“Grape or Fruit punch? Chocolate or vanilla? Pizza or McDonalds?” These were some of my favorite “this or that” questions to answer as a kid. And I still love any question about food! Today, if someone asked me “Star Trek or Star Wars”… it would be a tough answer, but I usually have to pick … Read more
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many of us find ourselves retreating indoors and facing the unique challenges that winter brings. Self-care, often described as the practice of taking deliberate actions to maintain and improve one’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being, becomes especially important during this season. For some, winter can trigger … Read more
Have you ever paused to feel thankful for something in your life, only to wonder whether what you’re feeling is gratitude or simply appreciation? Many of us use the two words interchangeably, yet their meanings and emotional depth can differ in subtle but important ways. I remember once feeling a rush of gratitude after a … Read more
I have a dear friend named Gemma, and over the years, I have gotten to know her pretty well (or at least I’d like to think so). Some days she is enthusiastic, driven, and lives life to the fullest. On other days she doesn’t answer texts and cancels our planned coffee dates. Sometimes I worry … Read more
When was the last time you felt grateful for the life you live? Gratitude isn’t a craze or fad that’s hit the market to help publishers sell journals.  It’s an honest to goodness way to appreciate the small things so that you can focus on the bigger picture. Today, we’re going to offer you 365 … Read more
Humans are social beings, or so we’ve come to learn. Yet, psychologist Carl Jung found a way to figure out why one group of people has a tendency to be more social than others. The less socially-inclined group is called introverts, while those who are more outgoing are called extroverts. According to VeryWellMind, introverts make up an estimated 25% to 40% of … Read more
We are drawn to people who smile.  When someone looks sad, angry, or upset, we avoid them like the plague. When they smile, it allows us to let our guard down a little. As kids, we used a smile to gauge whether it was safe to approach our parents about going outside to play or … Read more
Words of encouragement can be personal feelings or quotes that motivate, inspire, and spread love. They are meant to give hope and courage to anyone and everyone. From the anxious and sad, to the lonely and scared… no matter what the situation. These words can resonate with a child going to their first day of school from an elderly person going … Read more
When you get ready to study, do you ever wonder where to begin? Maybe you feel overwhelmed with the knowledge of an upcoming test. The thought of preparing for the exam makes you anxious and stressed out. I think you’ll agree with me when I say that stressing over an upcoming test hinders your ability … Read more
Many famous people may also be narcissists. It takes a certain amount of narcissism to desire to be front and center and known by everyone. Here we have created a list of public figures, both past and present, who can most likely be labeled as having narcissistic personality disorder. These are not “official” designations, but … Read more