Do we enjoy or resent our problems? Despite a generally negative connotation on the surface, problems can be proven to offer powerful wisdom. For instance, Amy Morin, best-seller author and psychotherapist, demonstrates positivity in problems. She guides clients to leave destructive worries or thoughts behind, shifting our focus...
This is a true story about my stepfather, Terry, and his amazing journey conquering cancer, while living beyond physical well-being. Terence Riley was a warrior. He worked hard in his career, family and perhaps most notably, his own health and well-being. His career led him from computer science...
Singing and listing to music, doing a short dance and sharing it with others is one of my new favorite hobbies-at work. It's simple and brief, but often resets my energy to 100%. - Health professionals believe song and dance are powerful tools to assist while working. According to...
Family is an amazing thing. Family teaches us, guides us and supports us. Do we fully accept or appreciate this? It took me about 40 years for it to really sink in; however, I am extremely grateful that it did. - It all started for me when I was 7...
How do we truly encourage someone? How do we allow it in? Sometimes it can be as challenging to encourage someone as it is to receive it. Whatever the case, it's an endeavor certainly worth more than one attempt, as the rewards are great. Personally, I've vowed to relentlessly...
Can you remember living without machines? We are so accustomed to machines that we rely on them heavily-from phones to computers, microwave's, vehicles and many more. How would we fare without them? It pains me to say it, but seemingly not so well. Our enjoyment of machines eventually led...
Be a true person Do the right thing Do unto others as they would do to you Say something kind or say nothing at all Be the bigger person Speak the truth These are some virtuous expressions we may have heard in our lives. They may be some of the good things...
We're all in this together - this journey of life. Let's make the best of it. Whether we are on the chess team, basketball team, research team, enjoy social media or online gaming, we interact with each other at some point. We're in this journey together. I believe...
Part One: Purpose & Meaning of Art The Oxford Dictionary describes art as, The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power. Note the reference...
Once upon a time, a culture of abundance was created using the barter system. Historians have traced examples back until 6000 BC, noting, “...
Marriage is about more than the union of two people in wedlock. Many people in modern times speak of marriage as a passion or devotion to something we deem highly important. In this light, we may be married to our spouse, our career or ourselves for that...
Recently, my wife and I rolled up our sleeves and began re-organizing our home. Starting this process was the biggest challenge as we had no idea where to begin. It required a major emotional detachment because there were many things we wanted to hold on to, though...
Whether you are from the low, middle or upper class, North Americans enjoy a more abundant lifestyle than most nations of the world. That being said, are we completely happy with our lives? According to the World Happiness Report, Norway, Denmark and Iceland are the happiest countries...
Let's explore the possibility that a party could be tailored for anyone, despite your gender, personality, belief, culture, etc. When you think of a party what comes to mind? I recall house parties in high school which were often fun, boisterous and occasionally out of control. Sometimes I...
Beliefs are powerful tools yet often overlooked by many folks. During my youth, I thought of them as religious practices for really serious people. It then became clear later in life that they can apply to anyone, regardless of background, culture, faith, age, gender, etc. Simply, you may...
Let's discuss the act of giving. Some call it generosity. Some call it volunteering. Some call it tithing. Why discuss giving you may ask? For health purposes of course! Here's a simple way to give. Stephen Post, PhD, and Jill Neimark wrote in O, The Oprah Magazine about the...