Week #49
Songs Burl Ives Covered
This is week 49 of the year and we will be celebrating Songs Burl Ives Covered (Part 2), by delving into the songs and applying concepts to create more joy and connection during caregiving routines with music.
The songs are:
SING ALONG
Featured Song
ON TOP OF OLD SMOKEY
On Top of Old Smokey Here is Burl Ives’ version. I hope you enjoy it!
Creative Ideas
HOW TO USE THE MUSIC
Try humming or singing along with the provided recording, or one of your choosing for increased feeling of ______.
Listen to a recording to create a shared experience.
Listen while engaged in daily routines, to add a feeling of familiarity and comfort (if the song is known and loved)
Try reminiscing with the song history, or singers of the song. Look at pictures famous singers who performed the song.
SELF-CARE TIPS
1-Minute Tip from Zen Caregiving Project
The One-Minute Breath Check
When to do it: Anytime before a difficult task, after an appointment, or when emotions rise.
How to practice:
Pause where you are and take a slow inhale through the nose for four counts.
Hold briefly, then exhale for four counts.
Notice where your breath lands in your body, your chest, belly, or throat.
Continue for a full minute, simply observing your breath without changing it.
This practice resets your body’s stress response and can be done as often as needed. It is an easy, free, accessible way to “catch a break” wherever you are, any time of day. How can you remember to do it? Pair it with existing routines. Try a mindful breath before opening the refrigerator or answering the phone.
Even a 60-second pause of genuine awareness can make the whole day feel lighter and more manageable.
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