How Shifting Your Attention Can Be the Cure for Anxiety
“Anxiety was born in the very same moment as mankind. And since we will never be able to master it, we will have to learn to live with it—just as…
Toxic Masculinity and the Harmful Standards We’re All Expected to Meet
Recently I woke up uncharacteristically early for a Saturday to meet a friend and her baby for coffee. I am embarrassed to say that by “uncharacteristically early” I mean 8:30am,…
How I Stopped Worrying All the Time and Started Feeling Good About Life
“We don’t see things as they are. We see things as we are.” ~Anais Nin When I was young, I used to stare out into the big, blue sky and…
The Art of Winning – Living All Possibilities in Life
"Winning" – the word has a multitude of meanings. To some, it may mean to be at the top in every sense, ahead of everyone; and to some, it may…
The Areas of Our Lives We Need to Balance to Find Peace and Contentment
“Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.” ~Thomas Merton Balance is everything and is really what we are striving to find in life.…
10 Positive Things to Do for Yourself in the New Year
I think I know you pretty well. I know I don’t know you, know you, but I’m guessing since you’re here, you’re a lot like me. You want to be…
A Natural Approach to Mental Health: How to Reduce Anxiety Through Gardening
“When the world feels like an emotional roller coaster, steady yourself with simple rituals. Do the dishes. Fold the laundry. Water the plants. Simplicity attracts wisdom.” ~Unknown I’ve suffered from…
6 Ways to Increase the Odds of Success
Have you ever wanted to improve or become more successful in an area of your life, thought you were committed to making the change, but then didn't follow through? What…
No One Starts Off at Their Best – Why We Need to Keep Going Anyway
“Others have seen what is and asked why. I have seen what could be and asked why not.” ~Pablo Picasso This article is about the day I realized Picasso wasn’t…
The Benefits of Solitude and How to Get the Most from Your Alone Time
“Understand that healing and growing can distance you from people who you once had a bond with, and it can also bring you closer to those who will heal and…