Mindfulness helps focus your awareness on the present moment. It makes you pay attention to the things that matter. Most importantly mindful thinking increases happiness.
The last few years haven’t been easy for any of us. Yet, with all the uncertainty in the world today, it’s essential to try and ground yourself. A great way of doing so is by repeating positive affirmations. While repeating these short phrases may seem odd at first, it activates the reward and pleasure centers … Read more
A relationship is one of the most beautiful and gratifying things in life, but it can often be challenging to navigate… especially if it’s a new relationship. These relationships can bring on a lot of insecurities, excitement and unfamiliar emotions – all of which can result in some confusion or hesitation at times. Many people … Read more
Let me guess. You’re here because you don’t think before you speak and the habit keeps getting you into trouble. Welcome to the club! My quick candor is both a virtue and a vice that’s gotten me into a pickle countless times. I’ve improved, thanks to Ecclesiastes 5:2, “Do not be rash with your mouth” and … Read more
Many moons ago, I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Film Studies (with a minor in children’s literature) because I enjoyed reading and writing so much. From a teenager, I knew that I wanted to turn writing into a career, and I always took pride in the number of books, poems, and stories I had read. So … 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
In 1967, The Beatles crooned “Love is All You Need”, which became a mantra for the hippy trippy times of cultural revolution. While most of us like to project love into relationships, self love exercises are just as important. In addition to the fight for civil rights, the “alternative” philosophies of Buddhism and Hinduism became … Read more
Have you ever found yourself worrying about different things? Have you ever felt that big events and celebrations of your life are often clouded by a sense of worry and stress? These feelings are so common among people. Humans are the wisest species of them all, and they get this label because of their ability … Read more