Even before federal sanctions on Russian oil, the price of gasoline was already creeping upward. Now, it’s not uncommon to see prices listed at well over $4 per gallon…and experts […]
Loving Differences
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]