Positivity

Do people smile because they are happy? Or, are people happy because they smile? These questions get to the heart of life after 60. Of course, both statements are true. Smiles are a reflection of how we feel. But, at the same time, happiness requires conscious effort.

As we get older, we accumulate more than just wisdom and memories – we also collect a habit of overthinking. Reflection is a beautiful thing, but let’s be honest. Sometimes it turns into an exhausting mental marathon. Have you ever found yourself lying in bed at night, mentally rewriting a conversation from three days ago? […]

Amidst the natural disasters, troubling news and unsettled political climate that surrounds me lately, I’ve had to level up my intentions for a peaceful and content life, adding a few extra habits into my daily practice that help me maintain an optimistic spirit, even when it feels…

Ever find yourself replaying a critical comment over and over in your mind? Maybe it was something your boss said about your work, or a friend’s off-hand remark about your choices. Whatever it was, criticism has a way of sticking with us – especially if we’re used to seeking…

Hopefully, the day you are reading this is a wonderful day! I think, for most of us, if we look back over our lives, there are many more good days than bad. However, if today is not such a good day, remember, tomorrow the page of life will turn. Life is full of twists and turns…

When we witness a breathtaking sunset or the quiet unfolding of a morning, do we dismiss it with: I’ve seen this before – one sunset is like any other, one dawn is much the same as the last? There’s truth in this, but it’s not the whole truth. Each sunrise follows the same rhythm…

In our fast-paced, stressful world of heavy traffic, long commutes, crowds of people, intense work demands, and constant bombardment with news of political upheaval and war, there is another way of looking at the world – a way that brings peace. This worldview…

A friend and I were enjoying a pleasant afternoon walk through the local park after having had lunch together. We happened upon what must have been an art class. Half a dozen young people, each at an easel, were valiantly painting the nature scene in front of them…

Have you ever wondered how to sustain feelings of joy and peace? What are the long-term advantages of living life affirmatively? Mindset and attitude are critical. Your thoughts and words have power and can help set the tone…

That fine morning, I was in a place in my emotional life where so much had happened in six months that I stared at this scene as if I was watching it from far above, like God’s perch. While this detachment has served me over a lifetime of karmic meteors, I’ve been…