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When was the last time you did something for the pure enjoyment of it? Something that was really fun?  If you had to think about this question for more than 5 seconds, red alert! You are likely fun-deprived. What lights you up, what excites you, what makes you feel alive? Identify one thing – right [...]

Although I wouldn’t describe myself as a victim, I definitely have had disempowering beliefs and habits running my life. I’ve felt powerless about my circumstances, my family, my finances and my relationships. Like so many people, I’ve experienced childhood trauma, abusive relationships, financial struggles, freak accidents and mysterious health issues. When life throws us one [...]

I considered myself to be a good person. I helped people in need. I was a law-abiding citizen. I was kind, honest and trustworthy. I paid my taxes and followed the rules. Yet, before the age of 40 I had already experienced four concussions, melanoma, three car accidents, mysterious health issues and years of mental [...]

Recently, seemingly out of nowhere, I had thoughts about a relationship that ended many years ago. I started to remember some things I had said, emotions I had felt, and things I had done. I cringed. What could suddenly make me think of those things now? I pondered it for a few minutes, then put [...]

There is great power in reframing things. We can even feel great about feeling bad. Here's a quick story to illustrate this.   For years – okay, decades – I was a coffee drinker. And not just any ole drip coffee. No siree. Espresso and lattes only.   I picked up this habit in college [...]

We humans seem to be the only species who spends the bulk of our waking hours pondering the past or projecting into the future. Have you noticed this? It’s unlikely the oak tree laments over its earlier life as an acorn. It’s unlikely the caterpillar endlessly weighs the future pros and cons of being a [...]

Recently a friend asked me to recommend some budget-friendly ways to step up her detox game. So, I reviewed my very long list of things I personally use and narrowed it down to these 5. These are my favorite tools for radiant health that won't break the bank. I personally use all of them.   [...]

We’ve all heard statements like “happiness is a choice” and “happiness is an inside job.” While they may be true, there’s a part of us that doesn’t really believe them. After all, if it were a choice and a mindset, why does our decision to be happy not have lasting effects? Also, if it were [...]

Did you know that the United States ranks # 23 in the world for happiness? Germany, Australia, Slovenia, Israel, Mexico, Ireland, Iceland, Kosovo, New Zealand, Czechia and Saudi Arabia are all happier. As the richest country in the world, the U.S. also lags in health care, education and leisure time, leading some to question the [...]

What makes an ideal book for a long-distance walk? The ideal book for a long-distance walk is paperback, lightweight and worthy of reading more than once. Here’s why: Paperback E-books are great, but they are not as convenient as they might seem. You’re at the mercy of your phone and it’s ever-diminishing battery, which is [...]