How to Be an Optimist in a Critical World
True optimism is more than positive thoughts and high hopes.
Creativity
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Creativity is more than art, it is navigation through life using imagination—one of the most powerful tools we have against anxiety and fear. It opens us up to engage at a deeper level and grow in mind, soul and spirit.
Why Embracing Sorrow Paves Our Way to Joy
I am convinced that this emotional dance is something supernatural.
How to Identify If Self-Pity Is At Work in Your Life
There is hope of turning a self-pity party into a more freeing, healthy way of thinking.
All Is New, All Is Well: A Poem for the New Year
This year was a little rough around the edges. May next year be softer, lighter, brighter.
A Song for the Dawn of Christmas
Christmas comes too quickly for a heart some years. But I keep it, I keep it. Christmas comes too jolly for a heart some years. But I take it in,…
A Practical Guide to Fixing up Your First Fixer-Upper
It used to be more common that new homeowners wanted a move-in ready space. Besides some new appliances and a quick paint job, nothing about it really changed. Now everyone…
Snuggle Up This Fall With These Must-Reads
Autumn is the best time to grab a book or two for your reading list.
The Joys Found in the Garden
Pulling weeds, inspecting leaves for damage, checking for veggies to harvest— it heals me.
How to Add Warmth to Your Home
You have finally moved to your new home. You only need the final finish— adding warmth to your space to truly make it comfortable.
