On the surface, Valentine’s Day is all about hearts and flowers, chocolates and stuffed animals. But if we look deeper, the real heart of Valentine’s Day is about love. When we look inward, into our own hearts, love becomes an opportunity for self-awareness, self-care, self-inquiry. When we look into our hearts, we are inviting personal reflection. We begin to ask deeper questions like: What is really important to us? What are we passionate about? What sparks our heart? Oprah Winfrey [...]
Most people don’t have a clear vision of how they would like their life to be. They couldn’t tell you what their perfect job, home, and relationship would look like and feel like. It’s no surprise that these same people are not living the life of their dreams. So how do we create dreams worth turning into reality? Then, how can we stop dreaming and start living? Unfortunately, the way in which we think about the things and situations we [...]
On Facebook I often post quotes to inspire thought and conversation, and recently I wrote this quote: “How you spend your money is how you vote on what exists in the world.” – Vicki Robin Then I was asked this question… “I am a bit confused about your statement, can you please elaborate in lay man’s terms thank you. Thank you.” Here’s how I responded… Everything we purchase is a silent agreement that we support it’s existence AND how it [...]
Given the state of the economy over recent years, it’d probably be accurate to say that more people are strapped with debt then in decades past. Does this mean talking finances with potential partners is more important now then ever? According to experts, absolutely. For baby boomers talking finances before getting married wasn’t a priority. In fact, many weren’t aware of their partners financial situation until after the vows were exchanged – and even then, some weren’t aware until problems [...]
Is the bond you share with your partner strong – one that can endure that trials and tribulations that are bound to come your way? Or is it flimsy and prone to breakage at the first sign of hardship? Relationships, as most of us have discovered, take a significant amount of time, energy, and patience to make them work. They can be extremely challenging, but equally rewarding, depending on how you choose to look at it. If you want to [...]
Before you drop a bundle on the wide array of weight loss products currently on the market, consider this: most of them don’t work. Instead, try going for the foods you’ll find in your local grocery store that have been proven to curb appetites and reduce sugar cravings. Here are some that made the list: Eggs: It might be tempting to reach for your regular breakfast go to – a doughnut or bagel perhaps – but eggs are chalk full [...]
If you aren’t experiencing the love in your life that you crave, it’s the perfect time to work through what might be holding you back. Here are a few questions to see where your energy is going: 1. Are you holding onto resentments whether it be towards a past partner, parent, or friend? 2. Are you open to practicing forgiveness? 3. Do you have low self-esteem? 4. Do you have a poor body image? 5. Do you believe that you [...]
