Personal Testaments on Education, Employment and Connections since Childhood-Part One: Connections Over Time & Letting GoIt is truly amazing the connections that support us through our lives from childhood to adulthood.New connections started forming when I was ten years old thanks to the culinary arts.I'd...
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...
Taking a moment to sing, dance or move to music has been one of the most uplifting experiences of my working life.It might only take one minute to calm the body and mind, bringing the energy and spirits up again.Sometimes I'll sing a few lyrics...
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...
Is being in solitude a positive thing? There are many who could argue both sides. Perhaps it’s all about balance. Regardless of our disposition, my extensive years of experience in deep reflection and solitary adventures may convince you of the value of being alone, or inspire you to...
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...
How do we master confrontations? Confronting others and ourselves might be a challenging proposition, however, with the right tools and support, we may find resolutions. Life experience has taught me that challenges are a means to master ourselves and discover things we never knew before. Before we delve...
Where is our home, truly? Is it where we live when we are born or where we came from before that? We often preoccupy ourselves with our material home life so much that we miss the bigger picture. Some would say, "Let's buy a new condo or a four...
Breaking through our greatest fear means not being afraid of fear itself. - About ten years ago, I had a discussion with a Falun Dafa practitioner. (Falun Dafa is a self-cultivation practice for mind and body based on Truth, Compassion and Forbearance) We had a surprisingly light discussion...
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...
Beliefs cannot be taught in my experience, you must discover them for yourself. The view I have gradually adopted over the last forty-seven years is that schools, teachers or books may give you external wisdom, however, beliefs are primarily gained from within.What is the value of...
Where does the man cave concept come from? According to Wikipedia, "A man cave or manspace, and less commonly a manland or mantuary is a male retreat or sanctuary in a home, such as a specially equipped garage, spare bedroom, media room, den, or basement...