Tag: Motivation

Have you noticed how some relationships feel light and effortless, like you’re both caught in the same current, moving together without even trying? And then other times, maybe even in…

Some people find their purpose and passion early in life, while others find it at a later time. But for those who haven’t found their passion and purpose yet, it…

Years ago, I was in a relationship where I tended to take things personally, many of which had absolutely nothing to do with me. I didn’t realize it at the…

Giving just feels good. It offers us a sense of purpose and makes our lives more meaningful. Every act of kindness brings us closer to others and empowers us to…

Meditation is often thought of as simply sitting and thinking of nothing. However, there’s actually no wrong or right way to meditate. In fact, achieving true “nothingness” in the mind…

No relationship is perfect.  I think that’s something most of us can all agree with. While they may not be perfect, we usually prefer happy and harmonious relationships – ones…

The whole concept of introvert vs. extrovert may be well known among our culture. It’s common to hear someone proudly declare they’re one or the other and even in conflicts,…

Have you ever felt the invisible shift in the air when someone walks into the room? Maybe your shoulders relax because their presence is warm and grounding. Or maybe your…

Getting to know someone and eventually falling in love with them is a magical feeling. Once in love, there is a need for us to keep falling in love and…

Dealing with heartache can feel horrible.  Grieving the loss of a relationship can certainly send you spiraling – feeling so much pain, confusion, and disappointment. Most of us can relate…

Life inevitably brings challenges and circumstances beyond our control. We aren’t defined by what happens to us, but by how we respond. By choosing how we respond, we take back…

It’s so easy to get comfortable living in the shadow of whatever you’re going through that you forget there’s actually a whole person standing behind those challenges. Have you ever…

Ah, bedtime rituals! We all know we should do them, but many of us don’t have them. Then, we toss and turn for hours – basically praying to the sleep…

Fight, flight or freeze – have you heard this before? Here’s an example: One day, while happily walking in nature, I turned the corner on the trail and my eyes…

Many practices that have stood the test of time have proven to offer real, lasting benefits – including meditation.  Modern research demonstrates that this ancient practice can: reduce stress improve…

You’ve probably felt it before… that slow, sneaky drain on your energy. Maybe it’s after a tense conversation, a chaotic meeting, or scrolling a little too long through the noise…

Do you ever feel like you just can’t relax? You know you should. But there just doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day. Life is hectic, right? For…

On the internet, we are often exposed to extreme opinions, which can distort our view of the world. A warped perception can make it seem the world is full of…

Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” when every fiber of your being is whispering no? Maybe it’s a favor you don’t have time for. A meeting you didn’t want…

Most of us have experienced anxiety at least once.  That could have been before walking up to talk to someone, an interview or a presentation. Sometimes just thinking of your…

Learning, studying for exams, or studying, in general, is not only about memorizing and retaining information. You also don’t have to be in school to be learning or studying something!…

Are you taking care of yourself? Are you sure? Many people tend to take care of others and neglect taking time to care for themselves on a regular basis. You…

Many of us face times where we feel empty and lack fulfillment. Of course, some people may experience this more intensely than others, and it can result in varying levels…

Ever feel like you’re floating through your day instead of actually living in it? Like your mind is racing three steps ahead, but your body’s stuck somewhere behind, exhausted and…

Hope drives you to turn possibilities into beautiful outcomes. Even the smallest spark of hope can lead to powerful transformations. Take time to nurture the happy moments in your life,…

When we talk about extroverts and introverts it’s often oversimplified in black-and-white terms. But here’s the thing: true extroversion is at one end of the scale and true introversion is…