So often in life, we build a fence, rather than a bridge. When faced with conflict, sometimes the easiest response is to close ourselves off — to put up a defensive barrier instead of a gesture of peace and reconciliation. When we do this, who does it hurt more? … [Read more...]
When the State of the World Brings Us Down
"I don't think I'm going to make it." These are the upsetting words an elderly friend uttered to me the other day. Her words were chilling and knowing her as I do, very unexpected. My friend seemed beaten down and I was extremely concerned. … [Read more...]
Life Is About Progress, Not Perection
Perfection isn't all it's cracked up to be. People seem to strive for perfection, which is kind of a self-defeating endeavor, don't you think? I say that because rarely, if ever, is anything perfect. Perfection is an illusion and you really can't chase an illusion. … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Stop Negative Thoughts and be Happier
When something is bothering us, trying to get that negative thought out of our head is a lot easier said than done. In an ironic twist, when we intentionally try to stop that negative thought, it sometimes makes the negative thought pattern even worse. … [Read more...]
With So Many Friends, Why Are People Lonely?
How could a person with over 1,000 "friends" of Facebook ever be lonely? I mean with all those "friends," surely one's life would be full and productive, right? Increasingly, the answer to that question is no and alarmingly, people are actually becoming more isolated than ever. … [Read more...]
45 Valuable Life Lessons to Always Remember
So often in life, we feel like we've gotten on the wrong path or that something is missing from our life. When that happens, sometimes all we need is a reminder of what really matters in life. Here are some pearls of wisdom that will do just that. … [Read more...]