Usually, by the time we’ve reached adulthood and what we deem to be the “appropriate marrying age,” we’ve simply forgotten how to play – how to not take ourselves quite so seriously, and how to connect with each other like we used to when we were kids. Yes, there is an aspect of this that is essential to our growth and taking care of ourselves and our significant other should certainly take precedence over child-like fantasies. But does play really [...]
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 [...]
Most of us live our lives passively – never fully showing up, rarely feeling passion for what we have chosen to do, and complaining about the state of the world without attempting to do much about it. Unfortunately, not connecting to a deeper sense of purpose or even attempting to ignite some passion in our everyday lives makes finding or feeling happiness nearly impossible. Not to mention the fact that the littlest inconveniences or tough situations seem massive when the [...]
Are you progressing towards your goals or are you stuck in a perpetual state of self-doubt? If the things you want out of life always seem to be out of your reach then you might need to chalk it up to negative self-talk and a low level of self-esteem. Some people are fully aware of the negative beliefs they harbor about themselves, and are able to give a laundry list of their shortcomings on a moments notice. Others may have [...]
Have you ever found yourself listening to a horrifically loud or irritating noise that you didn’t even realize how disruptive it was until it stopped? That is exactly how mind chatter works. This incessant buzzing created by our thoughts keeps us from being fully present in the moment because these thoughts are usually based around past experiences or future events – neither of which we can change in the here and now. It is mind chatter that stops us from [...]
We are all aware of how diet, exercise, and family history have helped mold our current state of health. But did you know that where you live today and where you have lived in the past can have a drastic affect on various aspects of your physical wellbeing? Unfortunately, physicians pay little to no attention to how high pollution in one state could be the driving force in our breathing issues, for instance. In this TED video, Bill Davenhall makes [...]
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 [...]
