The Health Benefits of Reading

The Health Benefits of Reading

The Health Benefits of Reading Books? Reading? Who has the time? Yes, books! For me books have been one of the support systems in my caregiving journey. So, let’s start with 5 benefits of reading…Reduces stress and helps you relax. When you feel stressed just grab a...
Transforming Lives

Transforming Lives

Transforming Lives Transforming Lives“I’ve always loved butterflies, because they remind us that it’s never too late to transform our lives.”  ~ Drew BarrymoreThis is great news! No matter where you are on your life journey, it’s never too late! And yet for many, the...
Heart and Soul

Heart and Soul

Heart and Soul For some that phrase, heart and soul, might conjure up a famous song melody. For others, it may connect more with a sense of commitment, energy, and enthusiasm. And for some it might have a more spiritual meaning. So, let’s take a look at each of those...
Teach the Children Teach the Adults

Teach the Children Teach the Adults

Recent events have stirred a new generation of youth to exhibit their incredible skills in solving problems with not only intellect but emotion. They have innovative and creative ideas that we can all learn or re-learn in creating a more compassionate and humane...
Get Happy

Get Happy

As I was searching for my topic this week (since no flashes of inspiration had come to me), the Universe reached out with a strong suggestion (about 5 different articles) that the topic was to be on happiness. So here goes… What does it mean to be happy? How do you...
Be Nice, Be Kind

Be Nice, Be Kind

Sometimes just the smallest gesture can create ripples beyond our intentions. So why not create ripples that generate a positive effect? Being nice, or being kind, doesn’t mean you say yes to everything or everyone. It doesn’t mean you give in. What it...
An Archaeological Dig

An Archaeological Dig

Maybe it goes along with spring cleaning, but I seem to be finding myself beginning what might be called an archaeological dig. Room by room, going through closets and boxes of what was once considered treasures that have been buried over the years. Excavating is not...
Finding Your Purpose

Finding Your Purpose

According to Dan Buettner, in his study of what he has labeled “Blue Zones”, one of the things that adds years to your life is having a purpose. In observing communities where people live full lives past the age of 100, he found that one of the unique...