Today in the United States, we remember those who have died in service to our country. For many, this can be a somber day. For others, it can be the kickoff to summer fun or simply a day off from work. I encourage you to reflect on what this day means to you. There is […]
I consider myself to be a pretty motivated and productive guy. Although I’m in control of much of my schedule, a typical day consists of work, physical activity such as walking and exercising, and spending quality time with my wife and often with family, neighbors, and other friends. I know that I’m not too unique […]
By Dua Amin, Contributing Author How to have contentment of life. Contentment is a state of happiness that eases oneself and one’s life circumstances. Contentment is relatively a state of satisfaction and inner peace. It is a state where one finds peace in everything they have; they stop cursing themselves for not having certain perks of life. […]
This past weekend, I embraced immense gratitude, celebrating all that I am thankful for in the present moment. As I felt my heart open to receive the unconditional love available to me, it truly felt like love flooded every cell in my body. This mindset of embracing immense gratitude filled my heart with such love, […]
Happy Friday! It’s that time of the week again when I share another Tip of the Week video with you. Today’s video is all about managing stress mindfully. As we all know, stress can be overwhelming and negatively impact our mental and physical health. That’s why I believe it’s important to understand how we are […]
This week I encourage you to prioritize your mental and emotional health. How can you foster a state of being that is helpful to your overall health? It’s not selfish; it’s necessary. The demands of work and managing personal responsibilities can weigh you down. Other times you can glide through the challenges seamlessly. Why is […]
We all have bad days – and some of them are of our own making. Of course, sometimes things don’t work out because we are treated unfairly, and sometimes we are treated fairly but we don’t get the job or the relationship or the discount or the tax break that we want. Even on the […]
During our life, the growth and change we experience as a result of personal development can require us to come out of our comfort zone. It is in this unknown, the unfamiliar, that we may experience apprehension, doubt, and fears. It is also here that self-exploration and meditation can help us live in awareness to […]
Some very compassionate people have a difficult time expressing self-compassion. According to Dr. Kristin Neff, self-compassion expert at the University of Texas, the practice of self-compassion involves giving ourselves the same kindness and care that we’d give to a friend. Why do some people find that concept so difficult? In some cases, the problem is […]
Take a moment for mindful reflection and contemplate this quote: “Today is the first day of the rest of your life.” by Charles Dederich Let’s add a mindful twist, shall we? I encourage you to take a moment and notice what is currently on your mind. What has your attention at this moment? Are you […]
