“Love is never wasted, for its value does not rest upon reciprocity.” — C.S. Lewis Great love involves great risk. To love anyone, whether that be a romantic partner, family member, a friend, or even a project, cause, or object, calls for us to be vulnerable and willing to open our hearts. That’s why real…
The Four Aspects of Aging
“We don’t stop playing because we grow old. We grow old because we stop playing.” – George Bernard Shaw “Age is just a number,” is a catchphrase that’s so popular, it’s become almost a cliché. Our culture is youth obsessed, and hundreds of books with similar titles flood the self-help bookshelves. Our society celebrates youth…
5 Ways to Bring Back the Simplicity of Old Times
“Some old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat.” – Laura Ingalls Wilder Being part of one of the last generations to enjoy a tech-free childhood, I had the good fortune to experience life without cell phones, the internet, or social media. I spent time playing outdoors with school friends. I played…
The Keys to Handling Criticism Well
Accept both compliments and criticism. It takes both sun and rain for a flower to grow. I admit that I don’t take criticism well. It’s not something that comes naturally, and I have to be conscious of the signs that I’ve been triggered: a racing mind and a faster heartbeat. I was raised by a…
5 Ways to Overcome Feeling Isolated and Alone
“Loneliness is not lack of company, loneliness is lack of purpose.” – Guillermo Maldonado At one time or another, everyone has felt lonely. You may have moved schools or workplaces, and struggled to make friends, or broken up with a partner and lost the friends you shared. You may even have an extensive social network,…
How to Change Your Attitude When You Can’t Change Anything Else
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” – Maya Angelou A simple shift in our attitude can change how we experience life. The way we decide to respond to our circumstances determines how much satisfaction it brings. But what if the reality we face is exceptionally hard…
Why Healing Ourselves Will Heal Our Planet
“When we heal the Earth, we heal ourselves.” – David Orr Lately, it feels like the world is imploding. The aggressive Coronavirus has been spreading like a ferocious wildfire, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos wherever it goes. As a species, we’re facing a cataclysmic war, not between humans, but between humans and nature….
5 Things to Keep in Mind When Setting Your Priorities
“Always remember, your focus determines your reality.” – George Lucas When I first began writing this blog post, I had a completely different narrative in mind. After witnessing the coronavirus pandemic that has spread across the globe, causing chaos and fear in every country, I decided to rewrite it. I changed my focus as a…
5 Ladylike Qualities Still Important Today
“The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.” – Audrey Hepburn The idea of femininity has drastically changed over the past century. Women have won their rights and have gained influence in almost every field. They have more opportunities for…
How to Manage Your Fear of the Future
“Don’t shortchange the future because of fear in the present.” – Barack Obama Fear of the future can be crippling to inner peace, yet it’s a universal experience. All of us feel it throughout our lives. Coping with uncertainty is a life skill that has become valuable in the fast-changing world of the 21st century….
