It’s easy to tell someone to think positive thoughts when times are tough. It’s what we want them to do and it is certainly the sage advice we’re given when we face setbacks or even catastrophic life events. But we all know that this is easier said than done. Going through a job search and […]
This site is designed to be positive, uplifting and motivational. I “click” here every day to get hints and inspiration as to how I can infuse wellness and fitness into my busy work week and I hope you do to. But as I connect with so many light-centered folks who are willing to share their […]
One of the greatest of life’s gifts has come to me by accident—meeting inspirational people. As I continue to build this new blog site, I’ve been meeting and collaborating with experts in the field of wellness and fitness as well as those who share my passion for this blog’s purpose—to infuse “Zen” into your work, […]
We live in turbulent times. Being truly happy may seem like a luxury you can’t afford. With everything happening in the world and even right in your own backyard it may seem selfish to focus on your own happiness. Wrong. I once believed this way. How can I focus on being happy when there is […]
Do you ever want something but were afraid to try? Did you ever feel like you needed to speak up but were worried about the consequences? You’re not alone. Fear and courage flip back and forth like switches way too often for our own likes. However, this is a switch that we can control. Choice, […]
Getting to know people is a wonderful gift. Everyone deserves a few minutes. Everyone deserves a “hello.” But what about you? Do you really know you? Do you give yourself the same respect and honor as you share with others? And why does this really matter? “To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom.” This […]
It seems like everywhere you turn there are expectations heaped upon you. You have those from your family, friends, co-workers, supervisors and your community. You also have high expectations that you heap on yourself to be better, stronger, smarter, more successful, and on and on. And whether you’re ready to admit it or not, you […]
When you take a day off, power down the electronics, splurge on an ice cream or even take a well-deserved trip to the beach. And please don’t feel guilty. An article in the Washington Post stated that how “being busy” is like an addiction. The contributor, Brigette Shulte, shares that a man she interviewed “says […]
Any mental health professional will tell you how bad it is for your health to hold a grudge. Well, to be honest, any medical professional and human being would encourage you to free yourself from the weight of animosity. Simply put: it could save your life. Researchers at Hope College in Holland, Michigan say forgiveness […]
