Photograph by Oriento With humor and refreshing candor, one woman faces off with our desires to ‘self-help’ — offering a new twist on ‘enoughness’ and authentic self-worth — Around the time I realized that meditation brought me a sense of sustainable sanity and decided … [Read more...] about Inviting Your Demons to Tea: A Dance Between Self-Improvement & Self-Acceptance
Alternative Ideas, Practices & Exploration
Millenneagram: A Badass Twist on an Ancient Tool of Self Discovery
Photograph of the author by Nicolette Lovell A revamped spin on the Enneagram that helps us be our truest, enough-as-is, badass selves _______ Where does your knowing come from? Is it your gut that alerts you to information that others are oblivious … [Read more...] about Millenneagram: A Badass Twist on an Ancient Tool of Self Discovery
Soul Food: A Journey to Animal Activism
All photographs courtesy of Cerri McQuillan Transforming an animal house of horror into a safe haven, an activist learns firsthand the healing powers of animals. — My journey began with a rubbery medium-rare steak in a New York City restaurant over a decade ago. As I … [Read more...] about Soul Food: A Journey to Animal Activism
Writing From The Inside Out: Incarceration Through The Lens Of Humanity
Photograph by Robert Hickerson Inspired by those locked away and too often forgotten, one woman shines light on incarcerated men through education, poetry and hope — I remember the first time I shut the classroom door behind me in a maximum-security men’s prison. I don’t … [Read more...] about Writing From The Inside Out: Incarceration Through The Lens Of Humanity
Against All Odds: A Story of Triumph, Perseverance, Healing and Service
Photograph by Rene Bohmer Once overweight and bullied, a Keto, fitness and supplement expert shares his journey of slaying emotional roadblocks and thriving — Growing up in the small town of Lenox, Massachusetts, I lived in a single-income home, was the son of an … [Read more...] about Against All Odds: A Story of Triumph, Perseverance, Healing and Service
End Game: How To Do It Your Way (Yes, Even Dying)
Photograph by Daria Shevtsova An End of Life Doula imparts the beauty, grace, and impact of participating in your dying plan and legacy — As we think about life, we must think about death. As we think about death, we must think about life. Life and death go hand in … [Read more...] about End Game: How To Do It Your Way (Yes, Even Dying)
Is Handwriting Still Important?
Photograph by neONBRAND Handwriting may appear to be an archaic form of communication in our digital world, but it holds many benefits for the mind and the heart. — Is handwriting a lost art? There have been claims that handwriting is losing its relevance. Of course, … [Read more...] about Is Handwriting Still Important?
Digital Minimalism: How to Manage Technology to Reclaim Your Life
Photograph by Dennis Brekke Reducing our digital footprint combined with a nurturing morning routine can help you reclaim your power, purpose and joy in daily life. — Information is no longer a scarce resource — attention is.Clive Thompson Our lives today are more … [Read more...] about Digital Minimalism: How to Manage Technology to Reclaim Your Life
4 Ways to Turn a Bad Morning into a Fabulous Day
Photograph by Danielle MacInnes We all have days that start off bad, but there are things we can do to keep that rough start from disrupting the rest of our day. — We can all have a bad morning—you didn’t hear the alarm so you left home in a rush, your child made a mess … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Turn a Bad Morning into a Fabulous Day
The Lost Generation: How Education Became My Safe Haven
The author looking out over the city of Mosul, Iraq, after ISIS bombing. Photograph courtesy of Noor Ghazi. For refugees and others living in war-torn countries, education is both the hope and the potential for a brighter, safer tomorrow. — Over our morning coffee … [Read more...] about The Lost Generation: How Education Became My Safe Haven
How To Improve Your Time Management Skills
Photograph by Djim Loic Making the most of your time is a challenge we all face. Here are 11 tips to help you develop effective time management skills. — Time management is one of the most important skills any of us can have. It matters in all aspects of your personal … [Read more...] about How To Improve Your Time Management Skills
Learning to Live Again: 6 Steps for Thriving in an Empty Nest
Photograph by Philipp Berndt Adjusting to life with an empty nest can be challenging and a little scary, but there are steps you can take to thrive as you recalibrate your life. — Many parents dread the inevitable ‘empty nest.’ They fear their lives will become boring … [Read more...] about Learning to Live Again: 6 Steps for Thriving in an Empty Nest
