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If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. – the Dalai Lama What’s the secret to happiness? Depending on who you…

In today’s world, pleasure is easy to obtain. We even get a little reward boost by simply scrolling through the apps on our phones. In fact, this is exactly what…

“You’re too sensitive! You feel way too much!” If you’ve ever heard that from someone, then you may be interested in learning what it really means to be a highly…

Navigating life single can be a challenging journey at times. For a lot of us, being single can feel really lonely. But, living independently also gives us unique opportunities to:…

Most of us aren’t using our commute for anything particularly productive. Maybe you’re scrolling through your phone, zoning out to a podcast, or mentally rehearsing that awkward conversation you’ve been…

Our world is filled with beautiful examples of people looking out for one another. Every week, we bring you heartwarming stories about people’s generosity, compassion, and desire to help others,…

Have you ever had someone ask you to do something and you wanted to say “no”, but you blurted out “yes” instead? If so, you’re not alone. Many people have…

Most times we’re okay, or generally comfortable, but sometimes we’re not. Sometimes it feels like life threw a brick at you and it landed between your eyes. Other times it’s…

Hobbies aren’t just something to do to fill time. They can: foster creativity help you make new friends expand your mind (and your brain cells) and even improve your confidence…

At this time of the year, most of us are looking back at what we achieved last year and what we’d like to achieve this year. This reflection period helps…

Ever notice how one comment, one look, or one tiny inconvenience can flip your mood in seconds? You’re fine… then suddenly you’re irritated, defensive, shut down, or snapping at someone…

Even when it feels as though the odds are stacked against you, hold on to hope. Even the smallest glimmer can make all the difference. Hope gives us the courage…

Toxic relationships come in all sorts of shapes and forms, and they look different for everyone. They can be found in all contexts, from romantic relationships to family dynamics to…

Not everyone becomes a parent. Maybe it was a choice you made deliberately—one you feel confident about, even when others don’t quite understand. Or maybe life just didn’t unfold the…

Resilience is one of humanity’s greatest strengths. It’s why we exist today.  Throughout history, humans have faced uncertainty, upheaval, and change. But what has allowed us to keep moving forward…

Dating can be a rich, exciting experience for many people.  Trying to find that special someone through the dating process can take time, effort, and plenty of insight. After all,…

As we welcome a new year, let’s take a moment to appreciate the gifts and abundance in our lives. May the year ahead bring more good news and many reasons…

You don’t wake up planning to be emotionally overwhelmed. It just… happens. One notification turns into ten. One headline sparks frustration. One comment section spirals into outrage. Before you’ve even…

As the new year begins, most of us have a set of goals and accomplishments we wish to achieve throughout the year. However, some of us are still haunted by…

Shadow work is a practice that helps us to understand and confront the deeply hidden parts of ourselves that we can’t see or don’t want to accept or acknowledge. The…

“Success”: the word that everyone wants to achieve in one way or another. It doesn’t matter where we come from, our type of upbringing, or how we define and determine success….

It’s the end of another year, and as usual, there’s a lot going on. Christmas shopping, sending final reports before the year ends, work office parties and most importantly, reflecting…

Think about the last decision you made while you were frustrated. Maybe you fired off a message you later wished you’d worded differently. Maybe you rushed into a choice just…

No matter where you are in your journey, you always have something to offer, whether it’s your compassion, your skills, or the wisdom gained from your unique experiences. It’s also…

Have you ever noticed how a two-minute wait can feel like twenty when you’re tired, stressed, or just plain ready for life to hurry up? It’s strange. We live in…

Do you struggle with meeting new people, attending events and talking on the phone? While most of us may have a hard time in these situations here and there (Hello…

You set a goal, feel fired up about it for a few days, and then… nothing. The excitement fades, life gets busy, and suddenly that thing you swore you were…

Finding the perfect balance between work and life demands is not easy, but much needed. Unfortunately, due to the global economy, most people have to work harder in order to…

We all have those moments when our patience packs its bags and sprints straight out the door. Maybe it’s the person in front of you who decides to count out…

When our actions come from a place of love and compassion, even the most ordinary, everyday interactions can make a profound difference. A single moment of patience and understanding can…

Have you ever had the same dreams multiple times?   Do you think recurring dreams have some sort of message that is important for you to understand? Many dream experts assert…