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 […]
Do you need a vacation…or a more balanced life?
I love vacations. They are chances to see new sites and enjoy activities you may not typically incorporate into your daily schedule. Putting yourself in a new location can be invigorating to body and mind, as you are having different experiences than usual. However, if you mainly use vacations as escape from your normal reality, […]
Realistic Goal Setting
Many of us have imagined having, doing, and experiencing things that are not part of our present life. When we desire those things to come true, we’ve identified a goal. But how do we best ensure that our goals become a reality? Here is one way to go about it: 1) Determine what it is […]
Friends and Relationships – Making It Work
You’ve met someone and decide to start dating. You have been telling your best friend about this person and can’t wait for these two special people in your life to meet. The highly anticipated day comes, and it doesn’t go as planned. Their interaction is lukewarm, or one person is friendly while the other is […]
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 […]
When It’s Over: How to Let Go of a Relationship
In the post, Evaluating Your Relationships, I shared how to determine if a relationship is not working for you. Sometimes, even when we come to the realization a relationship is over, it can be hard to heal and move forward. When we end a relationship, it can be helpful to remember the positive aspects we […]
The Freedom of Forgiveness
“Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies.” ― Nelson Mandela “True forgiveness is when you can say, “Thank you for that experience.” ― Oprah Winfrey Forgiveness is not about pretending something didn’t happen, surrendering, accepting injustice, or being weak. It is about acknowledging what happened and moving past it, […]