Many people have gotten more involved in social activism and community work, recently. Seeing the divides in political positions, opportunities, and lived experiences, many of us have declared that we cannot, in good conscience, passively wait for others to make the world a better place. While this work can be rewarding, it can also be … Read more
There is no better feeling than taking control of your life and finding the power to make your dreams come true. Having a deep-rooted belief in yourself and the courage to seize opportunities when they arise can be the difference between achieving your goals and not. Fortunately, with the right strategies, anyone can learn how … Read more
Engaging in a white water rafting adventure is a thrilling and challenging experience. The rapids, the cold water, and the great outdoors all contribute to an adrenaline rush. But what if I told you that cold water could provide an adrenaline rush and many health benefits? In this blog post, we’ll talk about six of … Read more
Essentially, anxiety is a fear of the unknown. But it is also a call to the unknown. While it may seem counterintuitive, one of our great problems today is too little anxiety, at least of a certain kind. As the psychologist Rollo May and before him philosophers Paul Tillich and Soren Kierkegaard contended, a modicum of anxiety is necessary—and indeed urgent—to live a vital and … Read more
One of the major problems facing today’s generation is depression. Excessive workload, changing lifestyle, loneliness, and financial pressure all lead to stress which results in depression. You feel unhappy, non-productive and withdrawn when you are depressed. Many experts believe that establishing routines filled with healthy habits is a great way to move more efficiently through … Read more
Life is short they say! Eat the dessert first they say! Well, there is some truth to this as we only have a certain amount of time/energy and as I reference in my book “heartbeats” in this life. The good news is we have the power to decide where, when and how we spend this … Read more