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 […]
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 […]
5 Tips for Parents to Survive the School Year
It’s hard to know what the upcoming school year will bring. Some schools are requiring kids to wear masks; others are not. Some parents are teaching their kids at home […]
Shortcuts to Developing Patience
Let me start by confessing: The title of this blog post is a bit of a joke. Of course anyone who is generally impatient will want a quick and easy […]
The True Cost of Subscriptions
“It’s just $5 per month. What harm could it be?” “Sure, it’s costly, but I can stop my subscription whenever I want.” “I’ll just subscribe for the trial period and […]
Droplets and Oceans
My life amounts to no more than one drop in a limitless ocean. Yet what is any ocean, but a multitude of drops? -David Mitchell It’s easy to believe your […]
Stop Comparing Yourself To Others
In a world inundated with social media posts, it’s easy to compare yourself to others. We see perfect families taking perfect vacations. We see people buying expensive cars and clothing. […]