The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means gratefulness, grace, or graciousness. In other words, gratitude is the appreciation that a person either receives or that a person gives. When we express gratitude many of us do it in a tangible...
Meditation is more than clearing one’s mind, it can also serve as a means to intentionally create positive change in your life. We’ve all heard the expression, “two birds, one stone.” Beginning your day with reflection and meaningful intent means you show up...
From an early age we are taught to think about our future. It starts when our parents or other family members ask us, “what do you want to be when you grow up?” For the majority of us, we are then prepared to follow a fairly set life agenda – do well in...
Seasons Change our Perspectives I don’t know about you, but the older I get the more I enjoy the shift from summer to fall. Maybe it’s because of the season of my life, or maybe I’m just ready to curl up in my sweater, leggings and booties...
The shadow can be defined in many different ways with one being, “an imperfect and faint representation.” Exploring our shadow side is about coming face to face with the aspects of ourselves that we were taught to hide, reject and deny – and we do this with both...
We have all heard the expression “Keeping up with the Joneses.” The expression implies comparing yourself to your neighbors as a benchmark for social class. This saying is generally associated with the material aspect of your life; however, we also benchmark...
Managing emotions under pressure can seem like an impossible task. In our increasingly busy lives filled with endless to-do’s and seemingly not enough time in the day, it’s easy to feel like your trapped inside of a snow globe; shaken and scattered in all...
Have you found yourself experiencing an overwhelming emotion, but don’t quite know how to cope with it? Maybe you find yourself in an emotional loop of distractions and unhealthy habits that continue to reoccur – the moment the distraction subsides, the emotion...
2020 is a Transformational Time in our History: Do You Feel Pulled to Emerge Better & Stronger? No doubt 2020 will forever be etched in as one of the most memorable years of our lives. We could never have anticipated its arrival, nor predicted its...
Communicating healthy boundaries in your relationships is crucial in order to truly feel comfortable. Develop trust within the partnership and gain overall positive self-esteem. When talking about your boundaries, you need to be 100% clear about what works for you and...
“Slow breathing is like an anchor in the midst of an emotional storm: the anchor won’t make the storm go away, but it will hold you steady until it passes.” – Russ Harris For many of us, the uncertainty surrounding our current...
Goals, whether big or small, can be the stepping-stones to living a happier, more fulfilling life, and the WAY we set our goals can make a huge difference in whether or not we actually achieve them. Setting goals for things we want to do in our lives and...
Self-Esteem Need a Boost? Need a little confidence boost? We ALL go through periods where we just don’t feel like we’re good enough. Rest assured, this is all just part of the human experience. Luckily, there are some really effective ways to build our...
MER ®, or Mental and Emotional Release ®, Therapy can be defined as a clinically researched method to relieve one of anxiety, stress, fear and other undesirable emotions. MER ® is also used to correct depression, phobias, and procrastination. In today’s times, Mental...
Life is FULL of highs and lows. Sometimes those lows can get the best of us leaving us feeling unmotivated, disconnected, and without a purpose. Here are three ways to help lift you out of your funk when times get tough. When life is flowing, it feels amazing. Falling...
Life has a way of knocking us off our rockers, especially when we least expect it. And just when we think we’ve bottomed out, we get knocked down again. Navigating through these uncomfortable times while staying positive will require creativity During...
With our busy lives taking the front seat, it’s important to find ways to bring some calm into our chaos. Yoga and meditation practices continue to rise to the top of the list on ways to channel that inner peace. Mantras are an important part of these practices and...
Finding true love is something we all desire at some point in our lives. That being said, most of us have also experienced heartbreak at one point or another, and we’re left wondering; “ Is it even possible to find that match made just for me? Do soulmates really...
Life We all strive to feel happy and fulfilled. We all want to live a life of joy, peace, and balance. However, the darker side of life can keep us from achieving this. We constantly worry about time, money and even our purpose in this world. If you are feeling these...
Regardless of your culture, theology, beliefs, or interests, you can embark on the path of becoming more spiritually aware. Here are five tips I’ve found helpful for those wishing to progress on their spiritual path.. Spirituality is gaining in popularity across the...
Have you ever made a News Years resolution and found that it did not last much longer than a few week or months into the year? If so, it’s possible the problem may be in your approach. As one year is brought to completion and we begin another, it can be exciting...
The holidays mean different things to different people. It could be a time of joy for some, as we have more opportunities to spend with loved ones and get to participate in beloved traditions. For others it could be a time of obligation, overwhelm, and anxiety. These...
Several years ago, I was working for The Chopra Center—which I absolutely loved and was in my dharma—and, I was working way too much. My hours were long—I was stretched between running events, running teacher training’s, being a teacher myself and traveling....
As the seasons change, so do our activities, our schedules, and even our exposure to different kinds of viruses – all things that can challenge our overall wellness. So, while you reach for your pumpkin spice latte and snuggle up in your favorite cozy sweater, do your...
How great would it be if you could call in your soul mate, the perfect person to spend the rest of your life with? Or become wildly successful and financially abundant? What if you could create anything you want and live a purpose-based life of happiness, joy, and...
Summer’s here and it’s the time of year when you’re being called to enjoy the warmth and fun of the season. As a child, you may have waited all year for school to let out just so that you could swim in the lake with your friends, have outdoor parties, and lose...
Acts of violence, terrorism, and major natural catastrophes dominate global headlines and, in some cases, they have hit you directly. These events may make you question your faith, your beliefs, and your overall ability—or desire—to function in the world. There is no...
Spring has arrived! With the return of the sun, new blooms begin to sprout up all around. The emergence of spring may find you yawning and stretching after a nice, long winter hibernation. Your days may seem brighter, your mood...
Have you ever wondered why other people don’t see things the same way you do? Isn’t it baffling that you don’t necessarily share the same viewpoints or beliefs even when you come from the same family? You absorb and filter information through your own experiences,...
If there’s anything we’ve learned about being human, it’s that none of us are perfect. Every day you wake up and make choices, from the moment you open your eyes until the minute you close them again at the end of the day. The choices you make and the actions you take...
You have an intention. There’s something you really want to achieve in your life, possibly several things, and no matter how hard you try you’re just not able to make it happen. It’s frustrating beyond measure. Eventually, feeling destitute and deflated, you trade in...
Meditation is one of today’s most effective tools for managing stress, getting into the zone, and entering into a peaceful state of balance. Practiced by celebrities, professional athletes, and high-powered executives, in addition to everyday people like you and me,...
The New Year is an exciting time as it marks a fresh, clean slate from which you can start anew. Filled with inspiration, intention, and wonder, you recommit to chasing your dreams and making them a reality. You write out your goals and aspirations, buy new...
Nearly everyone has some sort of problem in life that they would like to do away with. Perhaps you feel like you never have enough time to just sit back and enjoy life. Maybe you’re stuck in a job that you don’t enjoy. Maybe you aren’t spending enough time with your...
Holidays are a time for coming together with loved ones to celebrate seasonal festivities. And yet, the holidays can be one of the most stressful times of year for many people. Pressure to spend money, time, and energy on things that society deems important can leave...
Gratitude comes in many forms and how you experience it can vary a great deal, depending on your intention. It’s easy to hone in on the things you are grateful for when life is going well. A good economy, a happy family, a loving relationship, a successful career, and...
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