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“Writing is a form of therapy; sometimes I wonder how all those who do not write, compose, or paint can manage to escape the madness, melancholia, the panic, and fear which is inherent in a human situation.”
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How Nature Heals and Brings Joy
Great peace, joy and healing can be found in nature when we take the time to look and learn from its many lessons. As Henry David Thoreau said: “I went into the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach…” Let’s look to nature and learn and heal.
A Cry Out for Kindness!
As we start this New Year in a world that seems to be filled with so much negativity, tragedy, hatred, and fear and so many cries of pain and sadness, may we all add a different kind of cry, one that will brighten and sweeten the world and the lives of those around us a little bit more and simply BE KIND!
The True Spirit of Giving
With all the getting and giving of gifts this Holiday season I wanted to share some thoughts on what it truly means to give.
Gratitude and Thankfulness – The Formula for Happiness
Having a heart full of Gratitude and sharing what we’re thankful for is a powerful practice in healing and experiencing great love and peace in our lives.
5 Tips to Creating a Healthy Mind
Experiencing Joy through good Health includes not only the body but the MIND and Spirit. Here are 5 simple tips on how to create a healthy mind!
How Letting Go of the Past Brings Peace and Purpose to the Present
It's not always easy to let go of things yet doing so can bring great joy and peace in our lives. J.C Watts said: "It doesn't take a lot of strength to hang on-it takes a lot of strength to let go."