Lose Your Cool?

Have you ever experienced one of those moments when someone says or does something that propels you into a maelstrom of uncontrolled anger, in which you can’t think straight and your voice shakes? Even though the target seems external, it’s really...

Everyday Generosity

In the future, when someone makes an irritating error while driving, assume a generous attitude toward them. Since you can’t really know what’s going on for them, shrug it off while remembering that no one is perfect. This will feel a whole lot better to...

Thoughts Heal and Create

Identifying yourself as an activist who protects the less fortunate can make you feel noble and maybe even righteous. But take a moment to reflect to make sure you’re not using these unfortunate circumstances to strengthen your own ego. Are you actually doing...

Don’t Ramp It Up

The saying ‘It takes two to tango’ is true in so many more ways than just dancing. If you’re embroiled in an emotional tug of war, is it possible that just one of you is the cause of all the difficulty? Generally not. It’s no coincidence that...

Grudges Lodge in Your Body

Every time you harbor unresolved feelings about any person, place or thing, it’s like packing a little extra weight on your shoulders. Carrying a heavier psychological load, is not only fatiguing, it’s unhealthy. Judgments are warehoused in your body and...