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Why You Don’t Have a Spiritual Practice

Through continued reflection, I have realized that the development and evolution of my beliefs are a puzzling amalgamation of many subjects. These subjects are sometimes at odds with one another, or at the very least, they don’t often fit together. By writing this blog, I’m attempting to clarify this mishmash, first for myself, but also […]

An Unconventional Practice

I haven’t always had a meditation practice, although it was something that prodded at me from the back of my mind for many years. Maybe I was too afraid of where my mind would go, given the state of my previous marriage and all the tumultuous emotions and states of mind that accompanied it. After […]

Sunscreen Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction

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Was sunscreen even a thing back in the 1900s? I remember my grandmother having the best radiant skin and a youthful glow even in her 90s. She religiously used only one face cream all her life which is now known to be full of toxic ingredients.   While that face cream did some magic, I give […]

Master the Art of Success: 5 Habits to Adopt from Highly Successful People

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Sometimes achieving success seems like an elusive goal. How are some people are far more successful than others? Waking up at 4 am and taking cold showers don’t set them apart. But a few realistic and smart habits make them success magnets. Let’s see what these habits are and how they can help you to […]

A Face in the Darkness

A face stared back at me, watching me from the darkness. Despite the near pitch-black surroundings, I could make out a face and it was not one that I recognized. It wasn’t a vivid image in the common visual sense but more of a strong impression or feeling of a face. It had an odd […]

How To Handle Workplace Conflict

Being able to handle conflict rationally is pertinent to your success, whether you find yourself in a leadership role or on your own.  Shying away from conflict and not addressing it is what the majority of people do, because it can be uncomfortable to talk about.  Facing the conflict and voicing your concerns in a […]

Early Riser VS Night Owl – Who’s More Productive?

Would you rather wake up early and start your day, or would you rather sleep in and start your work day later?  By now, you probably know if you are a night owl or an early riser.  Some people think waking up early is better for productivity, while others are able to work later and […]

Life Hacks for New Bloggers

Starting a blog can be hard; there are so many different and unique blogs out there, and it can feel impossible to stand out and create original content.  Most bloggers, like myself, blog because we love it.  Bloggers usually just enjoy writing and just want to get their thoughts out there, whether they are making […]

5 Tips To Help You Sleep Better

Living a healthy lifestyle is more than just exercising and having a good diet. Not getting a good night’s sleep can affect not only your productivity and focus the next day, but can affect your weight, blood pressure, and mental health.  Here are 5 tips to help you sleep better and feel your best the […]