Meditation can do so much more than just help you relax.See how developing an object of meditation can transform your practice, improve your life and bring you more happiness. Background on Developing an Object of Meditation 1.Go beyond relaxation. Using meditation to...

If you’re a fan of Charles Dickens, you know that great expectations can lead to house fires and being pursued by escaped convicts. The consequences are usually more subtle in real life, but managing your expectations can make you happier and more successful. In fact,...

Consider sharing your time and money with those that are less fortunate. You’ll be surprised by the benefits you receive by sharing your resources. Most of us feel we don’t have any time or money to spare, but that’s rarely the case. Even a couple of hours each week...

t’s nice if you can take a month off from work to move into a cedar cabin in Malibu, but you canal so go on a refreshing meditation retreat without ever leaving your home. Try these suggestions to set up and enjoy a restful and enriching experience. Steps for...

Just like water pleases our senses, meditating on the sea can make our minds more joyful. These are three meditations with marine themes that will leave you feeling better and thinking more clearly. Get ready for a magical experience! Meditating on the Sea and...

Do you have a friend, co-worker or family member who seems to have unbounded energy? There's no need to envy them, wishing you could kindle your own energy reserves. With a few minor adjustments, you too can increase your energy and have a great day! Try these...

Procrastination is the root of unachieved dreams and success. It's the most important factor between you and the prize you've set your eyes on. But somehow it's difficult to eliminate it. For some reason, you may be magnetized by delaying the tasks at hand. The sense...

To grow as an individual requires time and effort. If you aren’t consistently working to make yourself emotionally stronger or smarter, then you’re likely to become stagnant–personally, professionally, and spiritually. When you openly embrace a plan for personal...

We all have quirks. Maybe you collect vegetables shaped like movie stars or love to recite Old Norse poetry. Discover more freedom by learning to accept yourself and the idiosyncrasies that make you special. Benefits of Embracing Your Quirky Side 1.Live authentically....

The ability to compromise makes our lives and relationships run more smoothly, even if the concept sometimes seems challenging to implement. Here are some of the advantages of compromising as well as some techniques for finding middle ground. Good Reasons to...

If you have a habit of setting resolutions at the beginning of the year and then abandoning them a few days later, now is your chance to try something different. Imagine how the course of your life could change for the better if you followed through on your...

Fear of failure can alter every choice we make. This fear can be helpful. Some of us are able to use the fear of failure as motivation to do our best work. However, most of us are influenced by this fear in a negative way. We often change our plans altogether and find...

You believe many things that aren’t true. Many commonly held beliefs turn out to be incorrect. For example, we now know that the world isn’t flat and that the Earth revolves around the sun. This wasn’t always the case. Your parents may have told you something they...

Do you go about your daily life just getting by from one day to the next, all the while saving your dream goals for "someday?" Wouldn't you love to turn that "someday" into today? Your personal goals can become reality, and sooner than you think, too! By believing in...

Battling and overcoming stress during the holidays can be a challenge to anyone. There are a number of things that can lead to this type of stress: Family gatherings Coping with loss Busy stores Long lines Projects Gift buying Conflicts And more You may also...