Day #258 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for rest. Rest is critical for ensuring the proper daily functioning of our bodies and our spirits. With that being said, I'm off to bed. Be sure that you get some rest for yourself, too. Day 257 | Day 258 | Day 259Year of Thanks

Some Simple Ideas for a Happier Life Part 3: Stay in touch with friends regularly. Join a local group or club. Compliment loved ones. Schedule time for family activities. Volunteer in your community. Make a list of people who inspire you. Schedule regular date nights. Practice kindness in all your interactions. Attend positive, fun social … Continue reading Day #258 in A Year of Positivity

Day #257 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for bourbon-infused BBQ. BBQ infused with bourbon = 🔥🔥🔥. Day 256 | Day 257 | Day 258Year of Thanks

Some Simple Ideas for a Happier Life Part 2: Take scenic walks. Schedule time for self-reflection. Make some time for activities you enjoy. Practice positive self-talk. Have seasonal decluttering days. Journal about your aspirations. Have no-screen hours, days, or evenings. Discover healthy and creative ways to express yourself. Practice self-compassion and compassion for others. Day … Continue reading Day #257 in A Year of Positivity

Some Simple Ideas for a Happier Life Part 1: I have another mini-series I think will be an excellent way to increase the happiness of our lives. So, without further ado, here is part 1: Appreciate the little moments of joy. Dance with your loved ones. Smile to yourself in the morning. Sing in the … Continue reading Day #256 in A Year of Positivity

Day #256 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for a delightful afternoon with Grams. Grams and I went to an orchard today. We each enjoyed an apple cider slushie, purchased Honey crisp apples, and a few other things. It was a lovely, sunny afternoon out. Day 255 | Day 256 | Day 257Year of … Continue reading Day #256 in A Year of Thanks

Day #255 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for the Trumpet Confirmation. I was pretty restless last night and had a difficult time getting to sleep because my body felt like it was waiting for something to happen. At some point, I started to actually fall asleep, but then, at 3:06 AM, I literally … Continue reading Day #255 in A Year of Thanks

“Be the person who still tries.”—Unknown Be the person who still tries. After failure. After frustration. After disappointment. After exhaustion. After heartache. Be the one who finds the courage to believe that a new attempt can bring a new outcome. Life will knock you down, but strength is found in getting back up. Keep going, … Continue reading Day #255 in A Year of Positivity

11 Unavoidable Rules of Life Joy comes from being present. Guidance comes from intuition. Peace comes from wanting less. Fulfillment comes from service. Abundance comes from giving. Growth comes from good habits. Happiness comes from letting go. Connection comes from mutual care. Alignment comes from slowing down. Healing comes from feeling your truth. Wisdom comes … Continue reading Day #254 in A Year of Positivity