Have you ever felt powerless and frustrated that you can't make a change in the world? You probably have and you should know, you're not alone. The feeling that we can't make this world a better place is a common one -- it's also a false belief. … [Read more...]
A Touching Story About Teddy and His Teacher
This is a story that will make you cry and hopefully, think. Our words and actions can be cruel, even if we don't realize their harmful impact -- when we do or say hurtful things to the most vulnerable among us, it can be devastating. … [Read more...]
Give a Lifeline to the Lonely
What’s the difference between being on your own in a state of solitude versus, feeling isolated and lonely? The answer is a bit tricky, because if “alone time” becomes too frequent and for increasing periods of time, it can become isolation and thus, loneliness. … [Read more...]
Study: Smartphone Addiction No Different From Substance Abuse
Digital addiction keeps getting worse every day. People are attached to their “devices” to the point they’ll soon become like the Borg. Now, a new research study finds that this addiction is no different than a substance abuse. … [Read more...]
The Seasons of Life
We shouldn't judge a book by it's cover and the same can be said for people. Too often, we see a person and without knowing their full story -- their true story -- we judge them. I wonder how many good people and potential new friends we have tossed away by doing this? … [Read more...]
New Study Finds the News is Polarizing Americans
America's toxic addiction to news is causing a dangerous divide across the country. The news business has become less about reporting facts and more about profits. We're consuming more news than ever and we're drowning in information, but starving for knowledge. … [Read more...]