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We all want a happy life…

A cushy job, a perfect family, financial stability, and a great social life!

And in this indefinite pursuit of happiness that is mostly like a mirage, how often do we spare a minute to thank what we already have at this very moment?

Gratitude is a powerful human emotion. By conveying and receiving simple ‘thank you’ messages, we can truly derive the pleasure that we seek everywhere else. Gratitude, derived from the Latin word ‘gratia,’ means gratefulness or thankfulness.

In its simplest form, gratitude refers to a ‘state of thankfulness’ or a ‘state of being grateful’.

In positive psychology, gratitude is the human way of acknowledging the good things of life. Psychologists have defined gratitude as a positive emotional response that we perceive on giving or receiving a benefit from someone (Emmons & McCullough, 2004).

A similar explanation was put forth by Emmons and McCullough who said that:

“Gratitude is associated with a personal benefit that was not intentionally sought after, deserved, or earned but rather because of the good intentions of another person” (Emmons & McCullough, 2004).

Thanking others, thanking ourselves, Mother Nature, or the Almighty – gratitude in any form can enlighten the mind and make us feel happier. It has a healing effect on us (Russell & Fosha, 2008). The benefits of gratitude are endless, and in this article, let us try to explore what gratitude it, discuss its scientific base, and understand how we can use gratitude to be happier in life.

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We are distributing Thanksgiving Meals along with our regular grocery distribution! Monday, Wednesday, Friday this week from 10a-1p and Saturday 10a-12p.

We have Chicken or Turkey meals available and all meals include an array of sides. Everyone deserves to enjoy a holiday meal with their loved ones and we are honored to provide these meals for our community!

Nevada County! We’ve only received TWO gingerbread house entries! We know you can do better than that!

We’d love to showcase your entry at the Country Christmas Faire next weekend. Entry forms can be completed online (www.NevadaCountyFair.com) or by coming into our office. It is free to enter!

Entry forms are due by Friday, November 17, but the actual gingerbread house doesn’t need to be delivered until Monday, November 20.

If gingerbread houses aren’t your thing, we have several other creative classes including ornaments, legos, stockings, wreaths and cards!

HISTORY OF NATIONAL GRATITUDE MONTH

Gratitude is the simplest way to change one’s perspective of the world. It allows us to appreciate the positive, rather than focus on the negative aspects of our lives. Learning to be grateful helps us appreciate the little things in life that we tend to take for granted, which brings about a deep feeling of satisfaction that fulfills and nourishes us.

National Gratitude Month was an initiative started by Stacey Grewal, who believes gratitude to be an essential ingredient of a happy and fulfilling life. When one embraces gratitude, they immediately shift their focus from the negative to the positive things in their lives.

Being always grateful does not mean that one would deny the fact that negative things happen in life (that will be delusional); it means finding and focusing more on the good. It means finding something to be grateful for amid the preponderance of bitterness and hardship.

Gratitude has been proven to generate a positive impact on psychological, physical, and personal wellbeing. Practicing gratitude or reflecting on what you’re grateful for is an effective way to deal with life’s chaotic, stressful and tense moments. Grateful people tend to sleep better, have lower stress levels, exercise more often, and eat healthier.

Coincidentally, Thanksgiving falls in gratitude month. On Thanksgiving Day, we celebrate gratitude. So if you are the kind of person who needs a special occasion to be thankful, then Gratitude Month is the encouragement you’ve been looking for.

NATIONAL GRATITUDE MONTH ACTIVITIES

1. Start a gratitude journal

   Start a gratitude journal. It’s not something you have to buy from the internet; just a simple notebook would do. Write three things you are grateful for every day; it could be something as simple as a good meal or a beautiful sunset. When you look back at all the things you’ve mentioned in the journal, you will be able to reflect on all the great things you’ve been missing out on all this time.

2. Spread gratitude

   Share gratitude with other people. Tell them how much you appreciate their services, care, friendship, etc. Show your family how grateful you are to have them in your life, let them know how they make your life better just by being a part of it.

3. Give back to the community

   Show your gratitude and appreciation by giving back to the community. Helping out in the community is a good way to appreciate everything in life. So do your part and become something that others can be grateful for.

Please join us on Wednesday for our November Community Support Network meeting. We will receive presentations from local service providers such as Hospitality House, Bright Futures for Youth’s SAFE program, and NCSOS’ Homeless Outreach program regarding services for families experiencing unstable housing. We’ll also have the opportunity to review the results from the Point in Time County that was conducted last year. We look forward to meeting with you and continuing our ongoing collaboration!

Nevada City Halloween Spooktacular & Spooky Boooky Book Giveaway, October 31st from 3-5 pm

Nevada County’s Eric Rood Center, the City of Nevada City, and the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce are thrilled to welcome trick-or-treaters to the 2^nd annual Nevada City Halloween Spooktacular event on Tuesday, October 31, from 3 to 5 p.m.

This fun, family-friendly event is for Halloween lovers and trick-or-treaters of all ages.

This year’s event shares the stage with the Spooky Booky book giveaway at the Madelyn Helling Library, presented in partnership with the Community Support Network of Nevada County.

Visitors are invited to park at the Eric Rood Center, trick-or-treat throughout the County building, head up to the Madelyn Helling Library, and then take the free Nevada County Connects shuttle to downtown Nevada City, where merchants will open their doors to trick-or-treaters. Shuttles will run between the Eric Rood Center, the library, and City Hall every 15 minutes until 7:00 pm.

Roam the Haunted Halls of the Eric Rood Center

Ghosts and ghouls of all ages are invited to roam the haunted halls of the County building, go on a Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt, and gather tasty treats from County departments, where they’ll find a different world behind every door.

The annual event is a gift to the community from Nevada County’s employees, who donate the treats, decorations, and time to transform the Rood Center. “We love seeing the community come out to enjoy these public spaces,” said Nevada County CEO Alison Lehman.

Check Out Spooky Booky at the Madelyn Helling Library

Take the free shuttle to the Madelyn Helling Library for the annual Spooky Booky book giveaway for kids and teens hosted by the Community Support Network of Nevada County and Nevada County Library. This family-oriented event includes local partners who will share resources and giveaways, celebrity storytime with community leaders, face painting, balloon making, and fun, hands-on activities for all.

“Spooky Booky is such a fun, safe way to get families out in the community and promote a love of reading and all things spooky! We’re so grateful to be one of the many partners involved in this event year after year,” said Melody Easton, Executive Director of First 5 Nevada County and Chair of the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Western Nevada County

Head Downtown to Trick-or-Treat at Local Businesses

From the library, hop on the free shuttle to downtown Nevada City, where participating merchants will greet trick-or-treaters from 3 to 5 p.m.

“Nevada City has long been a Halloween destination and our downtown merchants are ready to kick off the fun again this year,” said Nevada City Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Stuart Baker.

Commercial Street will be closed to traffic and the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce will host games and music for attendees to enjoy. Downtown merchants will be adding to the festivities with their annual Halloween Window Decorating contest sponsored by the Nevada City Chamber. Nevada City City Hall will offer dog treats for four-legged friends.

Go Door to Door in Nevada City’s Historic Neighborhoods

For a big finish, head to East Broad Street, where residents go all out for trick-or-treaters. East Broad will be closed to traffic at the Y (East Broad and Cottage Street) beginning at 5 p.m.

After you’ve filled your bag and your belly, catch the shuttle at City Hall to head back to your car in the Rood Center parking lot. The shuttle runs until 7 p.m.

Thank you to event sponsors, YubaNet, The Union, and Nevada County Connects, for helping to make this the spookiest (and most convenient) trick-or-treating destination in town.

This survey is intended for Parents/Guardians of a 3-and 4-yr old child, but it can also work for parents with younger children that will more than likely be enrolling their child in a prekindergarten program in the near future. Entries will be put in a raffle drawing for a $25 Amazon Gift card and 40 entries will be selected!

Click HERE for the survey!

Medi-Cal Recipients to Move to Partnership HealthPlan Starting in January 2024

Nevada County’s more than 25,000 Medi-Cal recipients will be served by Partnership HealthPlan of California beginning in January. They are now served by California Health & Wellness and Anthem Blue Cross.

Most people affected by the switch should be able to continue to see their same health care providers, Ryan Gruver, the Nevada County Health and Human Services director told the Board of Supervisors Tuesday. “Partnership has gone to great pains to contract with as many of the current providers as possible,” said Gruver. “People will see a change in who their health insurance plan is, but they shouldn’t see a change in their services.”

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Alliance for Workforce Development Aids Job Seekers, Employers

The Alliance for Workforce Development helped 3,634 Nevada County residents with everything from job searches to training in fiscal year 2022-2023, an organization representative told the Board of Supervisors Tuesday. In the same period, the group helped 153 businesses.

Supervisor Lisa Swarthout praised the work the Alliance is doing, particularly with assistance to small businesses, which have been hit with so many challenges including power outages, COVID-19 and winter storms. “We live with instability so any resources that can be provided to help people understand how you overcome these instabilities is fantastic,” she said.

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