By Morgan Bundrant Solitude is creativity’s best friend, and solitude is refreshment for our souls. ~Naomi Judd Many definitions for “self-care” exist. The International Self-Care Foundation defines it as, “what people do for themselves to establish and maintain health, and to prevent and deal with illness.” In a more practical sense, I like to think […]
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How to Cultivate a Sense of Wonder in Life
By Rae Oliver “He who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead; his eyes are closed.” – Albert Einstein Our responsibilities grow as we get older — mortgages, car payments, medical insurance, and school fees, to name some. As much as we want to avoid it, […]
10 Ways to Keep Hope Alive in Hard Times
Practice hope. As hopefulness becomes a habit, you can achieve a permanently happy spirit. ~Norman Vincent Peale When life’s circumstances, drop us to our knees, we feel a loss of hope. Family and friends give words of encouragement and support, but it’s still tough to pull ourselves out of despair, anger, disappointment and frustration. However, […]
5 Ways to Boost Happiness through the Power of Music
Music is the language of souls. For thousands of years, human beings have created music and sounds. Starting with common objects such as branches and rocks to the modern instruments we have today, music has come a long way. What’s remained the same, however, is the positive effect music has on emotions. Music shifts moods […]
3 Ways to Overcome Procrastination and Get More Done
Procrastination seems to be an integral part of the human experience, with studies showing that 1 in 5 of us admit to being chronic procrastinators. Not only does procrastination damage your productivity at work and home but it can also affect your social relationships and mental health. On the other hand, persevering to achieve your […]