February is known to be the month of love. We spend money on flowers, chocolates, and fancy dinners. If a significant other is not in the picture, we are told […]
Build Your Resilience
“Resilience is knowing that you are the only one that has the power and the responsibility to pick yourself up.” –Mary Holloway It’s that time of year in the Upper […]
Adopting a Clean Slate Attitude (even if the New Year doesn’t feel “fresh”)
The New Year is full of symbolism and hype. People are encouraged to make resolutions and look at the year ahead as a fresh start, a clean slate. But what […]
A Message of Optimism
In general, I’m optimistic about the future. As I’ve discussed in past blog posts, we have made many incredible advances as a society, and we continue to push the envelope […]
Calming Techniques to Use During the Holidays
The holidays can be a wonderful time of year, filled with good company, delectable food, and nostalgia. BUT it can also be stressful. There are potlucks to attend, gatherings to […]
Self-Wealth and Gratitude
Tis the season to be grateful! Even those who are going through a rough patch can find positive aspects in life if they choose to look for them. Be thankful […]
We Are Not All the Same…and That’s Okay!
People love to talk about equality and equal opportunities. While the sentiment is fine (yes, we should all be treated with dignity!), this thinking is a bit flawed. We do […]
An Era of “Fight or Flight”
When you turn on the TV or read a news article, what do you see? How do you feel? More than likely, you’re exposed to a flurry of negative headlines […]
Work Gives Purpose
There is pride in productivity. When a person returns home after a long day of work, they might feel a little tired, but (hopefully) they also feel a sense of […]
5 Reasons to Unplug
Don’t get me wrong, the modern world is wonderful. As I’ve written about in a past blog post, we are living in a better time than ever before–an era of relative […]