Switch it Up

Routines are important, but sometimes it is just as important to switch things up a bit. If we never deviated from our plans or routines, never tried a different type of exercise or food, never did anything outside our comfort zone, then we would live very boring and constricted lives. “Variety's the very spice of … Continue reading Switch it Up

By Default, or With Intention

When thinking back over the past year and recalling the events that occurred, we most likely will find blessings that we didn’t expect or that may not have seemed like a blessing at the time. Yet, even during tough times, it is important to look for the good, because even if it isn’t apparent now, … Continue reading By Default, or With Intention

Be Courageous

Having courage does not mean that you are never afraid. Rather, being courageous means that you face the situation as bravely as possible, despite the fear. You take that bold step, you face the ‘giant’, and you do what you can in the best way you can, even if you’re trembling with apprehension. “You will … Continue reading Be Courageous

Let Your Imagination Run Wild

As children, we let our imaginations run wild and we freely dreamed big dreams and had such grand ideas, and yet we believed we could accomplish those goals. Somehow, over time, we start to doubt ourselves and those grand ideas started to feel outrageous, and we let ourselves believe that there was no way we … Continue reading Let Your Imagination Run Wild

To Forgive Is to Heal

I’m going to write about the F word. You know…forgiveness. It is of such profound importance that it is the subject of many books, articles, and spiritual practices. And it is not easy. If it was, then there would be no need for so much focus to be put on it. When we hold on … Continue reading To Forgive Is to Heal

Let it Shine

Each of us is a gift to the world. Within every one of us is the capacity for greatness and endless creativity. So many people feel they don’t have much to offer but it’s simply not true. We all have talents and skills and passions that are not quite like anyone else’s. They are uniquely … Continue reading Let it Shine