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Integrating Technology with Intentional Actions
Integrating Technology with Intentional Actions We live in an exciting time, where virtually anything we want, need, or can use is available at our fingertips. Need food…. Check. Need supplies for around the house…. Check. Want to start a business in your pajamas and never get dressed…. Check. Want to mindlessly scroll the internet for…
Read MoreBalance
Balance So much of life seems to ‘lie in the balance’ of something or someone. Considering that we are busier than ever these days, balancing everything we do has never been more critical. One part of our lives that seem to be the most out of balance (and I am quite guilty of this) is…
Read MoreRevenge or Justice – Deconstructing Anger
Revenge or Justice – Deconstructing Anger Inherently, we all desire revenge over justice, although outwardly we will say we want justice. There are thousands of stories of people who embody this worldwide anger – a passion for revenge. It is based upon ‘getting even’ rather than getting over or getting through issues. People are mad.…
Read MoreFace The Sun
Face The Sun Have you ever positioned your body to face the sun, closing your eyes and allowing its warmth to cover your entire being? If not, and the sun is out… go do it now for three minutes. Welcome back. How did that feel? Refreshing. Rejuvenating. Restful. Peaceful. When we face towards the sun…
Read MorePatience Really is a Virtue
Patience Really is a Virtue Growing up I remember hearing from my parents and teachers that patience was a virtue. As a teacher myself and a parent, I’m certain I’ve uttered those words. The bottom-line fact is that the phrase holds truth. Patience IS a virtue. But, what does virtue mean? A virtue is something…
Read MoreAttack your Bucket List
Attack your Bucket List As far as awareness goes, we have only this one conscious physical life to live. So, why not live it? No one wants to be on their death bed with regrets. Regret is a heavy emotion and it paralyzes people. Regret can create division, distance, and depression. I have fully seen…
Read MoreLeave Your Comfort Zone
Leave Your Comfort Zone There was a time where the best saying was “practice makes perfect.” It was a magical time in life where the connotation was that if you just keep practicing your craft, whatever it is, you will reap the rewards of almost sheer perfection. Well, practice does not always make perfect, in…
Read MoreDo You Like Your Sunflower Seeds With Or Without a Shell… and Does it Matter?
Do You Like Your Sunflower Seeds With Or Without a Shell… and Does it Matter? Whether you like sunflower seeds or not, everyone can relate to this analogy. Of course, if you are an avid sunflower seed consumer, you may be paying a little closer attention. When my son played baseball, I discovered that the…
Read MoreHow to Rest Well, Knowing That Tomorrow Will Be Better Than Today
How to Rest Well Knowing That Tomorrow Will Be Better Than Today I am going to make a bold statement. Your best days are still ahead of you, even if you are 80. How can I say this, especially to the 80-year-old who may be in failing health or dealing with dementia or some other…
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