This explains a lot to me about why I am basically always happy. It also explains a lot about why things don't really buy happiness, they just give your more things. Thanks to my high school friend, Randee, for this one. You'll need 20 minutes to watch the video, and once again, if the link doesn't work (and it might not), you should be able to just copy and paste this to … [Read more...] about The Science of Happiness
On the peaceful side
A Blank Canvas and….
Today, you wake with an empty canvas. The day belongs to you and what you do (or don't do) with it will become a memory, tomorrow. My painting is going to be a montage. It will consist of some time with bigred, sand, water and sun, probably a nap, some good food on the grill and definitely these guys. All of them. Let's go team! What will the painting of your day … [Read more...] about A Blank Canvas and….
Naked Yoga
No...no...no, not ME taking a naked yoga class. And, no...not me announcing I'll be teaching one. But writer Alicia Oglethorpe found herself stepping way out of her comforting zone and taking it all off in a yoga class to do an article for Fitness Magazine. While I enjoyed reading the article, this quote sums up her biggest takeaway and one that I think can make us all feel … [Read more...] about Naked Yoga
Meditation 101.
Pondering Peace
As I sit and do some early morning meditation on this Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, I am incredibly grateful for the peace and freedom that I am afforded. Though you can't hear the woodpecker in my tree or smell the night blooming jasmine, they all add to my peace, and again, I am thankful. Wishing you peace, love and a very happy holiday. … [Read more...] about Pondering Peace