Wellness
Building Self-Worth
Persistent self shaming thoughts disrupt our lives. We can soften their impact and silence the…
My Amazing Discoveries in Wellness
Life plays out in many unexpected and fascinating ways. I’ve made many amazing discoveries in…
Possible Selves
Our possible self is the future vision we have of ourselves. A positive vision motivates…
Supportive Environment
Just like a flower, we grow when the surrounding conditions support growth. We must create…
Tipping Point
Better choices don’t immediately change our lives. With continued effort, we eventually reach a tipping…
Human Flourishing
We can do more than survive. A little food, water and protection from the harsh…
Beacons of Light: Ten Guiding Principles
Wellness isn’t a list. Science, however, provides some guiding principles. These principles provide direction, illuminating…
Feeling Life
Living is an emotional experience. We feel. The experience of living isn’t what happens to…
Self Hate
Self hate intrudes on life, heightening fears, and destroying confidence. We can overcome this mind…
Overcome Addictions
We have habits that destroy, intruding on our lives, and damaging futures. We can change….
Motivation to Change
We must understand the factors that motivate people to change to persistently pursue and satisfy…
Overcoming Negative Self Talk
The words we think matter. Harsh negative self talk impedes personal growth by wrecking self…
Is Your Life Expanding or Retracting?
Life is dynamic and complex with all our successes and failures it is difficult to…
Life: Good and Bad
Our lives have pleasant and unpleasant experiences. Life is good and bad; nevertheless we still…
Longing for Sameness
Even good changes leave a hole, aching to be filled. During positive change, we often…
Happy With Where We Are
Happy with where we are doesn’t imply stagnation. But, Enjoying the present without sacrificing the…
Passion and Purpose
Passion and Purpose create an enthusiasm for life, enhancing wellness and joy.
Emotionally Fit
Emotionally fit is having a healthy relationship with our emotions, utilizing their energy to succeed…
Mental Health Benefits of Nature
Life overwhelms and we need escape, moving away from modern problems. We need the mental…
Self Assessment Skills
Accurate self assessments are the path of self improvement. With proper self assessment skills, we…
Life is a Puzzle
Life is a puzzle, not easily described in words. True wisdom is discovered from accepting…
Greed and Desire
Satisfaction comes and goes like the waves of the ocean. We must tame greed and…
Harmonious Balance of Expectations
We struggle to find a harmonious balance of expectations. We must have some hopes but…
Invitations to Change
When life goes wrong, we can view the displeasure and disappointment as an invitation to…
Ineptness
We manage shame over our ineptness through kindly accepting our imperfections, and working towards self-improvement.
Kindsight
Life is difficult enough without a harsh critic judging every behavior. Try seeing yourself and…
The Practice of Letting Go
We want change but fear letting go of old habits, people, and routines. However, change…
Living with Imperfection
Running headlong into our imperfections is frightening. Living with imperfection requires accepting vulnerability.
Simply Being
In the driven charge to become something great, we lose the joy and beauty of…
Joy in Wholeness
Finding joy throughout the difficulties. We can find joy in wholeness.