Elves are one of the many symbols of Christmas. They are known to be Santa’s helpers, especially when it comes to creating toys for children and taking care of reindeer. Even outside of Christmas, they are still fascinating creatures that are exciting to paint and color. Those that live in the forest (not the Christmas … Read more
Unless you grew up living under a rock, most of you have at least heard of Mr. Rogers and his show, Mr. Rogers Neighborhood. After its original debut in Canada, the show aired in the United States on February 19, 1968 and ran until 2001. The series targeted preschool children ages 2 through 5, teaching … Read more
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the chaos of your own thoughts? Brain dump worksheets are the silent guardians against the clutter of a busy mind. They are a personal outlet for stress, allowing you to spill your thoughts onto paper. This process clears the way for a more organized, decluttered, and happier existence. In … Read more
I love practicing Tai Chi, simply because it’s a wonderful way to connect your mind to your body. Our bodies are vessels for our minds, but when life gets busy, we lose touch with that vessel and begin to drift through life, absent-minded, and confused. A great way to reconnect and get in touch with … Read more
Your mind is an amazing place. It can be an escape where you can indulge in daydreams and fantasies. It can help you problem-solve and come up with creative and practical solutions. It helps you keep track of your day-to-day life. But you can also get stuck in your head while you zone out of … Read more
It’s been one of those days: everything that could go wrong has gone wrong, and life is spiraling out of control. We’ve all had days, weeks, and even months of that feeling that we’re rapidly losing all control and falling down in the mud of a taxing existence. Feeling out of control is a sensation … Read more
Have you ever noticed how music, and especially songs about death, can bring out our deepest emotions? Songs about death hold a unique place in the tapestry of music, offering solace and understanding during our most trying times. They help us reflect on life and find calm in the storm of our emotions, and provide … Read more
Do you ever find yourself offering help to someone? Do you often give sincere and genuine compliments? If so, you probably enjoy making other people happy. No matter what form it comes in, kindness is one of the most important values we need to learn in this life—and the best part is, it’s totally free! … Read more
When I was little, my mom was quick to teach me that every occasion had a dress code. She’d say, “You wear your bathing suit to the beach, you wear your play clothes outside, and you wear your Sunday best or ‘neat’ – formal or modest – clothes for church and wakes.” As a child, … Read more
Most of us can think of millions of reasons to live. We plan for the future and always have something great to look forward to. Even life’s simple pleasures keep us going. Things like the ball game on Saturday, a date with a crush, a weekend with the grandkids, a payday on Friday, a spa … Read more