Equanimity is the stillness that allows us to listen to our hearts.

Contemplation, one line a day. This month on Equanimity #MentalHealth

 

Empathy is the art of caring for someone else's feelings as if they were your own.

Contemplation, one line a day.Towards a more humane society, an empathic society. 

 

EQUANIMITY

Towards a more Humane Society.  Contemplating  one line each day. #MentalHealth. This month is EQUANIMITY 

Equanimity

-Hari Srinivasan

Equanimity is the calm at the center of the storm.

Equanimity is the balance that allows us to move forward.

Equanimity is the anchor that keeps us grounded.

Equanimity is the serenity that comes from within.

Equanimity is the clarity that helps us see things as they are.

Equanimity is the inner strength that allows us to face life's challenges.

Equanimity is the acceptance that all things pass in due time.

Equanimity is the non-judgmental awareness of our thoughts and emotions.

Equanimity is the gentle acceptance of ourselves and others.

Equanimity is the ability to maintain our inner peace in the face of adversity.

Equanimity is the steady hand that guides us through life's ups and downs.

Equanimity is the stillness that allows us to listen to our hearts.

Equanimity is the wisdom that sees through the illusion of our fears.

Equanimity is the patience to wait for the right moment.

Equanimity is the trust that life will unfold as it should.

Equanimity is the surrender to what is and what we cannot change.

Equanimity is the gratitude for all that life has to offer.

Equanimity is the self-awareness that allows us to grow and learn.

Equanimity is the forgiveness that frees us from the past.

Equanimity is the openness to new experiences and perspectives.

Equanimity is the presence of mind that allows us to live in the moment.

Equanimity is the inner peace that radiates outwards.

Equanimity is the self-love that allows us to love others.

Equanimity is the self-compassion that allows us to heal our wounds.

Equanimity is the stillness that allows us to find our inner voice.

See posts for other months. 

Jan [JOY] Feb [EQUANIMITY] March [EMPATHY] April [KINDNESS]

Atmospheric Rivers

 https://youtu.be/cdhEwAZP-gI

An explanation of the crazy weather pattern this winter in California

Delta Notch Numb: Neurogenesis Society

A humorous science skit. 

Delta Notch Numb: Neurogenesis Society

Delta: Hey guys, have you ever wondered why we have such unusual names? I mean, put together, we sound like a Notched-up college Greek Society; a bunch of undergrads that go totally Numb after an exhausting Rush.

SWAN - Strengths and Weaknesses of ADHD Symptoms and Normal Behavior

Lexicon [Measures]- SWAN

The SWAN is more for ADHD and not designed specifically for autism. 

The SWAN (Strengths and Weaknesses of ADHD Symptoms and Normal Behavior) Rating Scale is a tool to assess ADHD symptoms in children and adolescents. 

The SWAN Rating Scale consists of 18 items that capture various domains of ADHD symptoms, including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It uses a Likert-type scale ranging from 0 (far below average) to 3 (far above average) to rate the presence and severity of each symptom. The scale can be completed by parents, teachers, or other caregivers who have regular contact with the child.

Scoring of the SWAN involves summing the ratings for each item to obtain a total score. Higher scores indicate greater ADHD symptomatology. The scale also allows for the calculation of subscale scores for inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity. 

Limitations with its use in autism. 

• Lack of specificity: The SWAN focuses on ADHD symptoms and may not capture the full range of challenges and behaviors associated with autism. Autistics may exhibit ADHD symptoms as part of their broader autism profile, but there may be additional symptoms and impairments not assessed by the SWAN.
• Difficulty differentiating symptoms: Some symptoms of ADHD, such as inattention, can overlap with symptoms of autism, making it challenging to disentangle the two conditions based solely on the SWAN. 

The SWAN Rating Scale was developed by Dr. Stephen J. Kupper in 2006. 

Constant Overload

Being bombarded by the sensory system

A constant overload, it never ends
Sensory overwhelmed, a feeling of prison
Trapped in my own mind, with no friends.

Poor somatosensory body mapping
A constant confusion, a foggy haze
I struggle to understand my own body
A feeling of being lost, in a daze

Words get stuck, inside my head
Apraxic, struggles to speak
A feeling of frustration, so very unique
As talking eludes me, instead

It can be a struggle, to navigate
This world that's full of sensation

I need to find a way
… with determination

Equanimity is the self-love that allows us to love others

Towards a more humane society. #MentalHealth. Contemplation, one line a day.

 

Chilling on a houseboat

 

This is where I would like to be today on my birthday. 

Chilling on a houseboat in the Kerala backwaters

(photo taken a few years back)

Chilling on a houseboat in Kerala's backwaters
Coconut trees sway along the shore
The sun dips low, painting the sky with colors
A serene moment, that I'll forever adore.

A moment of peace

Two deer in my yard

Wandering from woods at the back 

Gentle, graceful steps 

Moment of peace, nature's gift

The gentle creatures graze

Unfazed by noise and haste

Their presence brings me ease

In this tranquil, natural space.

And Thank You to everyone who sent me wishes today (Feb 22) - for taking that one breath and one moment to send "happy" positive vibes my way, on my birthday.

Equanimity is the inner peace that radiates outwards

Towards a more humane society. #MentalHealth. Contemplation, one line a day.

 

Hints of green

On brown trees, hints of green 

A herald of spring
Softly appears, shy and demure,
A promise of new life, fresh and pure

The brain is a Giant Prediction Machine

Poem follows Prof Mark Wallace's comment in class "The Brain is a giant prediction machine" after a discussion on the growing popularity of Bayesian Statistical Models in research. 

The brain is a giant prediction machine

Bayesian model-like, it constantly schemes

Past experiences and memories in its grasp

Current sensory input, processed in a flash.