Valuable Lessons in Zen Stories – “The Test”
Our level of “zanshin” (our state of awareness) can mean the difference between skipping through life or fully experiencing it. Learn more about this important
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10 Do’s & Don’ts for the Journey to Veganism
I decided to become a vegetarian at the age of 18 mainly due to my concern for the welfare and living standards of many animals.
The 5 Golden Rules for Gratitude
Once you embody these gratitude principles, they’ll transform your life forever. Whilst reading this article, I’d like you to keep this phrase in mind: Focus
Using Creativity to Heal & Leave the Past Behind
At 18 years old, I never would have expected that a force could enter someone’s life – a force so powerfully negative and dark –
These 3 Sacred Symbols Hold Messages For You
What do you want MOST right now? As greater and greater demands are placed upon us by our modern world and highly competitive lifestyles, we
6 Steps For Tapping Into Your Intuition & Trusting Yourself
Trust yourself. It’s such a simple statement but what does it actually mean? And how do you do it? Your first step is to get
5 Ways to Use Social Media for a Healthier Mind
Social media is slowly but surely becoming a dirty word in modern society, with the idea that scrolling through endless polished selfies having a negative
3 Ways to Stop Lying to Yourself & Start Living Authentically
Never in my life have a met a bigger liar than myself, which is a pretty bold statement, considering that I can’t think of the
My Dad’s Dying. Here’s How I’m Finding Happiness
My father was diagnosed with cancer this week — and I’ll be honest, positivity is not on my side. The C-word signifies death. Regardless of
Are You in the ‘Work Hard Play Hard’ Trap?
Busy. Active. Ambitious. Busy. Purposeful. Fulfilled. Energized. Busy. Did I mention busy? The Beginning of The Trap The words above best describe the first thirty-nine
5 Tips To Stop Social Media Taking Over Your Life
Social media is great! It allows us to stay connected with the people that matter most, no matter where in the world they are. It
5 Insightful Chinese Phrases About Becoming a Better Person
No matter what ethnicity you are or what culture you are raised in, you are expected to learn the proverbs and idioms of your native
12 Tips for How to Develop Empathy & Why it Will Pay You Back
Can you quickly figure out and understand why a person is feeling the way they do? That’s empathy. Do you feel the same emotion that
Could Your Life be Better with Less?
“How might your life be better with less?” This was the question I first heard from The Minimalists’ podcast, as I was driving back to my
Wedding Planning? How to Deal with Overbearing Opinions
There’s something about weddings that makes people chime in with their unsolicited opinions, right?! Like your parents asking you to have a big wedding when
The Sharing Economy – A Way to a Better World
Thanks to the rise of The Sharing Economy, local apps and online communities mean you no longer need to own that electric drill you bought
Release Emotional Pressure with Writing Therapy
“Write hard and clear about what hurts.” – Ernest Hemingway Turning Feelings into Metaphors Wishing my fingers would move as fast along this keyboard as
Feeling Frustrated at Work? 8 Ways to Handle It Professionally
No matter how much you love your job (or not!) there will be occasions when things get challenging. The workload may be too much and
Mindfulness Tips – How to Transform 9 Mundane Tasks into Mindful Moments
Mindfulness (the practice of being present fully in the moment) does wonders for calming the mind and body, and putting you a state of greater
How to Get an Emotional Recharge in the Outdoors
There’s nothing quite like getting out in the wild. Certainly, there’s something liberating about the snow or leaves or sticks crunching under your feet, something
How To Identify & Prioritize Personal Values, Plus Why It Matters
Values, we all have them; but many people don’t know what they are and most people have not prioritized them. In this article, I want
7 Non-Material, Thoughtful Gifts to Give Your Loved Ones
I’ve never been good at gift-giving. I’m not sure what the real problem is. Is it that the people I love tend to have everything
How to Find Greater Fulfillment in Your New Year’s Resolutions
New year. New start. New beginning. New Year’s resolutions. It’s the one time a year many people put into words the actions necessary to make their
The Incredible Power of Taking Risks in Life
There are many ways to change your life for the better. And one simple, yet seemingly scary choice we can make is to be taking
5 Simple Ways to Design Your Home as a Happy Zone
People are complex beings and many things can affect our mood, happiness and motivation, both consciously and subconsciously, such as noise, air quality, crowd and
4 Ways to Stay Calm During the Holidays
The holiday season is here, bringing its unique combination of fun, joy, stress, excitement and downright craziness into your life for the next few weeks.
1 Question Conscious Business People Ask Each Morning
When it comes to creating results and being successful, it’s common for people to focus solely on what they’re doing. It’s all about the goal,
The Art of Not Reacting to Negative People – in 3 Simple Steps
Every day we wake up ready to go into the world, looking to experience our optimal type of day. We want peace and happiness. We
Travel the World – An Inspiring 7 Year Journey & 1 Important Lesson
This inspiring man made a decision to change his life, to follow his dream, to travel the world, and in this 5 minute vid he
How to Overcome Anxiety While You Follow Your Dreams
Inhale for 1, 2, 3; exhale for 1, 2, 3. Again, inhale… I was attempting to meditate as I sat in my hotel room in
Spend 20-Minutes A Day Simplifying Your Life
As someone who often finds herself overwhelmed, I have learned the secret to lessening stress can be found in simplifying my surroundings. My family has
6 Ways To Create A Unique And Trendy Home Office
Are you struggling to find a perfect workspace at home? If you think your home is too small or cluttered, think again. The most unique
