Recently, I had the pleasure of watching Disney’s Christopher Robin. It’s a moving film that tells the story of a middle-aged man who reunites with his childhood friend, Winnie the Pooh and all his companions from The Hundred Acre Woods. His friends help him rekindle his enthusiasm for life and remind him what’s most important….
Why Complaining Blocks Your Abundance
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” – Maya Angelou Let’s face it – things won’t always go our way. Unless you’re as tranquil as a Zen monk, you’ll respond with disappointment, anger, and frustration. You might even let out a few expletives or whine about your…
4 Reasons Why Stereotypes are Harmful and Destructive
“A stereotype may be negative or positive, but even positive stereotypes present two problems: They are clichés, and they present a human being as far more simple and uniform than any human being actually is.” – Nancy Kress “All teenagers are rebels. Goths wear black clothes and are outcasts. All blonds are unintelligent. Women can’t…
How to Overcome Laziness and Be Productive
“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney We all have those days when we just can’t motivate yourself to get off the couch (or out of bed). You take a cursory glance at the pile of paperwork on your desk, or the overflowing laundry basket and promise…
4 Signs of a Soul Connection
“There are no accidental meetings between souls.” – Sheila Burke Have you ever met someone with whom you felt an unexplainable connection? Upon meeting them, you may have felt an instant pull that defies logic, or reason. Even before getting to know them, you may have sensed a special dynamic which you felt compelled to…
The Right Way to Use the Law of Attraction to Create a Life You Love
“Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” – Napoleon Hill “When you wish upon a star Makes no difference who you are Anything your heart desires Will come to you If your heart is in your dream No request is too extreme When you wish upon a star As dreamers…
6 Easy Ways to Stop Overthinking and Simplify
“Stop overthinking. You can’t control everything, just let it be.” There’s a lot to think about over the course of our lives. We have big life decisions to make, as well as day-to-day ones that really only affect us in the here and now. Some of us can handle these mental demands with the dexterity…
What Judging Others Reveals About You
“Before pointing fingers, make sure your hands are clean.” – Jimi Hendrix Everyone loves to indulge in people-watching once in a while. I love to sit by the window facing a busy street in a Starbucks, sipping a warm chai latte as I watch the hustle bustle pass me by. A running commentary plays in…
The Difference Between Giving Up and Surrendering
“Surrender isn’t about giving up, it’s about letting go.” – Anonymous Some of the highlights of my travels have included visits to ancient spiritual and religious sites. Whether it’s the awe-inspiring ceiling of the Sistine Chapel or the largest bronze Buddha in the Todai-ji temple in Japan, or the ornate and intricate structures of the…
The Art of Balancing Your Wants and Needs
“You can’t always get what you want, but if you try, sometimes, you might find you get what you need.” – Rolling Stones It’s hard not to get overwhelmed in the modern marketplace when there are so many options available. Whether you’re walking down a supermarket aisle, or shopping in a mall, or haggling with…
