Who really has it figured out anyway? Ha! Anyone who says they have it “all figured out” is probably fibbing both to you and themselves. Unfortunately, daily, monthly, and yearly bumps and blockades are just part of life, but our reactions and taking advantage of these growing opportunities make the difference. And even then, we might “mess” that up, too,…
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Emotion and Conviction
A guest post by Gregory V. Diehl. Gregory reached out to me a month or so ago. He had recently released his fourth non-fiction book on Amazon, The Heroic and Exceptional Minority: A Guide to Mythological Self-Awareness and Growth. The book takes a very direct approach to mythological personal development themes in real life and the burdens/responsibilities of being an…
How can Changing your Perspective Bring you Inner Peace?
Can changing your Perspective bring you, Inner Peace? If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. Dr. Wayne Dyer Perspective Perspective is the way that you see something. It’s your point of view. For instance, if you think that toys corrupt children’s minds, then a toy shop is an evil place from your…
Journaling and 3 other Healthy Ways To Release your Emotions
We all get angry and frustrated. It’s a natural part of life, and it’s okay to feel exasperated sometimes. The problem isn’t with the emotion itself. The problem is in how you express it. We’ve heard examples of getting our frustrations out physically – like punching your pillow, screaming at the top of your lungs, or when I was younger,…
4 Easy Steps to Begin a Daily Positive Affirmation Practice!
What is an affirmation, and how do you begin a daily practice? Affirmations are simple, self-confident “I am” statements. These confident statements may be said or written down. When practiced routinely, it will rewire our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. If you have a negative belief or thought that makes you feel bad, you can replace it with a positive statement….
It’s raining …
let’s stay inside. It was very early, the room was dark, and Mary began to stir – a sign to Amy that it was soon time to go downstairs. Mary rubbed her eyes and removed the little nuggets of sand left behind by the sandman and the night’s deep rest. Amy was still curled up by her feet. She could…
If we increase our patience, will we increase our kindness?
A little story … When my boys were little, we spoiled them with presents at Christmas time – ha, who am I kidding – I still spoil them! Their excitement would build, and their patience dwindled. Each child yearned to see what Ol’ Saint Nick left for him under the tree, and—no surprise—they would wake us up super early! Once…
FOMO – Fear Of Missed Opportunities
Our Fear of Missed Opportunities Usually, we are operating off of a set of goals and/or a game-plan for our work-life, and often, we also have goals and a plan for our personal lives. What if we were so busy with our head down working hard and making all of those plans that we missed some “perfect” opportunity? Or worse,…
What is the practice of Sound Healing & Brain-Tapping?
What is Sound Healing? Sound healing, also known as ASMR (auto sensory meridian response), is an ancient practice that has been used to improve mental, physical, and emotional health. There are different types of sound healing, including vibrational therapy, which uses vibrations from gongs and tuning forks to relax the mind and body. One of the most popular methods today…
Budget-Friendly Ways to Elevate Your Yoga Practice
A Guest Post, written by Shelia Johnson Sheila Johnson left the corporate world and long hours behind to start her own business. The newfound freedom and flexibility enabled her to prioritize her health by practicing a daily self-care routine. She created WellSheila as a place to not only share her story, but inspire others to put their physical and mental…