The Art of Giving without Attachment
Have you ever done a kind deed simply for the sake of giving without any strings attached or payback considered? Have you given away something of value to a stranger or given of your time without expecting any financial reward? These are just a few examples of practicing the art of giving without attachment. […]
Sound Heals
If you have ever been lulled by the rustling of wind through the trees or relaxed on the sand listening to waves lap the shore, you’ve experienced the healing aspect of sound. Perhaps in the morning as you awake you hear the birds singing and it causes you to smile, to feel safe, to ponder […]
Starting Your Day with Intention
People often talk about how living with intention can help you to feel happier and more fulfilled. It may sound like a too-good-to-be-true solution to all your problems – but it’s very true. Starting each day with intention can have a dramatically positive impact on not just your mood, but the way you view your […]
How Embracing Uncertainty Can Empower You
Like many generations and moments in history, the current times are chock full of uncertainty. Pick up any newspaper with its plethora of articles that can put you in an anxious tailspin. Shifting Teutonic plates in world politics point to the unstable, ever changing world we live in having even less certainties. Human beings are […]
Practicing the Art of Silence
In today’s frenetic world, finding a place to sit in silence can feel like finding that proverbial needle in a haystack. But the reality is, despite the lure of devices and endless updates, you can learn to carve out sessions of silence. Silence has an innate ability to slow down your thoughts and calm your […]
Pursue Your Passions No Matter What
“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” Thomas Edison Do you harbor unfulfilled dreams or yearn to begin a new career at forty, fifty, sixty, seventy or beyond? Becoming a flourishing artist, entrepreneur, or even homeowner is not limited to one particular age or career. The truth is that many […]
Liberating Yourself from Negative Energy
Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habit. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny ― Lao Tzu Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed, confused or even fearful and not exactly sure why? With the hustle and bustle of […]
Living in the Moment
“Forever is composed of nows.” ― Emily Dickinson “Life is a preparation for the future; and the best preparation for the future is to live as if there were none.” ― Albert Einstein In a world where we are encouraged to analyze our mistakes of the past and plan for a successful future, it can be […]
7 Ideas for Inspiration
Have you ever tried to be creative but find yourself stuck in the same old way of thinking or doing? This can be frustrating when you need your imagination and out-of-the-box perspective for work or a project. The pressure you may put on yourself often blocks your creative flow. Here are some ideas for freeing […]
Welcoming Change
We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us. – Joseph Campbell It’s natural to take comfort in the things we know—even if they aren’t best for us or we know they aren’t working for us—but keep in mind that we […]