Notice the Little Things
As October ushers itself in, the subtle shifts of one season surrendering to another become apparent. Do you ever wonder where the time goes? You may ask, “How did September sneak by and leave without warning?” Often the rapid pace of life creates a whirlwind of perpetual motion and we forget to take the time […]
Valuing Traditions in Life
With the passing of Labor Day, we are reminded of the pleasures traditions offer us. How they are a rich fabric of our lives, if we pay homage to them. Have you ever stopped for a moment and reflected on the value of your own traditions? Perhaps the grind of modern life has caused you […]
Are Your Thoughts Making You Sick?
Flu season is upon us, and we are all trying to be as proactive as possible to avoid getting sick. Coming down with the flu, a cold, or any kind of illness is not pleasant, nor convenient in our busy lives…especially with all the holidays approaching! So we might get a flu vaccine, try to […]
Living in Abundance
“Everything you are seeking is seeking you in return. Therefore, everything you want is already yours. It is simply a matter of becoming more aware of what you already possess.” ~ Bob Proctor What is abundance? Abundance can mean different things to different people. Having more than enough of money, material things, happiness, success, friends, […]
Understanding Wellness
Emotional wellness is not emphasized in our social, professional, educational or family systems. If you think about it for a moment, wouldn’t it be great if mental health were part of the main curriculum at schools? After all this is the 21st century! And when was the last time you asked a friend or family […]
Saying Yes to You
“When you say ‘Yes’ to others, make sure you are not saying ‘No’ to yourself.” ― Paolo Coehlo Everybody wants to be ‘someone to believe in.’ There’s a lot of societal pressure for us to perform to certain standards to be considered great, desirable, or even just worthy of other people’s affections, admiration or respect. […]
Maya Angelou on Giving
“That day, I learned that I could be a giver by simply bringing a smile to another person. The ensuing years have taught me that a kind word, a vote of support is a charitable gift. I can move over and make another place for someone. I can turn my music up if it pleases, […]
The Weight Struggle: Where it Starts
There is a burning question facing many of us these days – that is – Why do you want to lose weight permanently? For so many the process of weight loss is a vicious and disheartening cycle of fail and repeat, and we wonder, how do we make a substantial change? Your motivation is the […]
Finding Contentment
Look at each day with gratitude; it’s a new opportunity to grow into the best person that you can possibly be. Your only competition is yourself. When you allow yourself to be content with what is, and identify your personal goals to strive for, it’s a sure path to long-term success, and most importantly, happiness. […]
The Power of Loving Ourselves
With marriage equality for all now in the United States, ‘love is love’ is the new law of the land. It’s exciting to see that same-sex relationships are now recognized as legal and celebrated in our current culture— but what about self-love? Often it is believed that we can’t have successful relationships with another without […]