinating and hosting these sessions very well. She prepares flyers, focuses on marketing, coordinating with questions, tagging and hosting. I genuinely appreciate her tireless efforts 

• Today's session was part two of the last session about depression. Today's session focused on the following subjects:

• Causes of depression

• Prevention of depression such as avoiding drugs and alcohol, sleep, drugs and proper nutrition

• Other practices for preventing depression might be:

• Gratitude Practice

• Positive affirmations

• Deep breathing

• Emotional Diet

• Socialization

• Adapt hobbies

• Declutter

• ME Time

• Instant chargers

• Practice forgiveness

• Power nap

• Focus on daily wellness

• Journaling

• Self-compassion

• Reflection

• Enjoy nature

• Treatment modalities

• Resources were shared at the end of the session

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Paint and brushes

 

Today I am grateful for and recognize the significance of paint and brushes. It has a tremendous impact on mental health and wellbeing. Paint and brushes are popular regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic status and region around the world. Anyone and everyone is capable of using paint and brushes and to create their very own masterpiece. I noticed and comprehend the importance of paint and brushes for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Paint and brushes are the means/medium to express thoughts, feelings and emotions. It is a bridge to transition emotions through paints and brushes

• Paint is a medium to express true inner self that is why it affects mental health and wellbeing. People do feel relaxed, loosen themselves through colours. Every colour represents/symbolizes something such as white is linked with peace 

• Paint can be used via brushes or with hands and is the safest way to ground a thought into a canvas/card/paper/cloth

• Children love to paint and use brushes. They paint, sketch and create their drawing or painting. While painting, you may notice their peace and satisfaction. While playing with paint and brushes, they try to play with colours and express their emotions

• People do release emotions while using paints. It helps them to reduce anxiety, nervousness and tension. Paint and brushes are part of art therapy and art n craft activity

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Bones

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the 206 bones in the human body including my body too. Bones are the crucial and most significant part of the body organs. I recognize and comprehend the significance of bones for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Bones are the most crucial portion of the body, it gives structure to the body, helps to move in an appropriate way, interact with other organs in a variety of ways and protect the organs

• Bones are composed of calcium that is made with connective tissues and with bone cells. Bones have a component inside called bonemarrow

• The muscular and skeletal systems work together to protect the body and are called the musculoskeletal system. Bones are attached with the muscles to function properly

• Bones issues and problems are indications of diseases and sickness. Pay attention to addressing these issues such as pain, broken bones, fractures or any genital issues or problems

• Bones promote a variety of body functions such as walking, sitting, holding, controlling, using hands and feet or typing or drawing something, you always need bones to coordinate properly

• If you are good with fine and gross motor skills, be thankful for having healthy bones and muscles. Bones are a blessing for a human being

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World Children's Day

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the day is being honoured and acknowledged around the world named "Worlds Children's Day". November 20 is the day to recognize the significance of children around the globe. Children are the future of any nation and the world. The survival of the world is dependent on children. I appreciate and recognize the importance of the day for a variety of reasons, such as:

• Children are blessings and miracles of life. This day is being observed to highlight the significance of the children and their impact on society. This day is identified to acknowledge through webinars, conferences, conventions, lectures, speeches and talks. This is mainly focused on making policies and plans for the betterment of children around the world

• In advance countries such as Canada, Australia, UK and USA mainly focused on children and their rights. They have reliable policies and laws to protect children from possible neglect, abuse or damage. Children Aid Society is very active to identify these issues and get involved by law

• Even counsellors and social workers are in every school to address these issues. At this platform, I would highly recommend there must be some laws or agencies in Pakistan to address child abuse or neglect ethically and morally. Even parents don't realize that their abuse can cause permanent damage and impairment in the personality of the child

• Children are the source of joy, pleasure and happiness in one's life. You may hear a giggle n chuckle, laugh and smile in the presence of a child. It gives immense satisfaction and eternal fulfilment 

• I am blessed with three children and enjoying my life with them especially their conversation, eating with them, playing games, listening to their stories and appreciating their presence. My incredible life journey with them is ON

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Taste buds - Tongue

Today I am grateful for and comprehend the significance of taste buds that's the exterior portion of the tongue. Taste buds are a blessing and no one can deny the importance of the taste buds and it's functionality. Today I appreciate taste buds for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Taste buds are one of the sensory elements to taste the food and identify its taste. Taste buds active even looking at food and motivate the person to eat or drink 

• Everyone has 5 primary taste buds such as sweet, bitter, savoury, salty and sour. The food tickles the taste buds then these taste buds identify the flavour and sometimes before eating, our senses in the nose identify the flavour through aroma. It is not guaranteed that the food smell good will taste good

• Food tickle and sometimes have a strong punch to the taste buds. Flavour and taste pass satisfaction, joy and pleasure. Sometimes taste buds are active before tasting food due to the aroma or by looking at the food

• Taste buds are affected by a variety of illnesses and ailments such as fever, malaria, typhoid and even COVID 19. People have lost their taste of food and it's the evidence if something wrong 

• In some cases thoughts, feelings and emotions affect taste buds such as bad experiences or news suppress the functionality of the taste buds and the person can't experience the full flavour or taste of the food

• Taste buds are alive and activated since childhood with a specific taste or flavour as some people do prefer spicy, some like sour and some people do like sweet

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Spirituality and Recovery

Today, I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of the webinar named "Spirituality and Recovery" offered by EHN Canada. The webinar was hosted by Jeremy and facilitated by Colette Currin. The objectives of today's webinar were to explore the connection between spirituality and recovery, meanings of spirituality as it is varied from person to person and spirituality as another way of recovery with a specialized treatment plan. I recognize and comprehend the importance of today's webinar for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• EHN Canada has been presenting a series of webinars in addiction, mental health and well-being. These webinars are promoting and spreading awareness and knowledge and helping professionals to identify issues and connect the clients with related services

• These webinars are a huge support at this time of the COVID 19. Being a professional, my knowledge expanded regarding mental health and addiction and that further heightened my insight

• Today's webinar was facilitated by Colette Currin. She is a Counsellor and National Director of Business Development for Military, Veterans, and First Responders, EHN Canada

• Today's insight and learning philosophy from the webinar is:

• What is the difference between religion and spirituality

• Understand the predicament (problem-solution)

• Free the mind - How?

• The mistreated mind

• Self-compassion might connect with mindfulness, kindness and connectedness

• Substance-related and addictive disorders - DSM 5

• Diagnosis of the problem: lack of power

• The prescription of the solution: self-regulation

• The decision to surrender to that power

• What is blocking spirit? Removing the barriers

• Colette Currin discussed barriers in detail

• Suggestions to stay unblocked - steps were discussed

• So...Therapeutic modalities or spiritual wisdom?

• In the end, the Q & A were addressed. This is my incredible learning and ongoing journey with EHN Canada. Find webinar, session or training that soothes or nurture your personal, social, spiritual or professional need is the question of the day

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Fall - Season

Today I am grateful for and recognize the significance of the season named "Fall". Nowadays here in Canada is the fall season. Leaves have been changing colours and transitioning very well towards winter. Fall comes right after summer. Every season has its own specialty and rituals. I appreciate and comprehend the importance of the Fall season for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Every region around the globe has rituals, customs and ceremonies to celebrate the season. Fall is distinct from other seasons in a variety of ways. This season commences right after summer. Leaves start changing colours and start falling from trees, birds flying to another destination, breeze bit cold and grass turning into different colour

• This season leads a variety of enterprises and actions such as jackets are now in, body and hand lotion is used, a warm water bath is in demand, hot beverages are part of the lifestyles (coffee, tea and soups)

• Fall affects thoughts, feelings and emotions. Energy level changes in this season. People might be in resting mode and enjoy their life differently. This is my journey with this season, what is yours? is the question of the day

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Depression - Malton Bazm-E-Khawateen

 

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the Facebook live session titled "Depression" on Malton Bazm-E-Khawateen page. Today's session was hosted and coordinated by Gulnaz Rehan and facilitated by Arshi Ali (Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying). I acknowledge and recognize today's session for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Malton Bazm-E-Khawateen has been executing a crucial role in facilitating and promoting mental health awareness and wellbeing in the community. Malton Bazm-E-Khawateen closely focuses on mental health, fostering insight and encouraging the community to focus on wellness

• I do appreciate Gulnaz Rehan's hosting and coordination skills. Gulnaz always prepares flyers, properly coordinate the promotion of the session, follow up, facilitate a live session, read messages and performs every assigned task and the success of the session's credit goes to her

• Arshi Ali is a registered psychotherapist, blogger, mentor, researcher and parenting coach. She is Ph.D. in clinical psychology (Canadian Credential), PMDCP, BTMH and M.A in clinical psychology. Arshi is an expert in treating depression, anxiety, phobia and adjustment difficulties

• Today's insight and notion regarding the session is:

• Depression facts

• Signs and symptoms of depression

• DSM Criteria

• Warning signs of depression

• Risk factors of depression

• The session will resume next week to continue the depression, prevention and its treatment. Stay tuned

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Roller

 

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of roller. The roller is found in every household around the globe in a variety of capacities. The roller is most of the time made with wood. Today I recognize and comprehend its importance for a variety of reasons, such as:

• The primary function of the roller is to roll/flat/glid/level/smooth/turn the dough in a particular contour and size. The roller is used by hands and sometimes with the feet 

• The roller appears in a variety of measurements, dimensions, shades, materials and textures. You may find a roller in the form of  plastic, metal and wooden 

• In the Asian culture, a roller is used to make bread, roti, chapati, paratha, pita bread, nan, shermal, taftan, roghni nan, tandoori roti and wrap

• In most of the regions, the roller is used to play with the dough. Children have their own roller to roll the playdough and their creativity translate via this medium or roller and play dough

• Roller has a variety of other applications such as it is the symbol of violence in the abusive relationship between partners, children use to play whenever their mothers are not in the kitchen and sometimes it is used as a paperweight

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Transition - A Journey

Today I am grateful for being aware of the philosophy of life called "Transition". It is the fall season here in Canada, everything is transitioning from one state to another, for instance, leaves are changing colours from green to yellow, orange, red than brown. After changing colour, they fall from the tree, become part of the earth, and blend very well with nature. After winter, the tree has a new leaf and the cycle goes on. I recognize and appreciate this transition/transformation/shift for the continuation and rhythm of life. This transition is visible in a variety of ways such as:

• The transition from day to night

• Moon is transitioning from size and connection with the earth

• Sun is moving/shifting from one state to another

• Human beings are changing and go through a variety of developmental stages and that's a transition 

• Animals are also a part of change/transition/shift very well

• Even language skills, personal growth and development constantly transition from one state to another

• Time is changing every second

• My journey with transition is constantly evolving and emerging. I am trying my level best to adapt and accommodate the transition, that's my vision of life. What is yours? is the thought of the day

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World Kindness Day

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of world kindness day. November 13 is acknowledged and honoured as a world kindness day around the world. This day is for recognizing the significance of kindness and its overall impact on humans and the community. This day reminds us to be kind and gentle. There are a variety of ways, small gestures and words to manifest kindness, compassion and serve humanity. Kindness can be revealed in a variety of paths such as:

• A smile is always a welcoming and kind gesture

• Serving or helping someone without any benefits

•  Advising someone 

• Encouraging to pursue goals

• Invite someone for lunch or dinner

• Cook for a sick person

• Helping someone for babysitting

• Don't throw garbage 

• Nursing sick people

• Encouraging or helping colleagues in the projects  

• Promoting positive vibes

• Remove garbage or rock from the pathways

• Take your turn 

• Be in the line

• Always with the soft tone

• Be kind by your gesture, attitude, behaviour and even by your tone. There are many ways you can adopt and practise kindness, so what are you waiting for

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Chickpeas

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of chickpeas around the globe. Chickpeas belong to the legume family and appear in a variety of colours such as beige, green, black, brown or red. I appreciate and recognize its importance for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Chickpeas are rich in nutrients such as protein, potassium, Vit B, magnesium, selenium and fibre. All of the nutrients are beneficial to the body. Chickpeas are linked with good heart health, diabetes, weight loss and cholesterol

• Chickpeas are versatile legumes and it blends very well with spices and other ingredients. It tastes varied the way it is prepared, for instance, boiled, roasted, fried, steam, slow cook, BBQ with spices, all of the varieties are very distinct in taste, flavour and aroma. However, boiled chickpeas taste a little bit sweet and tickle the taste buds

• There are a variety of cuisines prepared and cooked with chickpeas, such as chickpeas pulao/biryani, hummus, chickpeas with chicken, chickpeas with eggs, chickpeas with potatoes, roasted chickpeas, chickpeas curry, chickpeas with paya, salad, chat papri, kathiawari chole, smoothies and its flour is used to prepare for baking goods/chapati/roti/paratha/pita bread

• Chickpeas are available in the market in a variety of forms, such as organic, regular, flour and their prices are varied, basically depending on the prepared products and ingredients

• This is my incredible journey with chickpeas. I love chickpeas in the form of hummus, chat papri, gravy with pori, dahi bare chole, chickpeas with chicken and eggs. What is your favourite mode of consuming chickpeas is the thought of the day

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Remembrance Day - Canada

Today I acknowledge the significance of Remembrance Day in the history of Canadian society, however, originally it was called armistice day on November 11 at 11 am. November 11 is the day to pay respect, honour and acknowledge the veterans who battled/fought and died for the country. Remembrance day is symbolized with the poppy flower. The poppy was the only plant that grew on the battlefield at that time. The poppy represents the infinite and countless sacrifices of the veterans who died in world war one and later fight or conflict. I acknowledge and appreciate the sacrifices of the Canadian veterans and am proud of them

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Parent Council - TDSB

Today I am grateful for and appreciate for serving the parent council in the capacity of Co-Chair of Valley Park Middle School (VPMS) for this academic year. The parent council of every school is to serve the parent community and bridge between parents, school, trustee, school board and superintendent. This is an executive position, however, having multiple layers to harmonize with the system. Every school has a parent council and the provision to engage with the council, you must be a parent of the child who is attending school. I comprehend and recognize its significance for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• The parent council is a great way to engage with the school and the system. It is the higher engagement process and serves the parent community. The parent council is meant to represent parents, their voices, concerns and affairs

• The parent council is appreciated and acknowledged by the board in a variety of capacities and capabilities. Board offers a variety of facilities to the parent council such as email address, zoom, messenger and any other medium of communication with the parent community

• The parent council has a small budget and allowance to focus on engagement and offer workshops, training, webinars and session to the parent community

• The parent council is elected every year with the start of the school and runs throughout the year. You may find exact parent council engagement while googling the concept. I am satisfied with the parent council and happy to serve the parent community

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Peanuts

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the value of peanuts and their flavourful punch to the taste buds. Peanuts are not classified in the category of nuts, it is ranked under the legumes and lentils category. Peanuts are part of the snack or bite of every household in the winter. People regardless of their age, gender and socioeconomic status, love tasting peanuts. I recognize and comprehend its significance for a variety of  reasons, for instance:

• Peanuts are an excellent source of Vit E, copper, folate, magnesium and are rich in protein, unsaturated fat and fibre. It tastes comparable to walnut and almonds

• Peanuts are good for health and have a tremendous impact on heart health, cholesterol and  weight loss

• Peanuts are part of royal cuisine in various ways, such as Mughlai chicken. Peanuts are part of Hyderabadi cuisine for decades, for instance, green chillies ka salan and bhagare began. Now it is a part of continental salads, soups, sauces and rice  

• Nowadays, peanuts are available in a variety of tastes and flavours, such as salty, sweet, raw, spicy, with herbs and roasted. Most of the time peanuts are available in the market with blended flavours such as peanut butter or jam

• Commercially a variety of edible products of peanuts are available, for instance, cookies, pie, butter, hummus, peanut sauce, toffee, lollipops, candy, laddu, sweets, halwa and trail mix

• I found peanuts monogram/logo on tea-shirts, peanuts rings, necklaces, earrings for teenagers, peanuts logo on shoes, wristwatch or school bags and lunch bags

• Some people have serious allergies to peanuts. In Canada, peanuts and their products are banned in schools as some children exhibit life-threatening allergies to peanuts. Be cautious, while offering someone peanuts is the thought of the day

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Toronto Pearson Airport

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of Toronto Pearson Airport. Toronto is blessed with this international airport facility. This airport is located at 6301 Dart Dr, Mississauga, Ontario. Pearson airport is the main junction that is served Toronto and related areas. Pearson airport is the largest and busiest airport in Canada. This airport was known as Malton Airport and was established in 1937. I recognize its importance for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Pearson Airport offers a variety of services and transitions in a variety of ways such as departure, arrivals, transition, connecting flights and a lot more. Toronto Pearson Airport is a blessing for the GTA and the connecting cities

• I had been at Toronto Pearson Airport on a variety of dates to take my flight and I noticed that the ambience or environment is very appealing, adorable, uncluttered and tidy

• The customer service is excellent. A variety of Accommodations are available on-demand and support/assistance is invariably there. They endeavour to accommodate your every single need. I noticed and recognized that it gives immense satisfaction to the customer and positively affect their mental health, wellness and wellbeing

• Toronto Pearson Airport is the safest and secure place to transition such as depart or land or connect with the destination. Toronto Pearson Airport do follow the international protocols for safety and protection

• The most fascinating and knowledgeable aspect of the airport is that there is a designated room to offer prayer and every Muslim do appreciate and respect this facility 

• The other facilities are on-site such as washrooms, restaurants, breakfast, weight machines, luggage carriers, lounge, change room and restroom for those who transition from one flight to another

• In 2014, I and my children dwelled or visited the Toronto person airport to explore the airport and its services. Believe me, it was an unforgettable and outstanding learning experience for children. If you are a new immigrant in Toronto, you may explore Toronto Pearson airport and let your family scoop the dynamics and functionality of the services and do not forget to follow the COVID 19 protocols

• This is my incredible journey with Toronto Pearson Airport. I am grateful and appreciate this incredible service for a transition from one place to another

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Hand-carry

Today I am grateful for and recognize the significance of hand carry in a variety of contexts. Hand carry is an essential carry piece in connection with travelling/transitioning/boarding. I appreciate and comprehend its importance for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• Hand carry appears in a variety of tones, measurements, patterns and substances. Nowadays, hand carry is a huge commercial market and business. You may find hand carry with cartoon characters, with a variety of materials such as leather, metal, plastic, cotton and with synthetic materials

• As far as sizes are concerned, you may discover hand carry for children, teenagers, adults, seniors and with a feminine or masculine look

• Hand carry is the most essential carrier for travelling as it serves the need of the person. People usually carry their instant usage stuff while travelling such as toothbrushes, sleeping google, documents, laptop/devices, currency, food, extra pair of clothing, books/magazine, scarf or anything that help them transition from one place to another

• There are a variety of travellings and transitions in life and hand carry is an essential piece for every transition such as tourists, visitors, honeymoon, attending a conference, going to another city for attending a wedding, funeral, or any festival, vacations, holidays, attending a baby shower with a gift pack in a hand carry or any other usage

• Hand carry is used for carrying a bridal dress and all essential to the salon, so the bride can get ready for her final day. It is a tradition in Pakistan, the bride goes to the parlour or salon with hand carry

• At home, hand-carry is used as storage or filled with a variety of other essentials for keeping it in a safe and secure place. What is a hand carry means to you? is the question of the day

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Gratitude Note

Today I am grateful for and comprehend the significance of Gratitude Note and its impact on our relationship/bond/connection/association. Gratitude can alter brain chemistry, vibes and rewrite a new synopsis. A gratitude note is a way to write an acknowledging, appreciating and comprehending note to someone's presence, efforts or contribution in our life/surrounding/community or in any capacity. Giving and receiving gratitude have the same impact on brain chemistry, so why not, write some gratitude notes to the loved ones, for instance,  a note can be written to the children, husband, fiance, parents, inlaws, sister inlaws, uncle, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, friends, relatives, colleagues, teachers, sportsman, a librarian, supervisor, mentor, boss, professor, community leaders, MMPs, counsellors, family doctors and the president of the country. I have been planning to write gratitude notes to my supervisor, my husband/children, Imran khan (president of Pakistan) and Justin Trudeau (president of Canada). The content of the gratitude note vary person to person and depends on the relationship, for instance:

• Gratitude note for husband: A note is written to acknowledge the husband's presence, his efforts and contribution in one's life. A passage can address his positive attitude, behaviours and his unconditional love and affection. This note has to be written with genuine intentions and highlighting strengths only

• Gratitude note for children: This note can be varied from child to child as every child is distinct from their siblings in terms of strengths, skills, capabilities and your own connection and relationship. Gratitude notes can be placed in a lunch box or in his/her school bag or in the diary/book

• Gratitude note for the supervisor/mentor: This note can be written to highlight the contribution of your supervisor or mentor in your life for supporting/promoting/guiding you to achieve personal, professional and social goals. You can mention that their advice, directions and supervision is setting up new milestones in your life

• Gratitude note for the president: In this note, you can mention that their untiring endeavours, struggles and efforts contribute to the economy of this country and indirectly it is positively affecting the community, people and you

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Reaching out - Community Ambassador

Today I am grateful for and appreciate the significance of the assigned task as a community ambassador for reaching out to the local businesses for the upcoming COVID 19 vaccines that will be held on SunnyFood mart on Monday, November 8, 2021. The flyer is appealing and eye-catching with bright tones. I recognize and comprehend the value of reaching out for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• This is an incredible opportunity for COVID 19 vaccines for the community. It is a collaboration between Felmingdon Health Centre (fhc), Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office (TNO), Afghan Women Organization (AWO) and East Toronto Health Partners

• I reached out to the local businesses for distributing and placing flyers in suitable places, so customers/consumers/buyers/clients/purchasers/shoppers can see them immediately and think about vaccination that would be available right to the next local business that's Sunny Foodmart

• The local businesses I approached, such as Caribbean palm, Hair center, 99 cent depot, Optical, Cash now, Shahab rug and furniture, Family care medical centre, Mulan Chinese cuisine, Shaheen tikka, Lacozy, Salon di belleze, Valley park health care center, Drug shoppers, Tim Hortons, Subway, Pita land, Ariana pharmacy, Convenience, Scrubby coin laundry, Internet cafe, Gerry's, Service Ontario, Pioneer Delicatessen, Kabul restaurant and Bakery, McDonald and Sunny food mart

• While approaching and meeting a variety of personnel and local businesses, I noticed and recognized that Flemingdon residences are blessed with a variety of opportunities, businesses and merchandise, even though I have been part of the community for 5 years but did not realize the richness and diversity of the local businesses. I usually visit a few of them for my individual requirements, however, this reaching out experience broadened my perspective and heightened  my insight into local businesses

• I am grateful to the Flemingdon Health Center for this incredible opportunity to me for reaching out and realized the blessings that surround us, I am truly appreciating today's reaching out journey

• This blog may appeal to or serve a variety of readers and the local residence for vaccination at Sunny Foodmart on Monday, November 8, 2021, from 3 to 6:30 pm

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Trauma and Spirituality - EHN Canada

 

Today I am grateful for and comprehend the significance of the webinar titled "Trauma and Spirituality" offered by EHN Canada, hosted by Jeremy and facilitated by Debra Kine (MA, MAMS, DSD, RCC, CCTP), director of Trauma and Spirituality, Edgewood Treatment Centre. She provided an in-depth discussion about the link between spirituality and trauma. I appreciate and recognize its value for a variety of reasons, for instance:

• EHN Canada offers webinars, workshops and training in mental health and wellbeing. I have been attending all of these webinars since the pandemic. EHN Canada very well spreading awareness in the Canadian community about mental health

• I noticed that my understanding and knowledge regarding mental health are heightened and further strengthened with the passage of time. EHN Canada's webinars are excellent to nurture and soothing my professional needs. I am genuinely hooked with these webinars

• These webinars are remarkably manageable and join via virtual mode. The most important aspect is that no need to drive or take TTC or subway or formally dress up at this time of the COVID 19. These webinars are just one click away

• Today's webinar was about Trauma and Spirituality. The taken notion and insight are:

• The impact of trauma on one's spirituality and the self

• The true inner self

• Trauma has many expressions and layers

• One's spirituality

• Trauma and Spirituality

• The impact of trauma on the spiritual self

• How do we help? such as counsellors are mindful for dealing with the notion

• The trauma programs at Edgewood divided into three phases

• Accelerated therapy 

• Exposure therapy

• Exploring trauma

• The spiritual journey

• Only when compassion is present, will the person become vulnerable

• This is my incredible journey with EHN Canada that soothes my professional needs. Find webinars, training and sessions that soothes your personal, social, spiritual and professional need is the thought of the day

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