13/08/2023
Enjoying rest and pleasure on my Summer Savoring retreat in Italy. I hope to inspire you to slow down and take in positive emotions and experiences, too.
In this photo I am savoring two gelato flavors that are new to me — Pulcinella and Fior Di Latte with basil and mint. Pulcinella is ricotta, orange peel, chocolate chips and pistachios.
The third flavor you see is Pesca (peach). It’s also delicious, but I’ve had it many times in the past.
The flavors are pure, fresh, bright and intense — they immediately focus my attention on the sensation of taste. And I Savor the pleasure of each little spoonful.
Check out my full Summer Savoring Series of about a dozen posts of photos and videos on LinkedIn (profile = Gino Perrotte). I share most of my content these days on LinkedIn.
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One of my key strategies for self-care is SAVORING. This allows me to consciously slow down to rest, relax, and revitalize.
As an educator and coach, it’s one way that I keep my cup full so that I can continue to GIVE to my students and clients through deep and active listening, insights, information, encouragement, and inspiration.
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“Savoring" is "an emotion regulation strategy that focuses on the positive and can result in an emotion uplift." It is "a way to slow down and take in positive emotions and experiences."
"When we savor, we aren't only feeling pleasure but also acknowledging that pleasure and extending our enjoyment of that moment. According to psychologist Fred Bryant, savoring can become 'an acquired skill' with time and practice."
Quotes and information about Savoring from:
Eva, A.L. (2022). "Surviving Teacher Burnout A Weekly Guide to Build Resilience, Deal with Emotional Exhaustion & Stay Inspired in the Classroom." pp. 15-16.
