14: Coronavirus Isolation, Curiosity, Gratitude and National Walking Day

Fighting isolation through schedules, journaling and connection kicks off this episode. We also talk about the roles of cultivating gratitude and curiosity in times of adversity, and we celebrate walking on the US’s National Walking Day even as we distance ourselves socially during the coronavirus pandemic.

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RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links)

Cultivating Gratitude

• “Why Gratitude is Good,” greatergood.berkeley.edu

Walking Organizations

• Walk With a Doc organization
• Corona Cluster Distance Walkers Facebook Page – public walking group (temporary, during Coronavirus Crisis)

Isolation during Coronavirus Pandemic

• “I Spent a Year in Space, and I Have Tips on Isolation to Share,” Scott Kelly, nyt.com
• Kelly’s Recommended Coronavirus Sources: World Health Organization and Coronavirus Resource Center
• The Artist’s Way, Julia Cameron
• “Julia Cameron Wants You to Do Your Morning Pages,” nyt.com
• “How to Help – Or Get Help – in the Coronavirus Pandemic,” time.com

Curiosity: A Character Strength

• Curious? Discover the Missing Ingredient to a Fulfilling Life, Todd Kashdan.
• 30 Lessons For Living: Tried and True Advice from the Wisest Americans, Karl Pillemer.
• Your Empty Nest Coach podcast, Episode 83

DISCLAIMER

Neither I nor my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.