There’s something quite comforting about curling up in front of the window with a warm blanket on a winter’s afternoon. The world outside glistens from the snow and ice. And the need for hot cocoa is very real. Yes, it is cold out there. But as much as we like to complain about the weather, … Read more
Everyone faces obstacles in life, and how you handle those challenges reveals a lot about your character. Resilience is simply the ability to bounce back from failures, setbacks, and difficult situations. Similar to a muscle, you only realize how much it has grown after repeatedly using it. Inspiring remarks from people who have been through … Read more
Sometimes, life can feel like one red traffic light after another. It’s tiresome, to say the least. And just when you start to make progress, you spy a pothole in the road that forces you to hit the brakes. It seems like there’s always something holding you back, always an obstacle standing in your way. … Read more
Wouldn’t it be nice if life lessons came with a free bagel or a sprinkled doughnut to sweeten the experience? Think about it – you unintentionally upset your coworker by speaking without considering how your words would make them feel. But it’s OK because a slice of apple pie on your desk instantly makes you … Read more
Every so often, a quote comes along that sticks with us and makes us think. Many of these come from movies and other popular forms of entertainment. Usually, these quotes are attributed to someone famous, but they are merely creations of the movie writers. This is the case with the quote, “Death smiles at us … 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
If giving up was going to cost you $1000, would you do it? Imagine if all you have to do is hand over a few $100 bills and sign on the dotted line. And you’d be free of whatever hardship you were facing. Or would you see it as a waste? A waste of your … Read more
A dose of motivation is like a giant pack of candy. It gives you a buzz, a thrill. And it lets you see the world in a brighter, more positive light. It’s the push behind even the smallest of dreams, like fitting into a new pair of jeans or saving enough money to take a … Read more
There’s something truly satisfying about that first sip of morning coffee. It warms the stomach and the soul simultaneously. And welcomes the day to begin. Without it, the world seems out of sorts. Things don’t flow as they should. And the people around you, well, they should probably go far far away. It doesn’t bear … Read more
We could all do with a little wisdom now and then. A few words of advice or, even better, a simple ‘How-To’ guide for the next 60-something years. Imagine that – on the day you enter the world, you’re handed a bright green book with 101 hints and tips on how to live a good … Read more